HCA Florida JFK Hospital among the top 5% nationwide for clinical care

Atlantis, FL., JANUARY 30, 2025 – HCA Florida JFK Hospital announced today that it is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2025, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. This achievement reflects the hospitals unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care and puts the organization in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance for the second year in a row.

In addition to this recognition for overall clinical care, HCA Florida JFK Hospital is the recipient of numerous accolades related to its exceptional patient outcomes in key service areas, including surgical care, cardiac surgery, orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, vascular surgery, stroke care and pulmonary services. These achievements further underscore the organization’s dedication to clinical excellence, placing HCA Florida JFK Hospital among the upper echelon of hospitals nationwide.

“Our commitment to care excellence has a profound impact on the lives of our patients and their families “said Ken West, CEO. “Through investments in advanced technology, innovative processes, and strong leadership, we continue to enhance patient outcomes and elevate the care we provide. None of this would be possible without the dedication of our physicians, nurses and hospital colleagues, whose expertise and compassion make a difference every day.”

HCA Florida JFK Hospital’s achievements are based exclusively on what matters most: patient outcomes. To determine the top hospitals for 2025, Healthgrades evaluated risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for over 30 of the most common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide. Healthgrades’ annual analysis revealed significant performance gaps between the nation’s highest- and lowest-achieving hospitals, making it increasingly important to seek care at a top-rated facility. In fact, from 2021-2023, if all hospitals, as a group, had performed similarly to America’s 250 Best, on average, 174,081 lives could potentially have been saved. *

“As one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals, HCA Florida JFK Hospital is elevating the standard for quality care nationwide,” said Brad Bowman, MD, chief medical officer and head of data science at Healthgrades. “Healthgrades commends HCA Florida JFK Hospital for their ongoing leadership and commitment to providing the best possible care for all patients in and around Palm Beach County.”

As care variation grows, consumers must find and select a top-rated hospital to maximize their chances of a successful outcome. Consumers can visit healthgrades.com for guidance on how to find best-in-class care in 2025, with additional resources on how Healthgrades rates hospitals and why hospital quality matters available here.

*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for years 2021 through 2023 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients only. Click here to view the complete 2025 America’s Best Hospital Awards Methodology.

About HCA Florida JFK Hospital

Serving Palm Beach County for more than 55 years. HCA Florida JFK Hospital is a 516-bed acute care hospital, specializing in emergency services, heart and vascular surgery, neurosurgery, comprehensive cancer and breast institute services, comprehensive stroke services, orthopedic and spine surgery, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, weight loss surgery and women’s services. We provide high quality, exceptional care to Atlantis residents and the surrounding communities. We hold the Blue Distinction for Cardiac Services and are accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.

About HCA Florida Healthcare

HCA Florida Healthcare, a part of HCA Healthcare, is a family of more than 650 affiliated sites of care, including hospitals, physician practices, freestanding emergency rooms and urgent care centers. United as a statewide network in 2022, HCA Florida Healthcare includes approximately 11,100 experienced doctors and more than 84,000 colleagues working together to deliver equitable, evidence-based collaborative care through more than 11.6 million patient encounters each year. HCA Florida Healthcare is committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities it serves. The network provides more than $903 million in uncompensated care and contributes nearly $2.2 million to community organizations across the state. In addition, HCA Florida Healthcare offers patients access to highly-trained specialists, including the state’s largest cardiovascular network. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Florida Healthcare is also a major supporter of university-based healthcare programs and residencies and fellowships throughout the Sunshine State. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.

About Healthgrades

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