SEATTLE — Two Washington health systems, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma and UW Medicine in Seattle, have been named to Becker’s Cardiology’s 2026 list of 100 hospitals and health systems with great heart programs.
The recognition highlights programs that deliver strong clinical outcomes, advanced technology and research at a time when heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.
Becker’s Cardiology, a specialty publication of Becker’s Healthcare, spotlights programs known for solid outcomes, newer technology and research. The candidates were chosen from nominations and editorial research. Organizations did not pay to be on the list, and the list is neither a ranking nor an endorsement, according to the 2026 report…