El Paso, TX – Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare announced today that both of its hospitals—Las Palmas Medical Center and Del Sol Medical Center—received a Healthgrades 2024 America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™. This distinction recognizes hospitals for superior performance in providing care for conditions and procedures across multiple specialty services. Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare hospitals were recognized among the top 5% of the 4,500 hospitals nationwide included in the assessment for clinical excellence, according to Healthgrades.

In addition to this national recognition, Healthgrades measured hospitals across 18 specialty care areas to identify the highest-ranking hospitals in 32 eligible states. Las Palmas Medical Center and Del Sol Medical Center ranked No. 1 in Texas for critical care, gastrointestinal care and gastrointestinal medical care. Additionally, both facilities were recognized as America's 50 Best Hospitals for superior clinical outcomes for gastrointestinal surgery and surgical care.

Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare hospitals were also recognized among the 100 Best Hospitals for 16 of the most common specialty care areas, ranking among the top 2% of hospitals for critical care, gastrointestinal care, gastrointestinal surgery, stroke care and orthopedic surgery.

“We are honored to be recognized by Healthgrades as one of the nation's best hospitals,” Don Karl, chief executive officer of Las Palmas Medical Center, said. “Our staff is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care within a safe environment, and this award is a testament to our commitment to that level of care.”

“Del Sol Medical Center is proud to be a part of a group of hospitals nationwide that are raising healthcare standards and ensuring that patient care is a top priority,” Art Garza, chief executive officer of Del Sol Medical Center, said. “I commend our physicians, nurses and the entire staff for their contribution and commitment to our patient's safety.”

To learn more about how Healthgrades determines award recipients or for more information on Healthgrades Quality Solutions, please visit Healthgrades.com/Quality.