Get to Know Us
UHealth - University of Miami Health System delivers leading-edge patient care by the region's best doctors, powered by the groundbreaking research of the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Get to know us with these key facts and points of pride that define our dedication to world-class health care as South Florida's only academic medical center.
Rankings & Honors
Awards & Recognitions
Nurse Magnet Status with Distinction
UHealth is one of fewer than 50 health care organizations—among the elite 10% in the U.S.—recognized for nursing excellence. It is the first health system in Florida to receive Magnet with Distinction™, the program's highest honor.
Beacon for Excellence Award
All of UHealth's critical care units, as well as one step-down unit, have each earned this award for providing exceptional care and supportive work environments with greater collaboration, higher morale and lower turnover.
Watson Caring Science Lotus Recognition
UHealth becomes the 15th organization in the U.S. and only in the state of Florida to receive this honor. Caring Science incorporates the art and science of caring and includes concepts from the fields of philosophy, ethics, ecology and mind-body-spirit medicine.
ALS Association Center of Excellence
Recognized for delivering comprehensive, multidisciplinary care and advancing research to improve the lives of people living with ALS.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association Center of Excellence
Designated for expertise in diagnosing, treating, and researching Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, offering leading-edge care and support.
National Association of Epilepsy Level 4 Epilepsy Center
The highest designation for epilepsy care, providing advanced monitoring, surgical treatments, and innovative therapies for complex epilepsy cases.
Huntington's Disease Center of Excellence
Acknowledged for specialized care, research, and family support services for patients affected by Huntington's disease.
Lewy Body Dementia Research Center of Excellence
A national leader in advancing research, treatment, and support for patients and families impacted by Lewy body dementia.
National Ataxia Foundation Center of Excellence
Recognized for expertise in ataxia research and care, offering specialized resources and treatment options for patients.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society Center of Excellence
Designated for comprehensive MS care, clinical trials, and innovative therapies to improve quality of life for those living with multiple sclerosis.
University of Miami Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence
An elite center offering advanced Parkinson's disease care, education, and groundbreaking research recognized by the Parkinson's Foundation.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment Center of Excellence
Specialized in delivering state-of-the-art therapies and coordinated care for patients with spinal muscular atrophy.
Primary Stroke Center
Certified to UHealth Tower for excellence in rapid stroke diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes, meeting the highest national standards of stroke care.
Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center
UHealth is one of 24 organizations in the U.S. recognized by the Mitral Foundation for its commitment to this life-enhancing procedure. Patients at UHealth are assured that experienced surgical teams strive for superior clinical outcomes guided by data-driven oversight from a highly respected health organization.
American Heart Association Quality Achievement Award: Target: BP Gold Plus Recognition
The American Heart Association and American Medical Association recognize and appreciate UHealth's commitment to decreasing the number of Americans living with uncontrolled blood pressure.
2024 Get With the Guidelines® – Heart Failure Gold Plus with Target: Heart Failure Honor Roll & Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
This Gold Plus quality achievement award shows UHealth's commitment to improving outcomes for patients with heart failure, meaning reduced readmissions and more healthy days at home.
Get With the Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
This Gold Plus quality achievement award shows UHealth's commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.
American College of Surgeons Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program
Awarded for dedication to enhancing the safety and quality of care for bariatric patients in the United States and Canada.
Ranked #1
Eye Hospital in the U.S.A.
member team of specialists,
researchers and technicians
sight-saving surgeries
are performed annually
Ranked Among the Nation's
TOP 50 for Cancer Care
Only NCI-Designated Center
in South Florida
U.S. News & World Report
"Best Hospitals" rankings 2025-2026
Cancer Center of Excellence
(one of six institutions in Florida)
Commission on Cancer Program
by the American College of
Surgeons Commission on Cancer
Locations
Locations across Miami-Dade,
Broward, Palm Beach and
Collier Counties
Specialties
and Subspecialties
Bed Count
Growing to Serve Our Communities
We're expanding our clinical footprint to bring world-class care
to more people in South Florida.
Bascom Palmer Abu Dhabi: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the nation's No. 1 eye hospital, made history with its first international expansion. Now open, Bascom Palmer Abu Dhabi brings prestigious academic eye care to the United Arab Emirates.
Our Workforce
AI in Medicine
AI Clinical Care Stats
AI Research Stats
Operations
Patient and Family
Centered Care*
with staff to enhance
patient experience)
Volunteer Program*
Families Assisted
Contributed
Spiritual Care*
Consultations
Providers
Represented
Strategic Initiatives
& Partnerships
Clinical Partnerships
UHealth is collaborating with HSS to bring world-class musculoskeletal care to South Florida.
The partnership unites UHealth’s academic medical expertise with the expansive public health network of the Jackson Health System to provide world-class patient care, education and research across Miami-Dade County.
This collaboration integrates UHealth physicians and researchers into the VA health care system, combining clinical care, medical education and research to serve veterans in South Florida.
Health Partnerships
One of the world's largest clinical laboratory networks, offering diagnostic testing and drug development services.
A care platform that helps patients access medical supplies and support for managing chronic health conditions.
A collaboration of NCI-designated cancer centers dedicated to advancing cancer care through shared data and best practices.
A global technology leader, with its Healthineers division specializing in medical imaging, laboratory diagnostics and healthcare technology.
Sports Connections
Official team doctors and sports medicine provider of the Miami Marlins
Official health system of the
Miami Hurricanes
Official health care provider partner of the Miami Dolphins and Hard Rock Stadium
Research & Innovation
Public Health Sciences #16
Neurology #19
Ophthalmology #23
Surgery #18
Urology #20
Community Health Impact*
invested by the University of Miami
into community health improvement
and education community benefit operations
children seen through the
Pediatric Mobile Clinic or
Shotz-2-Go Program
health fairs hosted
as pop-up events,
with 682 patients seen
ongoing weekly clinical sites provide
consistent weekly care to 764 patients
people attended Sylvester
cancer screening events
*Data is based on the FY 23 Community Health Needs Assessment updated every three years.
