NIGUARDA HOSPITAL NAMED ITALY’S BEST IN NEWSWEEK’S 2025 GLOBAL RANKING

The Milan-based hospital ranks 37th worldwide, earning a special commendation from Regione Lombardia.

Ospedale Niguarda in Milan has been recognized as Italy’s top hospital and ranked 37th globally in the 2025 edition of Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals”. This prestigious classification evaluates over 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries, assessing factors such as quality of care, research excellence, and the ability to attract skilled healthcare professionals. Niguarda’s ascent of 15 positions from the previous year underscores its commitment to excellence in patient care and medical innovation.

In a ceremony held at Palazzo Lombardia, Regione Lombardia officials, including President Attilio Fontana and Welfare Councillor Guido Bertolaso, extended their congratulations to Niguarda. Councillor Bertolaso emphasized, “Having Lombard hospitals among the top 250 worldwide is a source of pride. Seeing a public hospital like Niguarda at the forefront highlights the strength of our public healthcare system.” The event also honored other Lombard hospitals that achieved notable rankings in the global list.

Niguarda’s recognition reflects its dedication to integrating cutting-edge research with high-quality patient care, making it a premier destination for medical tourism in Italy.

Why This Matters for Medical Tourists:

  • World-Class Care: Patients can access top-tier medical services at a hospital recognized globally for its excellence.

  • Advanced Research: Niguarda’s strong focus on research ensures that patients benefit from the latest medical advancements.

  • Comprehensive Services: The hospital offers a wide range of specialized services, catering to diverse medical needs.

  • International Recognition: Being ranked among the world’s best hospitals enhances Niguarda’s appeal to international patients seeking quality care.

For international patients considering medical treatment in Italy, Ospedale Niguarda offers a combination of expertise, innovation, and compassionate care, making it a leading choice for medical tourism.

References: Press Release – Niguarda Hospital

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General Hospital Niguarda offers a comprehensive range of medical services for both adults and children. The hospital employs a fully-integrated medical approach that covers all medical disciplines and technologies, from diagnosis to rehabilitation, thus ensuring the highest standards of care, even in the most complex or emergency situations. His team of highly skilled physicians, scientists, and nursing staff work collaboratively to provide the best possible treatment and outcomes.

The Niguarda Renovation Project, which started in 2007 and concluded in early 2014, established an innovative healthcare system that prioritised patient-centric care and optimised efficiency for intense care.

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As a General Hospital, Niguarda hosts all the disciplines for adults and children. All medical disciplines and technologies, from diagnosis to rehabilitation, are integrated aiming at serving the best care even in situations of emergency or high complexity. Physicians, scientists and nurse staff have skills to work together.

Niguarda Hospital’s exceptional standards have been recognized and honored this year by Newsweek, an American magazine that annually evaluates and publishes a list of the world’s best hospitals, assessing over 2,300 facilities in 28 countries. The hospital is currently the highest ranked public hospital in Italy and the second highest when private healthcare facilities are taken into account.

There are only 13 Italian hospitals in the world’s top 250. And thanks to its commitment, research activity, the latest technology and the contribution of its 5,000 professionals, Niguarda Hospital has climbed to 60th place on the “Best Hospital 2023” list.

The Newsweek’s ranking of the Niguarda General Hospital

Here are the specialities for which Niguarda Hospital has been ranked among the best specialized hospitals in the world:
– Obstetrics and Gynaecology: 16th in the world, 2nd in Italy
– Gastroenterology: 39th in the world, 3rd in Italy
– Oncology: 49th in the world, 5th in Italy
– Neurosurgery: 67th in the world, 3rd in Italy
– Cardiology: 68th in the world, 6th in Italy
– Neurology: 78th in the world, 5th in Italy
– Urology: 114th in the world, 6th in Italy
– Cardiac surgery: 145th in the world, 10th in Italy
– Endocrinology: 148th in the world, 9th in Italy
– Paediatrics: 201st in the world, 8th in Italy

Reference: Press release