Newton-Wellesley Hospital Ranked Among Top Hospitals in Nation and Massachusetts
Newton-Wellesley Hospital has solidified its position as a leader in healthcare, ranking #5 in the Boston Metro Area and #7 in Massachusetts in the 2025-26 'Best Hospitals' report by U.S. News & World Report. This achievement is a testament to the hospital's commitment to providing exceptional patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes. In addition to its overall ranking, Newton-Wellesley Hospital was recognized as high performing for gastroenterology & GI surgery and treatment in 13 procedures/conditions, including COPD and colon cancer surgery.
Key Takeaways:
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital ranked #5 in the Boston Metro Area and #7 in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report in the 2025-26 'Best Hospitals' report.
- The hospital was recognized as high performing for gastroenterology & GI surgery and treatment in 13 procedures/conditions.
- Five Mass General Brigham hospitals, including Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital, were named among the top hospitals in the nation and earned high marks in multiple clinical specialties.
- Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital were again named on the U.S. News "Best Hospitals" honor roll.
- McLean Hospital was named #2 in the nation for psychiatry.
- For a fourth consecutive year, Brigham and Women's Hospital earned the top honor in Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBGYN) ranking #1 in the nation.
- Massachusetts General Hospital earned the top spot in Psychiatry ranking #1 for a second consecutive year.
- Thirteen unique specialties at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital were recognized in the top 10 nationally.
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital President and COO Ellen Moloney expressed pride and gratitude towards the hospital's staff and the community for this recognition.
Statistics:
- U.S. News & World Report evaluated nearly 4,400 hospitals across 15 specialties and 22 procedures and conditions.
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital was recognized as high performing in 13 procedures/conditions, including COPD and colon cancer surgery.
- Five Mass General Brigham hospitals were named among the top hospitals in the nation.
- Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital earned high marks in multiple clinical specialties.
Sources:
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital press release, July 29.
- U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" report, 2025-26.
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data.
- Mass General Brigham official website.