The Medical City (TMC) has been named the top hospital in the Philippines for cardiology and was recognized among the country’s leading institutions for heart and brain care in the Newsweek and Statista Best Specialized Hospitals Asia Pacific 2026 rankings.

In the latest survey, TMC ranked first among Philippine hospitals in Cardiology, climbed to second place in Cardiac Surgery, and remained among the country’s top-performing institutions in neuroscience-related specialties.

The annual ranking, conducted by Newsweek and global data analytics firm Statista, evaluates hospitals across the Asia-Pacific region based on recommendations from medical professionals, hospital quality metrics, and the implementation of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs).

The recognition comes as heart disease and stroke continue to rank among the leading causes of death in the Philippines, highlighting the need for accessible and specialized healthcare services.

“For patients and their families, choosing where to seek care during a heart attack, stroke, or other complex medical condition is one of the most important decisions they will make,” said Dr. Ruben G. Kasala, executive vice president and chief executive officer of TMC Ortigas.

“We want this recognition to reassure them that they can receive highly specialized and compassionate care here at The Medical City. While we are honored by this recognition, our greatest measure of success will always be the lives we improve and the trust our patients place in us,” he added.

Beyond its flagship Ortigas facility, The Medical City Clark was also recognized among the country’s leading hospitals for pediatric services, reflecting the healthcare network’s focus on specialized care across different patient groups.

“These recognitions are meaningful because they reflect the trust our patients place in us and the dedication of our physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams who work together every day to deliver the highest standards of care,” said Dr. Stuart A. Bennett, president and group CEO of The Medical City.

“We are especially proud that our Cardiology program is now the highest-ranked in the country. It affirms our commitment to ensuring that Filipinos have access to exceptional, specialized healthcare without having to leave the Philippines,” Bennett added.

The hospital said the recognition reflects its continued investments in specialized care, advanced medical technologies, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Among its recent initiatives is the enhancement of its emergency and critical care capabilities through FastER, its upgraded Emergency Department designed to improve patient flow and accelerate access to treatment. The hospital also cited its Joint Commission International certifications in heart attack care and primary stroke care programs, along with its advanced neuroscience services, intensive care units, and rehabilitation programs.

The inclusion of The Medical City in the Newsweek and Statista Best Specialized Hospitals Asia Pacific 2026 rankings adds to its growing list of international recognitions and underscores its efforts to expand access to specialized, patient-centered healthcare in the Philippines.