Awards and Certifications

U.S. News & World Report recognizes hospitals that provide high-quality care in specific specialties and procedures. These ratings help people identify hospitals that consistently achieve strong patient outcomes and performance measures.

• High Performing in Knee Replacement (2025)
• High Performing in Pacemaker Implantation (2025)
• High Performing in Stroke (2025)

Healthgrades evaluates hospitals nationwide based on clinical outcomes, patient safety and treatment success. These awards recognize hospitals that perform at or above national benchmarks in key areas of care.

• One of Healthgrades’ America's 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery (2026)
• 5-Star Recipient for Spinal Fusion Surgery (2026)
• 5-Star Recipient for COPD Treatment (2026)
• 5-Star Recipient for Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeries (2023-2026)
• 5-Star Recipient for Colorectal Surgeries (2024-2026)
• 5-Star Recipient for Respiratory Failure Treatment (2024-2026)
• Recipient of Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award (2025-2026)
• Top 5% in the Nation for Patient Safety (2025-2026)
• Top 10% in the Nation for Patient Safety (2025-2026)

These awards recognize that our hospital meets unique, rigorous standards for quality, safety and specialized care. They demonstrate a commitment to delivering exceptional services and improving patient outcomes.

Alzheimer's Disease Primary Provider Site: Awarded by the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment at SIU School of Medicine and the Illinois Department of Public Health

• First hospital in Rockford designated as an Alzheimer's Disease Primary Provider Site
• Joint Replacement High-Quality Rating: Awarded by CareChex
• Leader in Safety Practices: Awarded by Midwest Business Group on Health

DNV is an independent assurance and risk management organization that evaluates hospitals against rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical excellence. The Comprehensive Stroke Center designation recognizes hospitals that provide the highest level of stroke care. It reflects advanced treatment capabilities, around-the-clock access to stroke experts and a commitment to helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes during and after a stroke.

• First and only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Rockford: Awarded by DNV

The American Heart Association honors hospitals that follow evidence-based guidelines for heart attack and stroke care. These awards reflect a commitment to providing timely, high-quality treatment that helps improve patient outcomes.

Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Achievement Award: Awarded by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology

• OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center reached or exceeded rigorous quality and safety measurements.