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UHD Topping the Ranking Charts

By Office of the President | Nov 18, 2024

Congratulations to all at University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) for the “A” in Health Equity, scored in the 2024-25 Lown Institute Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility!

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This award recognizes our commitment to providing high-quality, equitable healthcare for Brooklyn’s diverse communities. Even more exciting, Downstate has been ranked #1 in New York State among academic safety-net hospitals and #2 nationwide, showcasing our leadership in healthcare equity.

These top marks in Community Benefit, Inclusivity, Pay Equity, and Avoiding Overuse place us among the best hospitals in the country. These accomplishments directly result from the hard work and dedication of our Downstate and UHD teams focused on tackling health disparities to ensure every Brooklyn resident gets the care they deserve.

Our mission at Downstate is to deliver fair and responsible care, ensuring everyone in our community can access the needed services. By prioritizing necessary and effective treatments, we help improve outcomes and reduce costs—making a real impact in our community.

The Lown Institute evaluated more than 3,500 hospitals across the U.S., using 50+ data points to look at health equity, community impact, and patient care. UHD’s rankings highlight our commitment to world-class, equitable healthcare and reinforce our mission to reduce health disparities.

Congratulations to the entire UHD team and our faculty and staff. Your dedication keeps Downstate a shining example of excellence for Brooklyn and beyond. Read more in the full press release here!