PITTSBURGH – UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital has once again achieved the highest distinction as a 2026 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care from U.S. News & World Report — the most prestigious honor awarded in the publication’s Best Hospitals for Maternity Care rankings. Each year, nearly 25,000 babies are born in UPMC hospitals that provide obstetric care, highlighting UPMC’s reputation as a reliable choice for families who want top-quality maternity services.

“This prestigious recognition is a testament to the unwavering dedication and skill of our entire team at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital,” said Richard Beigi, MD, president, UPMC Magee. “Every day, our physicians, nurses and staff strive to deliver outstanding maternity care and heartfelt support to families in Pittsburgh and beyond. We are honored to be part of such meaningful milestones in our patients’ lives, and this recognition reaffirms our promise to provide the safest, most supportive birthing experience possible for every family we serve.”

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital anchors Pennsylvania’s largest network of top-rated maternity care. Alongside Magee, five other UPMC hospitals also earned High Performing status in maternity care. In addition, seven UPMC hospitals earned the Maternity Care Access designation. 

“UPMC Magee women’s health service line, in collaboration with our exceptional community faculty, has successfully extended Magee’s renowned standards of women’s health throughout the UPMC system,” said Robert Edwards, MD, chair of OB/GYN, UPMC Magee-Womens.

U.S. News & World Report evaluated nearly 900 hospitals nationwide. Hospitals were assessed on critical quality metrics, including cesarean-section rates in lower-risk pregnancies, severe unexpected newborn complication rates, exclusive breast milk feeding rates and birthing-friendly practices, among other measures.

This recognition empowers expectant parents to make informed choices about their maternity care, ensuring they receive the highest standard of service for their growing families.