Health First Hospitals Earn High Marks in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals Ranking

Holmes Regional Medical Center No. 1 hospital in Brevard, ranked No. 17 in Florida

Holmes Regional Medical Center Ranks No. 1 in Brevard and No. 17 in State of Florida

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Holmes Regional Medical Center was named the No. 1 hospital in Brevard County, and Health First’s four hospitals earned a combined total of 14 “High Performing Specialty” designations as part of U.S. News’ 2024 “Best Hospitals” report released this week.

In addition to being ranked the No. 1 hospital in Brevard County, Holmes Regional Medical Center was ranked No. 17 in the state of Florida – a jump of 5 spots from last year’s No. 22 state ranking (among more than 300 hospitals.)

Holmes Regional Medical Center was recognized for eight High Performing Specialties:

■ Aortic Valve Surgery

■ Heart Bypass Surgery

■ Congestive Heart Failure

■ COPD

■ Heart Attack

■ Hip Replacement

■ Leukemia/Lymphoma and Myeloma

■ Pneumonia

Palm Bay Hospital was recognized for three High Performing Specialties, including:

■ COPD

■ Heart Attack

■ Hip Replacement

Viera Hospital earned two High Performing Specialty recognitions:

■ Diabetes

■ Hip Replacement

Cape Canaveral Hospital was recognized for one High Performing Specialty in Heart Attack care.

“This is a tremendous recognition for Holmes Regional Medical Center and all of Health First, and it truly speaks to the breadth and quality of services we provide to our Space Coast community,” said Cheyana Fischer, Health First Chief Clinical Officer and Chief Nursing Officer.

“The U.S. News Best Hospitals report is one of the most thorough, informative, and prestigious evaluation tools available for consumers today. And while this is certainly a time to celebrate for our 9,500 associates – our physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers – today we set the bar even higher, pushing ourselves to improve on everything we do each day on behalf of our family members, friends, neighbors and communities that rely on us,” Fischer continued.

Now in its 35th year, Best Hospitals evaluates thousands of U.S. hospitals in more than 30 medical and surgical services. As part of the annual report, hospitals are rated according to their performance in complex care in medical specialties and in common procedures and conditions. To help patients decide where to receive care, U.S. News generates hospital rankings by evaluating data on nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide.

“For 35 years, U.S. News has been a leading resource for patients navigating their health care decisions,” Ben Harder, chief of health analysis and managing editor at U.S. News, said in a statement. “The ‘High Performing’ designation acknowledges hospitals that consistently deliver high-quality care for specific medical procedures and conditions. This recognition highlights their expertise and commitment to patient well-being.”

Founded in 1995, Health First is Brevard County’s not-for-profit, community healthcare system. The fully integrated delivery network (IDN) includes health insurance plans, hospitals, a multi-specialty medical group, and outpatient and wellness services.

As a locally owned, not-for-profit organization, Health First is committed to investing in our community. In 2022, Health First provided more than $220 million in community support.

To learn more about Health First and how we’re giving back to our community, please visit HFgivesback.org.

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