U.S. News 2008 ‘Best Hospitals’ issue again ranks Packard Children’s as one of nation’s best

July 23, 2008

Neonatalogy, heart & heart surgery ranked in nation’s Top 5; Cancer program in Top 10 Highest-ranked children’s hospital in Bay Area

For Release: May 30, 2008

PALO ALTO, Calif — Once again, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford has been ranked one of the nation’s best.

In its annual America’s Best Children’s Hospitals issue hitting newsstands June 2, the magazine places Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital among the nation’s best and tops in the Bay Area. Additionally, the hospital’s neonatology, heart and heart surgery specialties each ranked #5 in the U.S., with cancer ranking #10. Programs in digestive disorders, respiratory disorders, general pediatrics, neurology and neurosurgery were also noted for excellence with Top 20 rankings.

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Employee ideas help Stanford Hospital save money

July 23, 2008

Employee Ideas Help Stanford Hospital Save Money
CBS 5 - San Francisco, CA, USA

U.S. News & World report best hospital rankings

July 23, 2008

From the Office of Martha Marsh, CEO

The annual U.S. News & World Report ranking of Best Hospitals was released today. For the eighth consecutive year, Stanford Hospital & Clinics is listed in the report’s Honor Roll of the best hospitals in the nation. SHC’s overall ranking of 16 is a reflection of the tremendous expertise and dedication of our physicians, nurses and staff. Congratulations to all for this recognition of your ongoing commitment to quality patient care and the standards of excellence we strive for together every day.

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