Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital named Charlotte’s only ‘Best Children’s Hospital’
U.S. News & World Report ranks Levine Children’s Hospital as a ‘Best Children's Hospital’ across 7 specialties, including a Top 10 ranking in cardiology & heart surgery
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 7, 2025 – For the 18th consecutive year, Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital has been recognized as a ‘Best Children’s Hospital’ by U.S. News & World Report. It remains the only children’s hospital in Charlotte to earn this distinction, reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class care for children and families across the region. This year, the hospital ranked among the Top 25 nationally in five specialties, including a Top 10 ranking (No. 8) for its cardiology and heart surgery program, and among the Top 50 nationally in two additional specialties.
“This recognition is more than a badge of honor, it’s a reflection of the heart and soul our teams pour into every patient experience,” said Callie Dobbins, senior vice president of Atrium Health Levine Children’s. “To be nationally ranked every year since opening our doors and remain Charlotte’s only ‘Best Children’s Hospital’ speaks to the trust our community places in us and the commitment we make to delivering the care they expect. Every child we serve inspires us to push boundaries, innovate boldly and lead with compassion.”
Levine Children’s Hospital received a Top 50 national ranking in the following specialties:
- Cancer
- Cardiology & Heart Surgery
- Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
- Nephrology
- Orthopedics
- Pulmonology
- Urology
U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals rankings are considered the most comprehensive source of quality-related information on U.S. pediatric hospitals. Rankings are determined based on key clinical data from nearly 200 medical centers, through a detailed survey that looks at measures such as patient and family satisfaction, patient safety and outcomes, infection prevention, reputation and compliance with best practices.
“Our teammates are the heartbeat of Levine Children’s,” said Meghan Clithero, vice president of Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital. “This recognition affirms what we see every day — teams going above and beyond to ensure families feel supported, informed and cared for. It’s also a moment to reflect and grow. We use these rankings not only to celebrate our progress, but to challenge ourselves to keep improving, expanding access and elevating care for every child who needs us. That’s what makes this hospital so special.”
Atrium Health Levine Children’s is comprised of three children’s hospitals, including Levine Children’s Hospital; eight neonatal intensive care units (NICUs); nearly 700 beds and more than 900 pediatric providers, offering the most comprehensive care across the Carolinas and Georgia.
To learn more about the Levine Children’s Hospital rankings, please visit levinechildrens.org/best.
For the full rankings and more information on the data that is behind the rankings, including elements like survival rates, adequacy of nurse staffing, procedure and patient volume, and availability of programs for specific illnesses and conditions, visit Best Children’s Hospitals.