Beacon Kalamazoo has recently been named one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a leading consumer resource for healthcare quality and provider information. This achievement reflects Beacon Kalamazoo’s commitment to clinical excellence and top-tier patient care, placing the organization in the top 2% of U.S. hospitals for overall clinical performance.

Alongside this national recognition, Beacon Kalamazoo has achieved the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades. This award puts the organization in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety. Beacon Kalamazoo is one of only eight hospitals in Michigan to receive the Patient Safety Excellence Award in 2026.

Beacon Kalamazoo is the only hospital in Michigan to receive both the America’s 100 Best Hospitals and the Patient Safety Excellence Awards in 2026. The hospital has also been recognized for its exceptional patient outcomes in key service areas:

• Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery (2026)
• Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery (2025-2026)
• Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Vascular Surgery (2025-2026)
• Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Pulmonary Care (2020-2026)

Beacon Kalamazoo’s senior leadership emphasized how recognition from Healthgrades reflects the dedication, compassion and expertise of teams across the hospital.

“Our mission is to deliver exceptional care for every patient, every time, and these Healthgrades awards affirm the dedication of our entire team,” said Carl Risk, President of Beacon Kalamazoo. “We are proud of this recognition because it reflects the trust our community places in us and the relentless commitment of our associates, nurses and physicians.”

Dr. Mark Noffsinger, Beacon Kalamazoo Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs, underscored the role of clinical collaboration and evidence based practice in achieving consistently strong results. “Quality and safety don’t happen by chance. They happen through rigorous clinical practice, strong teamwork and a deep commitment to doing what’s right for patients,” he said.
“These Healthgrades awards highlight the excellence of our medical staff and reinforce our focus on delivering the highest standard of care.”

Nursing leadership also affirmed the essential role nurses play in patient outcomes. “Our nurses play a vital role in patient outcomes, and this recognition is a direct reflection of their expertise, compassion and leadership at the bedside,” said Kari Snyder, Beacon Kalamazoo Vice President of Nursing. “We are honored to see our teams celebrated for the exceptional care they provide every day.”

About Beacon Health System

Beacon Health System is a locally owned, nonprofit healthcare system serving patients across southwest Michigan and northern Indiana. Our nearly 11,000 associates and 2,500 medical staff providers, who are deeply rooted in our region, provide exceptional care with heartfelt compassion at Beacon Kalamazoo, Beacon Allegan, Beacon Dowagiac, Beacon Plainwell and Three Rivers Health in Michigan; Beacon Children’s Hospital, Beacon Granger Hospital, Community Hospital of Bremen, Elkhart General Hospital, Memorial Epworth Center and Memorial Hospital of South Bend in Indiana. We are committed to serving underinsured and uninsured patients, furthering our commitment to community health and well-being. With our teams at Beacon Medical Group, Memorial Family Medicine Residency Program, Beacon Health Foundation and Beacon Health & Fitness, and through our partnership with Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, we are dedicated to delivering patient-centered care at every step of your health journey. Connect with us at BeaconHealthSystem.org.

About Beacon Kalamazoo – Formerly Borgess Hospital

Beacon Kalamazoo is a 268-staffed bed, full-service acute care hospital with 24/7 emergency care, a Level II Trauma Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center certified by DNV (Det Norske Veritas), reflecting the highest level of competence for the treatment of serious stroke events. Beacon Kalamazoo delivers advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. In addition, we offer specialty care including advanced heart care (with a dedicated women’s heart center), cancer care, advanced orthopedics and neurosciences, women’s health, OB-GYN maternity care and outpatient pediatric care.