SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon has been recognized as one of the top-performing hospitals in the nation on the inaugural Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list.
The ranking evaluates hospitals based on excellence in patient care, clinical outcomes, value, and patient experience. SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital is proud to be among the 10 SSM Health hospitals recognized this year for their outstanding quality and compassionate care.
This first-of-its-kind list was created to help consumers navigate the increasingly complex healthcare landscape. Forbes partnered with Inovalon, a leading healthcare analytics company, and collaborated with experts in medicine, health policy, and patient advocacy to develop a rigorous, data-driven evaluation for the rankings.
“Being included on this list is an extraordinary honor and a true reflection of the commitment our team demonstrates every day,” stated Damon Harbison, President of SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, and SSM Health Rural Health Network in Illinois. “We are extremely proud of what this achievement means for our patients and the communities of southern Illinois.”
