Rhode Island Hospital has been named a high performing hospital for lung cancer surgery by U.S. News & World Report in their prestigious ‘Best Hospital’ rankings for 2023-2024. Rhode Island Hospital was the only hospital in the state to receive the high performing rating in lung cancer surgery. Hospitals that earned a high performing rating scored significantly better than the national average.
The lung cancer surgery score is determined based on several data categories including patient survival rates after undergoing lung cancer surgery, prevention of long hospitalizations, treating a high volume of patients, nurse staffing ratios, and prevention of Emergency Room visits after chemotherapy. Rhode Island Hospital’s outstanding performance in these areas sets it apart from its peers.
“Lung cancer is a devastating disease that affects millions of individuals worldwide. With advancements in medical technology and treatment options, it is crucial for patients to receive care from hospitals that excel in lung cancer surgery,” said Abbas Abbas, MD, chief of thoracic surgery at Lifespan and chief of thoracic oncology at the Lifespan Cancer Institute and professor of surgery at Brown University. “Our exceptional performance in this area ensures that patients in Rhode Island have access to state-of-the-art world class care right here in Rhode Island. We have a multi-disciplinary clinic that is exclusively dedicated to eradicating this disease.”
”As Rhode Island Hospital continues to prioritize excellence and innovation, this recognition as a high performing hospital in lung cancer surgery further solidifies its position as a trusted healthcare provider,” said Dean Roye, MD, senior vice president for medical affairs and chief medical officer at Rhode Island Hospital. “Patients can have confidence in the hospital's ability to deliver exceptional care and achieve positive outcomes.”
Rhode Island Hospital was also ranked high performing in this year’s rankings for aortic valve surgery, diabetes care, and stroke treatment. More information about Rhode Island Hospital’s scores is available on the U.S. News & World Report website at: https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/area/ri/rhode-island-hospital-6150150/. This resource offers a comprehensive overview of the hospital's performance.
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