SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon has earned a place among the nation’s top-performing hospitals on the inaugural Forbes Top Hospitals 2026 list, a prestigious new ranking that highlights excellence in patient care, clinical outcomes, value, and patient experience.
The hospital is one of ten SSM Health facilities recognized this year for their outstanding quality and compassionate care. The Forbes Top Hospitals list was created to help consumers navigate the increasingly complex healthcare landscape. For this first-of-its-kind ranking, Forbes partnered with healthcare analytics leader, Inovalon and collaborated with experts in medicine, health policy, and patient advocacy to ensure a rigorous, data-driven evaluation process.
“This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our physicians, nurses, caregivers, and support staff, who put patient care at the center of everything they do,” said Damon Harbison, President of SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, and the SSM Health Rural Health Network in Illinois. “Being included on this list is an extraordinary honor and a true reflection of the commitment our team demonstrates every day. We are extremely proud of what this achievement means for our patients and the communities of southern Illinois.”
The ranking underscores SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional, patient-centered services and its mission to serve the community with the highest standards of care.