Johns Hopkins Medical Center is listed as one of the top hospitals in the United States for the year periods 2025-26, according to 'U.S. News.'
Johns Hopkins Hospital Maintains Top Rankings in Multiple Medical Specialties
Johns Hopkins Hospital, located in Baltimore, Maryland, has once again proven its excellence in various medical specialties. According to the U.S. News & World Report 2025-26 Best Hospitals, the hospital ranked among the top 10 in 12 different specialties, with rheumatology holding the number one spot for the 21st consecutive year [1].
The hospital's rheumatology department, renowned for its long-standing history of excellence, continues to lead the nation in this field. The neurology and neurosurgery department also made a significant impact, ranking 7th nationally [4].
While the full list of the 12 specialties ranked in the top 10 is not provided, the official U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals website offers a comprehensive listing of the top 10 specialty rankings for each hospital [1].
In addition to these, Johns Hopkins Hospital has been named one of the top 20 hospitals in the nation on the Best Hospitals 2025-26 Honor Roll. This recognition marks the third consecutive year that U.S. News did not assign numerical rankings to the top 20 hospitals named to the honor roll [2].
The hospital's dominance extends beyond Baltimore, with Suburban Hospital, another Johns Hopkins affiliate, earning a top 10 ranking in Maryland and the Washington metropolitan region. Sibley Memorial Hospital also made a strong showing, securing a top 10 ranking in the Washington metropolitan area [3].
U.S. News & World Report's ranking system evaluates specialty practice areas for hospitals, making Johns Hopkins Hospital's diverse range of top-ranked medical specialties all the more impressive. The hospital remains a beacon of medical excellence, consistently pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation.
References: [1] U.S. News & World Report. (2025). Best Hospitals 2025-26. Retrieved from https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals [2] U.S. News & World Report. (2025). Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-26. Retrieved from https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/honor-roll [3] U.S. News & World Report. (2025). Best Hospitals in Maryland. Retrieved from https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/maryland [4] U.S. News & World Report. (2025). Best Hospitals in Neurology & Neurosurgery. Retrieved from https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/specialties/neurology-and-neurosurgery
- The University news about Johns Hopkins Hospital highlights its continued dominance in various medical specialties, including rheumatology, as ranked by the U.S. News & World Report 2025-26 Best Hospitals.
- Aside from the top 10 rankings in 12 medical specialties, Johns Hopkins Hospital is also recognized for its health and wellness initiatives, providing comprehensive information on health-and-wellness-related topics.
- The medical-conditions department at Johns Hopkins Hospital is a leading resource for scientific research, contributing significantly to advancements in treating and understanding numerous medical conditions.