LEXINGTON — Saint Joseph Hospital has been once again named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, placing the organization in the top 2% of U.S. hospitals for overall clinical performance for the fourth year in a row.
In addition to this distinction for overall clinical care, Saint Joseph Hospital has been recognized for its exceptional patient outcomes in key service areas, including critical care. These accolades further underscore Saint Joseph Hospital’s dedication to delivering the highest quality care to every patient, year after year.
“This recognition from Healthgrades is a testament to the dedication of our caregivers to provide exceptional care to the communities we serve,” said Terry Wooten, MHA, president, Saint Joseph Hospital. “As the new president at Saint Joseph Hospital, I’m excited to be part of the team that has been recognized as a leading example of high-quality care for the fourth straight year. I look forward to all that the future brings.”
Saint Joseph Hospital’s achievement is based solely on what matters most: patient outcomes. To determine America’s 100 Best Hospitals for 2026, Healthgrades evaluated risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for more than 30 of the most common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide.
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