#1 major teaching hospital in the United States
Each year, Fortune, in partnership with Premier, Inc., evaluates teaching hospitals across the United States using objective performance data that includes clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, financial health, and patient experience. Within this national assessment, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is ranked #1 among major teaching hospitals.
This ranking builds on a long record of national recognition. BSWH – Temple has appeared on the Fortune/Premier list of top teaching hospitals for 14 years, reflecting sustained performance among the highest-performing institutions in the country.
As a teaching hospital, BSWH – Temple combines complex clinical care with medical education at scale. Physicians in training work in an environment defined by high case complexity, coordinated care, and consistent outcomes. Education and practice are fully integrated.
This standing aligns with BSWH – Temple’s broader clinical performance. The hospital continues to receive national recognition across specialties and procedures, reinforcing its role as a flagship medical center within Texas and nationally.
BSWH – Temple also functions as a central anchor of the Temple Medical District. It is the city’s largest employer and supports a dense concentration of clinicians, educators, researchers, and partners. Its scale and performance strengthen workforce pipelines and long-term institutional stability tied to healthcare and bioscience.
For the Temple Medical District, BSWH – Temple’s standing as the nation’s top-ranked major teaching hospital underscores the district’s role as a center for advanced medical practice, education, and employment.