The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Earns More No. 1 Rankings Than any Other Hospital in the U.S. on U.S.News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospital List
Watch CHOP's CEO, Steven M. Altschuler, MD,
talk about this national recognition.
talk about this national recognition.
Ranking No. 1 in 6 of 10 specialties, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is proud to announce it has more No. 1 rankings than any other children’s hospital in the nation, according to U.S.News & World Report’s 2012-13 survey of Best Children’s Hospitals.
The Hospital also again tied for the No. 1 overall ranking on the U.S. News Honor Roll. Only 12 children’s centers in the U.S. earned a place of distinction on the 2012-13 Honor Roll of Best Children’s Hospitals.
"No matter how many times we achieve the top ranking in this survey, it is always an exhilarating, inspiring and humbling experience – and a reminder of our responsibility to constantly improve healthcare for children,” said Steven M. Altschuler, MD, chief executive officer of The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. “I could not be prouder of our employees and the extraordinary care they provide to our patients every day. I am honored to work alongside them.”
The U.S. News survey methodology combines clinical data points from 178 pediatric centers with a separate reputational score derived from a survey in which 1,500 pediatric specialists – 150 in each specialty – were asked to which hospital they would send the sickest children.
CHOP ranks in top 4 in all 10 specialties
Cancer
Clinical Pioneers Advancing Care for the Toughest Cancers
Leader in Phase I clinical trials, proton radiation, bone marrow transplants, refractory cancers, surgery and more.
Cardiac
& Heart Surgery
World Leader in Heart Care From Womb to Adulthood
Experienced surgical team. 800+ procedures/year. Specialized cardiac anesthesia. Experts in fetal diagnosis. On-site delivery unit.
Diabetes & Endocrinology
Expert Individualized Care in Pediatric Hormone Disorders
World leader in hyperinsulinism. Treat 2,000+ patients with diabetes. Unique research, expertise in bone disease, growth disorders and more.
Gastroenterology
Skilled Teams for Pediatric GI & Liver Disorders
Leading Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center with 1,400+ patients. Expertise in liver disease/transplant, biliary atresia, GI motility disorders, celiac disease and more.
Nephrology /
Kidney Diseases
Leading Kidney Care, from Birth & Beyond
Multidisciplinary team dedicated to the care of children with kidney failure; special expertise in dialysis and transplant.
Neonatology
Leader in Newborn and Infant Care
Level 4 N/IICU. Multidisciplinary expertise caring for children with birth defects, airway disorders, chronic lung disease, issues related to prematurity and more.
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Skilled Treatment of Brain & Spine Disease & Injury
A leader in surgery and comprehensive care for brain tumors, traumatic injury, pediatric stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular disease and more.
Neurology and Neurosurgery services »
Orthopaedics
2,500+ Surgeries/Year, Multidisciplinary Approach
Leader in spine surgery, VEPTR surgery for thoracic insufficiency syndrome, hip-conserving surgery, sports medicine, hand/upper extremity disorders and more.
Pulmonology
Knowledgeable Care for Acute & Chronic Respiratory Issues
Multidisciplinary inpatient/outpatient services, with dedicated asthma, cystic fibrosis, lung transplant and sleep programs. Experts in pediatric airway disorders.
Urology
Complete Care for Congenital & Acquired Conditions
World leader in minimally invasive and robotic surgery, kidney stone treatment, reconstructive surgery, bladder and voiding problems. 2,500+ surgeries/year.
What makes CHOP stand out?
CHOP earned high marks for its dedication and expertise across multiple specialties, the quality of its treatment, survival rates, research and other factors. The hospital was also recognized for its strong reputation with specialists and excellent nurse-patient ratios.
As the nation’s first children’s hospital, CHOP has a history of innovation and excellence. The 516-bed facility in Philadelphia is home to world-renowned programs for cancer, cardiac care and fetal surgery.
CHOP is the only children’s hospital on the Honor Roll that has been twice recognized for its nursing excellence. CHOP was awarded Magnet status in 2004 and 2008.
CHOP treats more than 1.2 million children a year through hospital admissions and outpatient visits. The Hospital’s Care Network serves patients at more than 50 locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Why the rankings matter
For families of sick children, Best Children’s Hospitals provides unparalleled quality-related information in addition to rankings, including survival rates, adequacy of nurse staffing, procedure volume, and much more. Since their 2007 debut, the rankings have put an increasing emphasis on data that directly reflect hospitals’ performance over the opinions of physicians.
To create the 2012-13 rankings, U.S. News surveyed nearly 180 pediatric centers and asked 1,500 doctors in 10 pediatric specialties where they would send the sickest children. The hospital surveys – which made up 75 percent of the rankings – detailed hard data such as availability of key resources and ability to prevent complications and infections. A separate reputational survey to pediatric specialists made up the remaining 25 percent.
The full rankings and methodology are available at www.usnews.com/childrenshospitals. The rankings will also be published in the U.S. News Best Hospitals 2013 guidebook, which will be available in August.
Contact Us
- 215-590-1000
- Contact Us Online
- Request an Appointment