Medical Center ranked as a Best Hospital for Maternity Care, Pediatric Care by Money magazine

UC Davis Medical Center has been recognized as one of the nation's Best Hospitals for Maternity Care and Pediatric Care by Money magazine in 2026.

The annual Money rankings identify hospitals that deliver outstanding clinical outcomes, patient experience and value. For 2026, Money evaluated thousands of hospitals nationwide and named only 75 hospitals in each specialty category to its final lists.

UC Davis Medical Center was ranked #33 as a Best Hospital for Pediatric Care and #44 on the list for Best Hospitals for Maternity Care.

"This national recognition reflects the dedication, expertise and compassion of our physicians, nurses and care teams who serve children and families throughout Northern California and beyond," said Satyan Lakshminrusmha, chief of pediatrics and pediatrician-in-chief at UC Davis Children's Hospital. "From prenatal care and childbirth to highly specialized pediatric services, our teams are committed to providing the safest, most comprehensive care at every stage of life."

Methodology behind the rankings

Money's Best Hospitals for Maternity Care list spotlights facilities that excel in caring for patients before, during and after pregnancy while maintaining strong safety records and patient satisfaction. Hospitals are evaluated using federal quality data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, measures of maternity-specific expertise, neonatal intensive care capability and nationally recognized accreditations.

The methodology emphasizes hospitals that demonstrate a strong focus on maternity services, perform a high volume of deliveries, support breastfeeding and education, and are equipped to manage both routine and complex pregnancies.

Money's Best Hospitals for Pediatric Care rankings focuses on hospitals with experienced pediatric specialists, strong clinical outcomes, dedicated pediatric trauma and intensive care units and high patient experience scores. The pediatric rankings also highlight transparency in hospital pricing, helping families better understand and prepare for the cost of care.

View Money's full methodology for maternity care and pediatric care.