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5 NYC public hospitals recognized for best maternity care

A total of 817 hospitals across the nation were evaluated with only about half of the hospitals being officially recognized for their maternal care.

News 12 Staff

Dec 10, 2025, 7:27 AM

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Five New York City public hospitals are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as 2026's best hospitals for maternity care.

A total of 817 hospitals across the nation were evaluated with only about half of the hospitals being officially recognized for their maternal care. The evaluations are based on factors including c-section rates, newborn complication rates and birthing-friendly practices.

The five hospitals recognized are NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, Kings County, Lincoln, South Brooklyn Health and Woodhull.

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