Phoenix, Arizona, may be known for blazing sunsets and endless sunshine, but its healthcare scene deserves just as much attention. 2 in both Phoenix and Arizona by U.S. News and World Report for 2025-2026, Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is not content to simply follow the leader. Healthgrades recognized Banner University Medical Center Phoenix with its America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award, a distinction that fewer than 1 percent of hospitals in the country ever receive. The broader HonorHealth network also includes Scottsdale Shea Medical Center and Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, both of which appear in regional best-hospital rankings. The Phoenix VA Healthcare SystemVeterans in the Phoenix area have access to a healthcare system that has earned one of the highest possible marks for quality.