SickKids Reaches Global No. 1
Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children, better known as SickKids, has officially been named the world’s best pediatric hospital. The recognition comes from a 2024 ranking by Newsweek and Statista, which assessed 250 hospitals worldwide. This year, SickKids climbed from second place to first, surpassing Boston Children’s Hospital.
How the Ranking Was Determined
The global ranking relied on surveys of tens of thousands of medical professionals conducted between May and July 2024. Doctors, specialists, and health care workers provided recommendations based on their expertise. In addition, the evaluation considered accreditation data and patient-reported outcomes, with surveys accounting for 90% of the total score.
Leadership Reacts to Milestone
“As we’ve celebrated our 150th anniversary this year, I’ve often remarked that the care, research and learning that happen at SickKids are second to none — this ranking reaffirms that,” said Dr. Ronald Cohn, President and CEO of SickKids.
The hospital credits its success to a forward-looking strategy centered on precision child health. This approach tailors treatments to each child’s unique needs, moving beyond one-size-fits-all care. SickKids also uses artificial intelligence responsibly to improve outcomes and accelerate discoveries.
Canada Shines on the World Stage
SickKids was not the only Canadian hospital recognized. Three other facilities ranked among the top 50 pediatric hospitals:
BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver (#8)
Alberta Children’s Hospital, Edmonton (#12)
Stollery Children’s Hospital, Edmonton (#40)
This recognition highlights Canada’s growing influence in global pediatric care.
Areas of Excellence at SickKids
SickKids earned special praise in two areas: neonatology and oncology.
Neonatology: providing expert care for newborns, especially those with complex medical needs.
Oncology: running one of the largest pediatric cancer programs in North America, treating roughly 275 new cases annually with cutting-edge therapies.
Other Toronto hospitals also excelled in specialty rankings. Princess Margaret Cancer Centre placed ninth in oncology, while Toronto General Hospital earned top spots in heart surgery (#15) and cardiology (#24). Mount Sinai Hospital, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and the Krembil Neuroscience Centre also made strong showings.
Toronto’s SickKids now stands as a global leader in pediatric medicine, setting new standards for child health worldwide.
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