Awards & Accolades
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is ranked as one of the most elite hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.
The clinical specialties at HUP are consistently ranked among the nation's best and the hospital is recognized for 13 of the adult medical specialties reviewed by U.S. News.
Each year, Philadelphia Magazine compiles its "Top Doctors" list of the region's best physicians. The physicians at Penn Medicine always figure prominently on this list, and 2009 was no exception.
Congratulations to the 123 Penn physicians included in Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors 2009.
Nursing at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) has achieved Magnet status – the highest institutional honor awarded for nursing excellence – from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
To achieve Magnet status, a hospital must undergo a rigorous review process demonstrating it is committed to sustaining nursing excellence, improving professional practice, and transforming the culture of a work environment.


