Shriners Children’s continues to set the standard in pediatric orthopedics, with four locations nationally ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025–2026 “Best Children’s Hospitals” list. The rankings highlight the top 50 centers across 10 pediatric specialties, guiding families of children with life-threatening or complex conditions to the best care available. Shriners Children’s locations are ranked in collaboration with their university affiliates, reflecting the strength of these partnerships in delivering exceptional pediatric care.
This year’s honorees:
• No. 21 — Shriners Children’s St. Louis
• No. 22 — Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City
• No. 23 — Shriners Children’s Northern California
• No. 45 — Shriners Children’s Lexington
“Excellence in medicine is never an accident,” said Chief Medical Officer Fran Farley, M.D. “It is the result of constant learning, collaboration and an unwavering focus on patients. This recognition affirms what I see every day at Shriners Children’s: Teams are dedicated not just to high standards, but to raising them, so that children and families receive the very best care.”
As the nation’s leading authority on healthcare quality, U.S. News & World Report rankings are a trusted guide for families seeking top-tier pediatric care. This honor underscores Shriners Children’s commitment to excellence, innovation and advancing pediatric medicine. We celebrate these achievements and reaffirm our mission to give every child the best chance to thrive.
