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Akron Children’s ranks nationally

By John Maczko Sep 21, 2026 | 7:48 AM

Akron Children’s is nationally ranked in 3 pediatric specialties, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the Best Children’s Hospitals for 2026-2027.  They ranked in the following specialties:

Pediatric and Adolescent Behavioral Health Top 50

Pediatric Orthopedics #20

pediatric Urology #42

According to the U.S. News & World Report, to rank nationally in a specialty, a hospital must excel in caring for the sickest, most medically complex patients.  Congrats to Akron Children’s Hospital!