Clinical Care

US News hospital rankings put greater weight on patient outcomes, regional specialty performance and local access.
Latest hospital rankings put a sharper focus on patient outcomes

The 2026-27 Best Hospitals rankings reflect a deeper shift in how hospital performance is judged, with patient outcomes, specialty results and regional access taking a larger role in the quality conversation.

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Greg Beach Supports the Front Line at Seattle Children’s Hospital

As supply chains crumble in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Greg Beach has worked to develop innovative supply systems that save time on the front line and provide quality care to patients