San Diego Hospitals Shine in U.S. Rankings

News Summary

San Diego’s hospitals have been recognized among the best in the nation according to the U.S. News 2025-2026 rankings, with UC San Diego Health, Scripps Health, and Sharp Health as top performers. Despite several facilities making impressive rankings in various specialties, none of the local hospitals made the national honor roll. The rankings reflect a commitment to medical excellence and quality patient care in the San Diego healthcare system.

San Diego Hospitals Shine in U.S. News 2025-2026 Rankings but Fail to Make National Honor Roll

San Diego’s medical care has been recognized as among the best in the nation in the recent U.S. News and World Report’s 2025-2026 hospital rankings. Numerous facilities in the city have excelled, with several making impressive appearances in the top 100 nationally. However, it is noteworthy that none of the local healthcare institutions secured a spot on the prestigious national honor roll.

Top Performers in San Diego

Among San Diego’s healthcare facilities, the University of California San Diego Health, Scripps Health, and Sharp Health campuses stood out in the rankings. Scripps Green Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla were reported collectively as the Scripps La Jolla Hospitals, which garnered significant attention for their performance across various specialties.

Scripps La Jolla Hospitals achieved noteworthy rankings, including:

  • 13th in diabetes and endocrinology
  • 18th in orthopedics
  • 24th in cardiology
  • 32nd in gastroenterology
  • 38th in geriatrics
  • 46th in pulmonology

Overall, Scripps La Jolla Hospitals ranked in the top 50 for six of the fifteen specialties assessed. Additionally, the facility was rated as high-performing in areas such as neurology, neurosurgery, urology, cancer care, and psychiatry at Scripps Mercy Hospital.

UC San Diego Health’s Continued Success

For the sixth consecutive year, UC San Diego Health has been recognized as the best hospital in the San Diego region, ranking fifth in California. The campuses received commendable rankings across several specialties, including:

  • 28th in gastroenterology
  • 18th in geriatrics
  • 28th in neurology
  • 7th in obstetrics and gynecology
  • 8th in pulmonology
  • 46th in urology

The UCSD Moores Cancer Center ranked 41st for cancer treatment, while the UCSD Cardiovascular Institute was ranked 27th for cardiology.

Sharp Health’s Notable Rankings

Sharp Memorial Hospital also contributed to San Diego’s impressive healthcare credentials by ranking 39th in Ear, Nose, and Throat specialties and achieving high-performing status in six of the fifteen specialties assessed.

Context and Significance

The rankings, published by U.S. News and World Report, reflect a strong commitment to patient care and medical excellence by San Diego hospitals and their staff, especially amidst ongoing challenges in the healthcare industry. Despite none making the national honor roll, the collective achievements of these facilities highlight the dedication of local healthcare providers to deliver top-quality care.

San Diego’s hospitals not only provide essential services to the community but also play a significant role in the broader healthcare landscape by maintaining high standards and continuously striving for improvement. This dedication is essential as the medical field faces evolving challenges and opportunities in patient treatment and services.

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