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VHC Health Recognized Among Best Regional Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Arlington, VA (August 28, 2025) – VHC Health, a community-based health system serving the Washington, D.C. metro area, is proud to be ranked third in the Washington, D.C. region in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Hospitals rankings. The health system rated High Performing in three adult specialties, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Urology, as well as 17 procedures and conditions.
“Earning this recognition for the fifth year in a row is a direct reflection of the dedication, skill and compassion of our entire team,” said Christopher T. Lane, President and CEO of VHC Health. “We are proud to be acknowledged by our patients for the high-quality care we deliver every day and remain committed to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve.”
VHC Health also ranked at or above the national average in all surveyed metrics regarding patient experience, including patient safety, staff responsiveness, communication and more.
Each year, U.S. News evaluates nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide, analyzing data across 43 specialties and complex medical and surgical procedures. Rankings are based on objective, evidence-based measures including patient outcomes, nurse staffing and use of advanced technologies, with input from leading healthcare experts.
“For more than three decades, U.S. News has been an invaluable guide for patients,” said Managing Editor and Chief of Health Analysis Ben Harder at U.S. News. “With a ‘Best Hospital’ recognition, Americans, in consultation with their medical providers, can confidently choose a hospital known for providing superior care for their specific illness or condition.”
VHC Health is honored to be included in this year’s ranking among this esteemed group of hospitals and remains focused on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care and improving health outcomes across the region.
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About VHC Health:
VHC Health® is an independent, not-for-profit, 537-bed health system serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area, anchored by a nationally recognized top teaching hospital. We deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using advanced technology. With a growing network of primary and specialty care locations, we make healthcare more accessible for our community. Consistently recognized as a leading health system in Virginia, VHC Health has earned numerous awards and proudly holds the Magnet® designation for nursing excellence.
