Massachusetts General Hospital was established to provide care to Boston's sick, regardless of socioeconomic status, and became the first teaching hospital of Harvard University's new medical school. We have remained at the forefront of medicine by fostering a culture of collaboration and education, pushing the boundaries of medical research, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to the diverse community we were created to serve.
We believe that because of diversity we excel, through inclusion we respect our community, and with a keen focus on equity we serve, heal, educate, and innovate at the highest levels. Our priority is the well-being of our patients—near and far. As a team, we can maintain a singular focus on providing the highest quality, most compassionate care to each patient.
Mass General is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. Mass General is recognized in 14 specialties assessed by U.S. News, a testament to the breadth and depth of our expertise. In 2021, Mass General is also ranked #3 on the World's Best Hospitals list by Newsweek. Our patients rate their experiences with us very highly, with nearly all indicating they would be very likely to recommend us to others. We also consistently achieve high ratings from professional organizations.