The top 7 brain hospitals in the USA, specializing in neurology and neurosurgery — based on the most recent 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings and respected global lists like Newsweek/Statista.—
Top 7 Brain (Neurology & Neurosurgery) Hospitals in the U.S.
1. NYU Langone Hospitals (New York, NY)
• #1 in neurology & neurosurgery in the U.S. for 2025–2026, as per U.S. News & World Report
• Frequently leads in specialties like neurology, neurosurgery, pulmonology, and geriatrics
• Also ranked #1 for neurology & neurosurgery in prior years, including 2024–25
2. UCSF Health – UCSF Medical Center (San Francisco, CA)Holds the
• #2 spots in the U.S. for neurology and neurosurgery (2025–2026) according to U.S. News & World Report .
• Known for having the largest brain tumor and stroke/cerebrovascular programs in California .
3. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital – Columbia and Cornell (New York, NY)
• #3 ranking in neurology & neurosurgery for 2025–2026 .
• A long-standing powerhouse in comprehensive neurological care.
4. Mayo Clinic – Rochester (Rochester, MN)Ranked
• #4 in neurology/neurosurgery for 2025–2026 .
• Globally recognized for excellence in neurological treatment and research; also ranked top in Newsweek’s neurosurgery specialty list .
5. Rush University Medical Center (Chicago, IL)Secured
#5 in the U.S. for neurology & neurosurgery (2025–2026) .
• Known for innovation and comprehensive neurological services.
6. Northwestern Medicine – Northwestern Memorial Hospital (Chicago, IL)
#6 in neurology/neurosurgery for 2025–2026 .
• A leading center for neurological research and care in the Midwest.
7. Johns Hopkins Hospital (Baltimore, MD)
• #7 position in neurology & neurosurgery rankings (2025–2026) .
• A long-standing global leader in neurosurgical innovation and complex neurological care.
Why These Hospitals Stand Out
• Data-driven rankings: U.S. News & World Report evaluates over 4,400 hospitals, ranking based on outcomes and expert opinion. The 2025–2026 rankings reflect the latest data across neurology and neurosurgery .
• Reputation & results: These institutions consistently deliver excellent patient outcomes, advanced treatments, and robust research programs.
• Global acknowledgment: Some, like Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins, also appear in international listings such as Newsweek’s specialized neurosurgery rankings .
if you’d like deeper insights into any of these—such as pediatric neurology, specific brain disorder programs (e.g., stroke, tumors), or treatment innovations—just ask!
