CHI Memorial was named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News and World Report. CHI Memorial shares the number four ranking in Tennessee with Baptist Memorial Hospital – Memphis and St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
CHI Memorial is also rated as high performing in COPD, colon cancer surgery, heart failure, hip replacement and knee replacement.
“We are honored by this recognition which reflects our vision to lead the transformation of health care to achieve optimal health and well-being for the individuals and communities we serve,” says Helen Kuroki, M.D., senior vice president, chief medical officer, CHI Memorial.
“This designation is the result of the hard work and dedication by our associates who strive to provide excellent, compassionate care and put patients first every day.”
The U.S. News Best Hospitals analysis covers clinical specialties, procedures and medical conditions. Scores are based on data that include survival, patient safety, nurse staffing and other factors. Hospitals are ranked nationally in specialties from cancer to urology and rated in common procedures and conditions such as heart bypass surgery, hip and knee replacement and colon cancer surgery. Hospitals are also ranked regionally within states and major metro areas. For a complete listing of the Best Hospitals in Tennessee, visit
http://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/tn.