Now in its 31st year, U.S. News’ annual guide to U.S. hospitals helps both consumers and medical professionals find the best hospitals and understand the latest trends in healthcare. Created by a team of leading health journalists and healthcare experts, this popular guidebook provides U.S. News’ exclusive rankings of the best adult hospitals and children’s hospitals for cancer, orthopedics, cardiology, neurology, and other medical specialties. Best Hospitals 2021 also provides rankings of the best hospitals in each state, the best diet plans (as chosen by nutrition experts), and the most-recommended over-the-counter products. Note: Advertisements from leading hospitals and other reputable healthcare organizations enable us to offer this valuable guidebook at an affordable price. Advertisements do not influence current or future rankings.