Houston Methodist Hospital was named to U.S. News & World Report’s Honor Roll (best hospitals in the country) for the 10th time and is the No. 1 hospital in Texas, marking the 15th consecutive year at the top. This also is the 34th year in a row that Houston Methodist Hospital was ranked in at least one specialty.

“This recognition reflects the remarkable dedication of our physicians and employees and their tireless focus on delivering unparalleled care to our patients,” said Marc L. Boom, M.D., president and CEO of Houston Methodist. “While we are honored by this recognition, its true significance lies in what it represents — an unwavering commitment to putting patients first.”

Houston Methodist Hospital is ranked in 11 specialties — 10 nationally and one regionally (rehab), including six specialties nationally ranked in the top 20. The nationally ranked specialties include gastroenterology/GI surgery (5); obstetrics and gynecology (7); cardiology, heart and vascular surgery (10); pulmonology and lung surgery (11); neurology/neurosurgery (13); cancer (19); orthopedics (21, tie); diabetes and endocrinology (23, tie); geriatrics (24); and urology (43).

In addition, five community hospitals achieved 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report statewide rankings. They also achieved their best showing in the rankings to date by medical specialties.

  • Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is No. 3 (tied) in Texas and No. 2 in the Houston metro area. It is ranked in six specialties, with five nationally ranked and one regionally ranked.
  • Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital is No. 7 in Texas and No. 5 in the Houston metro area. It is ranked in two specialties, with one nationally ranked and one regionally ranked.
  • Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is No. 9 in Texas and No. 6 in the Houston metro area. It is ranked in two specialties, with one nationally ranked and one regionally ranked.
  • Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital is No. 14 in Texas and No. 8 in the Houston metro area.
  • Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is No. 21 (tied) in Texas and No. 10 (tied) in the Houston metro area.

 

“This recognition in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report rankings highlights what truly matters at Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital — delivering safe, compassionate, patient-centered care,” said Adrienne Joseph, CEO of Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital and senior vice president of Houston Methodist. “It reflects the dedication of our employees, nurses and physicians, and it is both a privilege and a responsibility to continue earning the trust our patients place in us while providing exceptional care to our community.

 

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