Northwell’s Phelps Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in patient care, rated High Performing in three critical adult procedures and conditions in the 2026-27 Best Hospitals rankings.
This achievement is one of many for Northwell Health, which was the most awarded health system in the New York tri-state area for the sixth consecutive year*.
“We are incredibly proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report,” said Beata Mastalerz, DNP, RM, president of Phelps Hospital. “This acknowledgement reflects the tireless dedication of our entire team — our physicians, nurses, and support staff — who are committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care to our community every day. It reinforces our mission to deliver the highest standards of quality and safety for every patient.”
Phelps was rated High Performing in the following adult procedures and conditions:
- Colon cancer surgery
- Hip replacement
- Kidney failure
Phelps was also recently recognized as a High Performing hospital for maternity care, which U.S. News evaluates separately each year. It also achieved an 88% patient recommendation rate, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to patient satisfaction.
“Our recognition across various specialties and procedures highlights our comprehensive capabilities and underscores our role as a trusted partner in health for residents of Westchester and the surrounding region,” said David Seligman, chief integration officer and market president for Northwell Health. “Being part of Northwell Health, the most awarded system in the tri-state, allows us to leverage world-class resources and expertise, ensuring our patients receive exceptional care close to home.”
U.S. News, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, evaluates nearly 4,500 medical centers nationwide to assess objective measures such as risk-adjusted survival and discharge-to-home rates, patient experience, volume, and quality of nursing, among other care-related indicators. Visit U.S. News’ website for more details and the full Best Hospitals 2026-27 rankings.
* Claim based on U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-27 Best Hospitals list. NSUH was ranked in 10 specialties; LIJ ranked in seven specialties; Lenox Hill ranked in six specialties; Huntington Hospital ranked in four specialties; South Shore University Hospital ranked in two specialties; and Glen Cove ranked in one specialty. Prior claims based on U.S. News & World Report’s (USNWR) Best Hospitals rankings 2021-2025. USNWR HDI data and health system delineated by American Hospital Association Surveys 2018-2024. Tri-state defined as NY, CT, & NJ.
