Ranking
World's Best Hospitals 2026
The World’s Best Hospitals 2026 ranking awards the leading hospitals worldwide based on an online survey of over 100,000 medical professionals, existing patient satisfaction data, hospital quality metrics and a PROMs implementation survey for the eighth time in cooperation with Newsweek.
- Based on a clear and detailed methodology
- Segmented by countries
- Created in cooperation with Newsweek
> 50,000
> 50,000
hospitals evaluated
> 100,000
> 100,000
medical professionals surveyed
2,530
2,530
hospitals awarded
Ranking Details
World's Best Hospitals 2026
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Project Details
About the project
The eighth edition of the World’s Best Hospitals 2026 is based on an online survey of over 100,000 medical professionals in 32 countries as well as publicly available data on hospital quality metrics, patient experience data and the voluntary PROMs implementation survey.
In addition to the country-specific lists, the project provides a list of the Top 250 Best Hospitals Worldwide. To create the global Top 250 ranking, the number of international recommendations, the national ranking, the PROMs implementation excellence, the quality metrics/patient satisfaction, and the bibliometric score were combined into a global rank.
Out of over 50,000 evaluated hospitals, only 2530 earned a place in our ranking. The results provide a trusted reference for patients and healthcare professionals worldwide when identifying leading medical facilities in their region. Full details can be found in the methodology linked below.
METHODOLOGY
How we work
Learn about our general approach to creating healthcare rankings. Further details about how the ranking was created can be found in the World's Best Hospitals 2026.
01 Concept
For our healthcare projects, we provide comprehensive insights into the quality of healthcare providers and facilities through our rankings. These rankings help patients make informed, data-driven decisions about their medical needs. They also give healthcare facilities a composite benchmark to understand their position relative to their peers. Integrating data from diverse performance indicators and expert knowledge, we deliver rankings that recognize excellence and promote high standards in healthcare.
02 Data Collection
Our team of analysts employs a range of data sources including questionnaires collecting insights from professionals and data submitted directly by hospitals through the Statista PROMs Implementation and Smart Hospitals Maturity surveys. Publicly available data on quality metrics and patient experience are also assessed. In collaboration with a global board of experts, we are continuously advancing our methodologies to compile the most trusted healthcare rankings.
03 Evaluation
Healthcare analysts at Statista Rankings apply advanced scoring models comprising numerous data pillars to ensure robust and reliable results. Evaluation relies largely on diverse quality indicators and survey results, with pillar weightings adjusted per project based on data availability. These tailored models are used to calculate scores for each facility and determine the final rankings.
04 Quality Assurance
As we are committed to quality, every ranking undergoes a thorough verification process to validate the data used and ensure that the top healthcare providers are recognized. Our experienced team of analysts conducts extensive research on a range of healthcare topics and facilities—including hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors—guaranteeing the utmost reliability in Statista's rankings.
Partnership
Our media partner
Newsweek is an American news magazine and website that provides high-quality information to readers around the globe, reaching over 75 million people each month. First launched in 1933, Newsweek nowadays reports on topics in the fields of international issues, technology, business, culture and politics. The information channels range from weekly published print editions in various countries to an online and mobile presence worldwide.
SURVEY REGISTRATION
Participate in the PROMs survey
Participating in Statista and Newsweek’s PROMs survey demonstrates your hospital’s commitment to patient-centered care and improving patient outcomes. The upcoming survey period for the PROMs implementation survey will begin in autumn 2026 and will be open for participation here.
Pre-registration is available here (please make sure to whitelist the email address: hospitals@ranking.statista-research.com).
SURVEY REGISTRATION
Participate in peer‑to‑peer surveys
If you are a healthcare professional and want to be part of future rounds of our peer-to-peer surveys, feel free to pre-register here.
SURVEY REGISTRATION
Participate in the Smart Hospitals Maturity survey
The Statista Smart Hospitals Maturity Survey dives into the implementation status of smart technologies in leading hospitals across different countries. You can pre-register for the survey below.
FAQ
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