Stamford Health Named Castle Connolly Gold Standard Top Hospital for 2026

Stamford Health has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Gold Standard Top Hospital for 2026, a designation awarded to only 38 hospitals nationwide, placing the health system among the top 1% of hospitals in the United States. The recognition underscores Stamford Health’s dedication to high-quality, person-centered care and its standing as a leader in healthcare excellence.

Castle Connolly’s Gold Standard Top Hospitals represent the highest overall performers across the country. The selection process evaluates hospitals on a range of quality metrics, including patient outcomes, safety, and clinical expertise. Stamford Health’s inclusion in this elite group reflects its consistent performance and commitment to earning the trust of the communities it serves.

“Recognition from Castle Connolly reflects the unwavering dedication of our physicians and interdisciplinary teams who deliver exceptional, person-centered care to our patients every day,” said Rod Acosta, MD, Chief Physician Executive at Stamford Health. “At Stamford Health, we are committed to earning the trust of the communities we serve by combining clinical excellence with compassion, respect, and an individualized approach to each patient’s experience. I’m incredibly proud of the difference we make in the lives of our patients and families.”

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent healthcare system with more than 4,100 employees, operating a 305-bed hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. The organization has achieved numerous accolades, including Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for the third time since 2016, placing it among 10.5% of U.S. hospitals and one of only seven in Connecticut to receive this honor. Additionally, the health system earned a five-star Overall Hospital Quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and an “A” grade for safety from The Leapfrog Group.

The hospital is also recognized for excellence in specific procedures, including hip replacement, knee replacement, and spine surgery. U.S. News & World Report named Stamford Hospital the number one hospital in Fairfield County and number four in Connecticut, recognizing its medical performance in 12 distinct areas.

Stamford Health’s clinical partnerships enhance its ability to provide advanced care. The hospital collaborates with Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) for orthopedic care, Columbia University Irving Medical Center for complex cardiovascular and neurosurgical procedures, and Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center for comprehensive oncological treatments. These collaborations ensure that patients have access to nationally recognized specialists and cutting-edge treatments.

The health system also serves as a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, integrating academic medicine with community-based care. Its medical staff includes numerous Castle Connolly Top Doctors who are actively involved in clinical research and medical education.

Stamford Health’s commitment to person-centered care is further evidenced by its Planetree Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care, which it has held since 2014. The certification places Stamford Health among just 100 organizations worldwide.

Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors list, published at castleconnolly.com, is based on nominations from board-certified physicians and evaluates factors such as medical education, training, hospital appointments, and disciplinary histories. Doctors cannot pay to be selected, ensuring the integrity of the recognition.

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