The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery gathered in San Francisco last December to celebrate a year of outstanding clinical care, research, and education. Today, U.S. News & World Report once again recognizes UCSF Orthopaedics among the top programs nationally (No. 6), a testament to our team’s ongoing excellence and dedication. (Photo courtesy of UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery)
UCSF continues its tradition of excellence with top rankings reflecting outstanding care, innovative research, and educational leadership
SAN FRANCISCO (July 29, 2025) — TheUCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has once again been ranked among the nation’s top orthopaedic programs, earning the No. 6 spot in the U.S. in the 2025–26 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings.
UCSF Health adult rankings and recognition
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UCSF Health-UCSF Medical Center was also named to the national Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospitals rankings for adult care — a distinction earned by only 20 medical centers nationwide and just four in California. It tied as the No. 1 hospital in California amd ranked No. 1 in the San Francisco Metro Area. The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery also ranked Best in Northern California.
“These rankings are a testament to the extraordinary commitment of our faculty, trainees and staff, and to the trust our patients place in us every day,” said Dr. C. Benjamin Ma, chair of the UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. “We are proud to be recognized for delivering high-quality, compassionate care — and to continue leading the field through innovation, equity and collaboration.”
“Our department’s mission is pioneering musculoskeletal discovery and innovative care to transform lives. That means we’re not only focused on delivering exceptional care today — we’re also shaping the future of orthopaedic medicine through cutting-edge research, forward-thinking education and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for every patient we serve,” Dr. Ma added.
U.S. News & World Report evaluates nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide each year, measuring clinical outcomes, patient experience and structural factors to determine which institutions provide the highest standard of care for complex medical conditions and procedures. Rankings are based on publicly available data, including outcomes from both traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage populations.
UCSF Health was recognized across numerous specialties in this year’s rankings and remains among the most distinguished hospitals in California and nationwide. Full Story
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