When it comes to healthcare, Arizona is home to some of the nation’s top hospitals. Every year, U.S. News & World Report ranks hospitals based on patient outcomes, specialties, and performance in critical procedures. Here are the 10 best hospitals in Arizona for 2025–2026.
1. Mayo Clinic – Arizona (Phoenix)
Mayo Clinic has held the No. 1 spot in Arizona for over a decade and remains on the U.S. News Honor Roll of America’s best hospitals. It is nationally ranked in 10 adult specialties and rated high-performing in 20 procedures and conditions. Patients come from around the world for its advanced care.
2. Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix
This academic medical center is nationally ranked in one specialty and rated high-performing in multiple procedures. It is also a major teaching hospital, training the next generation of healthcare providers in Arizona.
3. Banner – University Medical Center Tucson
Another leading teaching hospital, Banner–UMC Tucson is recognized for strong performance across multiple specialties and procedures. It also includes Diamond Children’s Medical Center, expanding its role in pediatric care.
4. Chandler Regional Medical Center (Chandler)
Chandler Regional is consistently rated high-performing in adult procedures, making it a trusted choice for residents of the East Valley. It has built a reputation for quality cardiovascular and surgical care.
5. TMC Healthcare – Tucson
TMC (Tucson Medical Center) is high-performing across numerous adult procedures and conditions. It also includes TMC for Children, serving as a vital healthcare resource for families in southern Arizona.
6. HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center (Scottsdale)
This hospital is known for patient-centered care and advanced surgical services. It ranks high-performing in multiple procedures, particularly in orthopedic and heart care.
7. St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (Phoenix)
Home to the world-renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, St. Joseph’s is nationally ranked in one specialty and recognized for excellence in several others. It is a leader in neurology and neurosurgery.
8. Banner Boswell Medical Center (Sun City)
Located in the heart of Sun City, Banner Boswell specializes in geriatric care and is high-performing in a wide range of adult procedures. It is a trusted facility for Arizona’s senior community.
9. Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center (Sun City West)
This hospital is closely connected to Boswell but serves the Sun City West community. It is recognized for high performance in adult procedures, especially in cardiology and orthopedics.
10. Mercy Gilbert Medical Center (Gilbert)
Mercy Gilbert rounds out the top 10 with strong ratings in multiple adult procedures. Known for compassionate care, it continues to grow as one of the East Valley’s leading hospitals.











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