AIIMS, has secured the 97th position in the 2024 World’s Best Hospitals ranking

Current Context: The 2024 World’s Best Hospitals ranking, released by Newsweek and Statista, placed AIIMS, New Delhi, at the 97th position globally.

• The ranking, published on April 15, 2024, evaluated over 2,400 hospitals across 30 countries based on patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, hygiene standards, and peer recommendations.

Key Highlights:

• India's Representation: Apart from AIIMS, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon ranked 146th, and PGIMER, Chandigarh ranked 228th.
• Top Position: The Mayo Clinic, USA, secured the 1st position, followed by the Cleveland Clinic and Toronto General Hospital.
• AIIMS Excellence: Recognized for its affordable treatment, advanced medical research, and state-of-the-art facilities.
• Global Significance: Reflects India's growing prominence in healthcare and its potential as a medical tourism hub.

Question:

Q.1 Which Indian hospital secured a position among the top 100 in the 2024 World's Best Hospitals ranking released by Newsweek and Statista?
a) PGIMER, Chandigarh
b) Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
c) AIIMS, New Delhi
d) Apollo Hospitals, Chennai

Answer: c) AIIMS, New Delhi ranked 97th globally, making it the only Indian hospital in the top 100 list.