VCU Medical Center has been named the top hospital in the Metro Richmond area for the 14th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report.

In the 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings released Tuesday, VCU Medical Center also ranked second in Virginia for the second year in a row. The hospital received national rankings in three specialty areas: rehabilitation (19), orthopedics (33), and cardiology and heart and vascular surgery (42).

“These rankings are a testament to the unwavering dedication and collaborative spirit of our outstanding team members,” said Michael Roussos, president of VCU Medical Center.

U.S. News evaluated nearly 5,000 hospitals across 15 specialties and 20 procedures and conditions. Only 11% of evaluated hospitals earned a Best Hospitals ranking.

The VCU Health Pauley Heart Center was recognized for its comprehensive cardiac services and research contributions. Greg Hundley, director of the Pauley Heart Center, said, “We have achieved this outstanding national recognition from U.S. News & World Report thanks to that mission, and more importantly, thanks to the tireless Pauley team members who enact it.”

Sheltering Arms Institute, a joint venture between VCU Health and Sheltering Arms, ranked 19th nationally for physical rehabilitation. The 114-bed inpatient facility opened in June 2020.

VCU Medical Center also was designated as “High Performing” in cancer care, gastroenterology and GI surgery, and pulmonology and lung surgery. The hospital received the highest ranking possible in 10 critical procedures and conditions, including heart attack, heart failure and various cancer surgeries.