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As one of the largest integrated heart centers in the world, Cleveland Clinic has long been recognized as a global leader in cardiovascular care.
Since the 1950s, Cleveland Clinic has been a pioneer in heart care, with its cardiologists and surgeons driving numerous breakthroughs in cardiology and heart surgery. These advancements include pivotal contributions to valve surgery, aorta surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), coronary angiography, bypass surgery, and more. Beyond the development of new devices and therapies, Cleveland Clinic is at the forefront of cardiovascular research, continuously uncovering breakthroughs that shape the future of cardiac care. Last year alone, our Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute physicians published more than 900 peer-reviewed publications.
Cleveland Clinic is also one of the nation's highest volume cardiac surgical centers, performing over 5,600 heart surgeries last year. Over the years, Cleveland Clinic surgeons have also performed more than 4,500 mitral valve surgeries with a 0% mortality rate. In addition, Cleveland Clinic has received the highest overall composite score star rating, 3 of 3 stars, in all cardiothoracic procedures rated by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Because of this sustained excellence in outcomes and innovation, for the 30th year in a row, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Cleveland Clinic’s legacy of cardiovascular care by naming it the country’s No.1 hospital for heart care in the magazine’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals rankings.
The annual rankings also placed Cleveland Clinic on its Best Hospitals Honor Roll, a distinction awarded to only 20 hospitals nationwide, in addition to naming Cleveland Clinic the No. 1 hospital in Ohio. Cleveland Clinic Weston is ranked as the No. 1 hospital in the Miami-Ft. Lauderdale Metro Area.
“Cleveland Clinic’s rich history of cardiovascular care is unparalleled. Congratulations to everyone within the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. Ranking No. 1 for three decades in a row is a reflection of their sustained commitment to excellence, quality and innovation,” said Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic and the holder of the Morton L. Mandel CEO Chair. “We commend all our caregivers for their dedication to providing the best care for patients. While it's an honor to be recognized, we will continue to focus on doing what matters most – striving to provide the highest quality, safest patient-centered care; supporting research and clinical innovation; and serving our communities.”
Cleveland Clinic has treated millions of patients for heart and vascular conditions. Patients travel from all 50 states and 138 countries to Cleveland Clinic's Sydell and Arnold Miller Family Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute for expert care and exceptional outcomes.
“We are honored and grateful to be recognized as the nation’s top hospital for heart care for the 30th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report,” said Lars Svensson, M.D., Ph.D., chief of Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute. “This achievement is a testament to the dedication, talent and compassion of our team, including our doctors, nurses, researchers, educators and support staff. They are committed to excellence in every aspect of their work, not just in terms of clinical outcomes, but in also in our approach to patient experience, research and innovation, and in training the next generation of heart-care professionals.”
Cleveland Clinic’s historical milestones in cardiovascular care include:
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. Cleveland Clinic is consistently recognized in the U.S. and throughout the world for its expertise and care. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 81,000 employees worldwide are more than 5,743 salaried physicians and researchers, and 20,160 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,690-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 23 hospitals, 276 outpatient facilities, including locations in northeast Ohio; Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2023, there were 13.7 million outpatient encounters, 323,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 301,000 surgeries and procedures throughout Cleveland Clinic’s health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 132 countries. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at twitter.com/CleClinicNews. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.
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