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Four Mercy Hospitals Awarded Global Recognition

In an impressive feat, Mercy hospitals located in Northwest Arkansas, Oklahoma City, Springfield, and St. Louis have been honored with inclusion in Newsweek's prestigious 2026 list of the World's Best Hospitals. This recognition highlights the hospitals' unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality care, an outstanding patient experience, and clinical excellence, placing them in the upper echelon of healthcare facilities globally.

Mercy Hospital St. Louis stands out, having maintained its status as an eight-year champion in the rankings and is celebrated for its consistent performance. Mercy Hospital Springfield follows closely with a five-year champion designation, while Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City has been recognized for three years. Lastly, Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas has secured its spot as a two-year champion.

Additionally, both Mercy St. Louis and Oklahoma City hospitals have been identified as leaders in infection prevention, showcasing their dedication to not only treating patients but also ensuring their safety throughout their stay.

Dr. John Mohart, Mercy's Chief Operating Officer, emphasized the importance of this recognition: "When your health and your life are at stake, you want the best. Our patients count on us for exceptional, compassionate care, and our caregivers are dedicated to providing world-class care every day. I'm so proud of our Mercy team who brings hope and healing to our patients and families in every interaction."

The methodology employed by Newsweek in collaboration with Statista involved a comprehensive analysis of multiple data sources. This process included recommendations from medical professionals, patient satisfaction surveys, and various quality metrics that encompass aspects such as hygiene, patient safety, waiting times, and more. This rigorous approach ensures that the rankings presented are fully reflective of each hospital's capabilities.

The World's Best Hospitals 2026 list comprises institutions from a diverse range of countries, including Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States, among others. The selection criteria included measures like standard of living, life expectancy, population size, and the availability of data, making the awards highly competitive and meaningful.

For those interested, the complete awards list can be accessed through the World's Best Hospitals 2026 - Newsweek Rankings.

About Mercy

Mercy is recognized as one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States, known for providing exceptional patient experiences—a title granted by NRC Health. The system serves millions annually, managing a wide array of healthcare services within its 55 acute and specialty hospitals, urgent care locations, imaging centers, and pharmacies. Mercy operates over 1,000 physician practice locations and boasts a workforce of more than 50,000 caregivers who provide compassionate care in states including Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Illinois, and Oklahoma.

In the fiscal year 2025 alone, Mercy extended over $500 million in free care and community benefits, highlighting its commitment to serving its communities, making a significant positive impact on countless lives.

For further details about Mercy's initiatives and services, visit their website or reach out to one of their healthcare locations across the region.