Southcoast Health receives regional accolades

Aug 4, 2025

The U.S. News & World Report announced the Southcoast Hospitals Group, including Tobey Hospital, ranked 13 in the Best Hospitals in Massachusetts and first in the Providence Metro Area for 2025 to 2026.

Southcoast Health was also recognized as a best regional hospital for community access for demonstrating the community health system’s success in caring for patients across all socioeconomic groups.

President and CEO of Southcoast Health David O. McCready said that the achievement speaks volumes about the hospitals care. 

“I’d like to thank every one of our almost 8,600 physicians, providers and employees because this recognition is a testament to their dedication and commitment to delivering the best outcomes, and experience, for our patients," he said.

In total, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,400 hospitals across 15 adult specialties and 22 procedures and conditions; only 13% of evaluated hospitals earned a Best Hospitals designation.

In addition Southcoast Health’s Heart & Vascular, Cancer Care, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Orthopedic departments received high performing ratings in sub-specialties and procedures. 

“This recognition represents the advanced medicine and personalized, high-quality care we provide across the region,” said Dennis La Rock, Executive Vice President and Chief Physician Officer for Southcoast Health.