Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital recognized
Bryn Mawr, PA — Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital, both part of Main Line Health, have been rated as high-performing for maternity care by U.S News & World Report in recognition of their quality care in labor and delivery. For Riddle Hospital, it was the second consecutive year being honored.
The magazine launched its Best Hospitals for Maternity Care rankings to help expectant mothers and families make informed choices about hospitals where they might have a baby following an uncomplicated pregnancy. The 2023–2024 rankings rely on data provided by hospitals.
“This is a tremendous honor for the work of our doctors, nurses and support staff at Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital,” said Joseph Gobern, MD, MBA, FACOG, chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Main Line Health. “The rankings are a reflection of a systematic effort and dedication toward ensuring safe, high-quality care for mothers and babies. We can also take special pride that these rankings reflect our efforts to narrow the gap in disparities that exists nationwide for birthing people from various racial and ethnic groups.”
U.S. News & World Report evaluated approximately 680 hospitals that provide labor and delivery services. Just over 300 hospitals received a high-performing designation, which is the highest award a hospital can earn in maternity care. The methodology is based entirely on objective measures of quality, such as C-section rates in lower-risk pregnancies, newborn complication rates, exclusive breast milk feeding rates and early elective delivery rates, among others.
About Paoli Hospital
Founded in 1913, Paoli Hospital is recognized for its exceptional medical and surgical services, advanced technology and personalized approach to care. We offer a wide range of services, including orthopaedics, maternity care, cardiovascular, cancer care and Chester County's only trauma center. Neonatologists from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia provide specialized newborn and neonatal intensive care in our Level II NICU. Main Line Health's affiliation with Jefferson Health enables a neurointervention center for advanced stroke care at Paoli Hospital. The hospital features an award-winning Patient Care Pavilion, designed to enhance clinical outcomes, patient safety and the overall experience with private rooms and family accommodations. Consistently recognized for excellence, Paoli Hospital remains a leader in patient-centered care in the region.
About Riddle Hospital
Founded in 1963, Riddle Hospital provides comprehensive services, including orthopaedic, maternity, cardiovascular, cancer and stroke care, as well as emergency medicine and outpatient services such as imaging, audiology and sleep studies. Riddle Hospital, located in Delaware County, is known for providing advanced treatment options and innovative approaches, including cutting-edge technology for robotic surgery, cardiac and cancer care. Neonatologists from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia provide specialized newborn and neonatal intensive care in our Level II NICU. Consistently recognized for excellence in patient care, Riddle Hospital is a trusted healthcare provider in the region, known for its high-quality services and patient-centered approach.