STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health is proud to announce that, for the sixth year in a row, Mount Nittany Medical Center has been named one of the World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek. Created in 2019, the World’s Best Hospitals series includes data on more than 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries.

In addition to this distinction, Mount Nittany Medical Center was also recognized as a Leader in Patient Experience, highlighting the organization’s ongoing commitment to patient-centered care.

Mount Nittany Medical Center is one of 26 hospitals in Pennsylvania and 416 hospitals nationwide to earn placement on the list.

“Being named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals list for the sixth consecutive year, and being recognized as a leader in patient experience, is an honor,” said Upendra Thaker, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Mount Nittany Medical Center. “These recognitions reflect the dedication of our entire team, who work every day to provide high-quality, compassionate care and ensure our patients feel heard, supported and confident in their care.”

According to Newsweek, “Few decisions carry more weight than selecting a hospital for yourself or a loved one. This choice is often made while feeling unwell or after a stressful diagnosis, making it all the more difficult. That’s why ready information about where world-class medical care is available can make all the difference in ensuring the best possible outcomes.”

The rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes an online survey of thousands of medical experts — such as physicians, hospital leaders and healthcare professionals — as well as patient experience data, hospital quality metrics and a PROMs Implementation Survey. Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are standardized, validated questionnaires completed by patients to assess functional well-being and quality of life.

To learn more about Mount Nittany Health’s award-winning care, visit mountnittany.org.