In the 25-26 U.S. News & World Report ratings of American hospitals, more than 880 hospitals were examined for their effectiveness and proficiency at treating cancer in adult patients.  The study examines a variety of cancer treatment factors, including patient outcomes, the number of high-risk patients, patient experience, staffing, and the use of advanced clinical technologies.  Four New England hospitals rated among the top 50 U.S. hospitals for adult cancer care in the 25-26 survey, including two that rated among the five best hospitals in the nation for adult cancer care.  Here's a summary view of these four New England institutions and where they rated nationally for adult cancer care in the 25-26 U.S. News survey:

The Top Cancer Hospitals in New England

1. Dana Farber Brigham Cancer Center
   Location:  Boston
   National Rank:  #3 (See ranking details)
   
   
2. Massachusetts General Hospital
   Location:  Boston
   National Rank:  #5 (See ranking details)
   
   
3. Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
   Location:  Boston

   National Rank:  #22 (See ranking details)
   
   
4. Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven
   Location:  New Haven, CT

   National Rank:  #43 (See ranking details)

To further examine the metrics used to grade adult cancer care hospitals in the 25-26 U.S. News survey, or to find the cancer care ratings of other hospitals in New England, visit Best Hospitals for Adult Cancer Care.