SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Barton Health has been recognized on Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026 list for the sixth year in a row. Compiled by Newsweek in collaboration with respected global data research firm Statista Inc., the list evaluates hospitals based on quality and safety metrics. This continued recognition reflects Barton Health’s commitment to delivering consistently exceptional care, supported by advanced medical technology, clinical expertise, and a patient-centered approach to meet the healthcare needs of the Lake Tahoe community.
“We are honored to once again be named among the world’s best hospitals,” said Dr. Clint Purvance, president and CEO of Barton Health. “This recognition reflects the work happening across our organization every day. It’s the result of rigorous standards, continuous improvement, and a team of physicians, nurses, and staff deeply committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.”
The World’s Best Hospitals ranking is based on a comprehensive global evaluation that draws recommendations from physicians, hospital leaders, and healthcare professionals, along with patient experience data, hospital quality metrics, and results from the PROMs Implementation Survey. Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are standardized, validated tools used to assess patients’ functional well-being and overall quality of life.
Barton Health’s commitment to safety and quality is further demonstrated through additional national achievements, including three Cal Hospital Compare Honor Roll placements for excellence in patient safety, maternity care, and opioid stewardship. Barton has also earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing patient safety.
More information about Barton Health’s quality and patient safety recognition is available at BartonHealth.org
