HOUSTON (July 16, 2024) — The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center has once again been named one of the nation’s top hospitals for cardiovascular care in the 2024–25 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals rankings. The Institute was ranked No. 19 in the nation in the Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery category.

This recognition reflects the Institute’s continued leadership in advancing the frontiers of cardiovascular medicine through research, education, and patient care. Over the past year, The Texas Heart Institute has:

• Expanded its innovation portfolio, including breakthroughs in heart failure research and cardiovascular regenerative medicine.
• Launched the Center for Cardiovascular Bioinformatics and Data Science, aimed at accelerating precision medicine through advanced data analytics.
• Strengthened academic partnerships following its integration with Baylor College of Medicine, reinforcing its position as a world-class academic cardiovascular center.
• Contributed to multiple high-impact publications and international clinical trials shaping the future of cardiovascular therapies.
• Hosted global thought leaders at the 11th Annual International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences – North American Section (IACS-NAS) Meeting, highlighting advances in translational cardiovascular science.

“We are honored to be recognized again by U.S. News & World Report,” said Dr. Joseph G. Rogers, President and CEO of The Texas Heart Institute. “This distinction is a reflection of our people—the scientists, physicians, nurses, and staff—who are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in cardiovascular care.”

Read more about the rankings at U.S. News and World Report Hospital Rankings.