ECU Health Medical Center was among four hospitals in North Carolina and 26 in the country to receive recognition by U.S. News & World Report.
The recognition is for success in caring for patients in historically underserved communities. According to a media release, “The new accolade and corresponding hospitals were revealed today at an exclusive event in Washington, ‘The State of Equity in America.’ U.S. News convened thought leaders from business, government, health, education and other sectors for a day of solutions-oriented dialogue on erasing disparities in America.
ECU was joined by these NC hospitals:
- Cape Fear Valley Medical Center (Fayetteville)
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital (Greensboro)
- UNC Hospitals (Chapel Hill)
North Carolina was one of seven states to have three or more hospitals recognized. California led the way with seven with North Carolina placing second.
“U.S. News’ recognition of the Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access highlights the important and necessary work hospitals are doing to improve care for underserved communities,” said Tavia Binger, senior health data analyst at U.S. News.
“This positive representation of community hospitals’ dedication to equitable access across 26 states is promising. However, this recognition also underscores the need for continued focus on prioritizing health care among vulnerable populations who may face numerous social and economic challenges in receiving care.”
Click here to find out more and to see the list of hospitals recognized.
