Quality & Safety of Patient Care

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Hospitals and doctors are not all alike — including at the national and local levels.

Across the nation and within your community, there are significant variations in the training and expertise of health care providers. At UC San Diego Health, we understand that the hospital and medical team you select are important personal choices that can make a meaningful difference for you and your family.

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#1 — Year After Year

UC San Diego Health is again ranked the No. 1 hospital system in San Diego by U.S. News & World Report for 2026-27. As one of only 20 health systems nationwide on the “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll and nationally ranked in eight medical and surgical specialties, we're committed to delivering innovative, compassionate care with exceptional outcomes.

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Quality & Safety Highlights

Awards & Achievements
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Reports on the High Quality of Our Care

Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission

The Joint Commission signifies the highest level of quality care for our patients. UC San Diego Health has several Gold Seal Advanced Certification programs.

Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery
Chronic Kidney Disease
Comprehensive Stroke Center
Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD)
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Quality & Safety News

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Alexander Khalessi, MD, MBA, Appointed Chief Innovation Officer

UC San Diego Health appoints Alexander Khalessi as chief innovation officer to lead AI integration, drive digital transformation and advance health information.

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UC San Diego Health Celebrates Top Docs Recognized in the Region

San Diego Magazine’s annual peer survey recognizes more than 100 UC San Diego Health physicians for providing the highest quality patient care.

UC San Diego Health Honored as Top Performer in Quality Care

UC San Diego Health recognized by Vizient as a top performer in hospital quality and outpatient care for the seventh year.