Sarasota Memorial Hospital Ranks Again in U.S. News List

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Maintains Prestige in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

Sarasota Memorial Hospital continues to showcase its excellence by maintaining a strong presence in the U.S. News & World Report’s annual list of the nation's best hospitals. This year, the hospital received recognition for 22 medical specialties, procedures, and conditions, highlighting its ongoing commitment to high-quality care.

The hospital was listed among the top 50 hospitals for obstetrics/gynecology and was recognized as a top performer in 21 other areas, including various medical specialties and treatments. These rankings reflect the hospital's dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services to the community.

Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News, emphasized the importance of these rankings in helping individuals make informed decisions about their healthcare. He stated that local hospitals play a crucial role in providing quality care close to home, and the rankings serve as a valuable resource for families and patients.

Regional Leadership and National Recognition

Sarasota Memorial maintained its position as the top hospital in the North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton metropolitan area. However, it dropped slightly to the No. 8 hospital in the state. Despite this, it remains the only hospital in the two-county region to be included in U.S. News’ 50 Best Hospitals lists, which evaluate nearly 5,000 hospitals across more than 30 medical and surgical specialties annually.

The Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial continued to be recognized as a high-performer in multiple cancer-related specialties, including gastroenterology/gastrointestinal surgery, gynecological, lung, and prostate cancer surgeries, as well as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.

This year, U.S. News introduced new ratings for heart arrhythmia and pacemaker implantation, and Sarasota Memorial received the highest marks in both categories. Additionally, SMH-Venice earned its first national Best Hospitals rating for superior outcomes in patients with hip fractures, marking a significant milestone for the facility since its opening in late 2021.

Community Commitment and Leadership

David Verinder, CEO of Sarasota Memorial, attributed the hospital’s continued success to the dedication of its physicians and staff. He noted that the hospital, founded 100 years ago by and for the people of the community, remains committed to its public mission and community ownership.

Florida Hospital Rankings

AdventHealth Orlando claimed the top spot in Florida, followed by the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, UF Health Sands Hospital in Gainesville, and Tampa General Hospital. Other notable hospitals include Orlando Health, Orlando Regional Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Weston, and Baptist Health Baptist Hospital. Sarasota Memorial tied for eighth place with Baptist Health Medical Center in Jacksonville, while Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach rounded out the top 10.

Lee Memorial Hospital tied for No. 12 with University of Miami Hospital and Clinics-UHealth Tower. NCH Baker Hospital in Collier County was ranked No. 17, and Gulf Coast Medical Center in Lee County tied for No. 18 with Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines.

Local Hospitals and High-Performing Rankings

While no other local hospitals made the top listings, several area hospitals received high-performing rankings for specific procedures or conditions. HCA Florida Blake Hospital was recognized for hip replacement surgery. HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital earned high-performing status for treating heart failure, hip replacement, and knee replacement. HCA Florida Englewood Hospital was noted for treating heart attacks, while Lakewood Ranch Medical Center received recognition for treating heart attacks, hip fractures, knee replacement, and maternity care for uncomplicated pregnancies.

Manatee Memorial Hospital was also highlighted for gynecological cancer surgery, treating abdominal aortic aneurysms, heart arrhythmia, and pacemaker implantation.

Complete Rankings for Sarasota Memorial

SMH-Sarasota ranked No. 46 among the nation's 50 best hospitals for obstetrics/gynecology. It was among the top 10% in the nation for gastroenterology & gastrointestinal surgery, orthopedics, pulmonary/lung surgery, and urology. The hospital was also recognized as high performing in several critical areas, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, back surgery, colon cancer surgery, gynecologic cancer surgery, heart arrhythmia, heart attack, heart bypass surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pacemaker implantation, prostate cancer surgery, stroke, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.