OCALA, FL (352today.com) – HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital have been recognized as Florida’s top hospitals for orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, and vascular surgery, according to Healthgrades’ 2025 rankings. Healthgrades, a leading online healthcare resource, awarded these hospitals six Best Specialty awards, including ranking them among the top 50 hospitals in the U.S. for vascular surgery and surgical care, and the top 100 for orthopedic, joint replacement, spine, and prostate surgeries.
Statewide, the hospitals hold the top spot for orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, and vascular surgery, and are ranked second for joint replacement and surgical care. They are also in the top 10% nationally for cardiology services, and earned five-star ratings for heart attack, heart failure, and pacemaker treatment.
“Our team of healthcare providers at HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and HCA Florida West Marion Hospital strive every day to provide the very best possible outcomes to our community, said Alan Keesee, HCA Florida Ocala Hospital CEO. “These designations signal to Marion County and surrounding areas that HCA Florida Ocala Hospital puts patients first and is the healthcare choice for our neighbors.”
Healthgrades evaluated over 4,500 hospitals, analyzing patient outcomes and complication rates for common conditions and procedures. The report highlights the importance of choosing high-quality care, as top-rated hospitals are shown to improve survival rates and reduce complications significantly.