The Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital has once again been hailed as a ‘Best Children’s Hospital’ by reputable U.S. News & World Report. For the 17th year running, the Charlotte, North Carolina-based hospital has etched its name among the elite, ranking within the top 50 children’s hospitals across a remarkable 10 pediatric specialties nationwide. Levine Children’s Hospital’s steadfast commitment to top-tier medical care, unwavering personal approach to patient service, and a holistic, child-friendly setting certainly lays the foundation for its continuing success.
The hospital’s recognition extends beyond its renowned national ranking, earning the status as the premier pediatric hospital within North Carolina and tying for first place throughout the southeastern United States. Like a badge of honor, this accolade is worn with immeasurable gratitude, embodying the cumulative hard work, relentless dedication, and exceptional medical prowess of the institution and its staff, among whom is a proud Dr. Stacy Nicholson, the president of Atrium Health Levine Children’s.
U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals ranking system, recognized as the leading source of quality-centered data on U.S. pediatric hospitals, is derived through a meticulous survey process analyzing a myriad of essential factors. These include but are not limited to patient safety and outcomes, family satisfaction rates, adherence to infection prevention methods, overall reputation, and compliance with best practices.
Impressively, the hospital secured a Top 50 national rank across 10 specialties, the most substantial accomplishment in its history. Priming this list is the hospital’s advanced pediatric cardiac program, which ranks 7th on a national scale. This impressive standing is marked for the second year running. It wasn’t just physical health that was recognized; for the first time, U.S. News & World Report acknowledged behavioral health as a category, and Levine Children’s Hospital was proud to be among the inaugural hospitals recognized.
An environment of constant evolution and commitment to cutting-edge medical advancement is intrinsic to the culture at Levine Children’s Hospital as it continues breaking new ground in setting pediatric healthcare standards. Even with these numerous successes, the hospital’s journey doesn’t end here. It’s a continuous pursuit of excellence, always striving to provide top-quality, compassionate care closer to the confines of every child’s home.
The Levine Children’s complex boasts three children’s hospitals, including eight state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), over 900 proficient pediatric providers, and ensures access to comprehensive pediatric care throughout the Carolinas and Georgia. Levine Children’s continues to be a leading torchbearer in pediatric care, offering specialized services from children’s urgent care, pediatric emergency departments, and a myriad of virtual care options.
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