Range of treatment services and low infection rates cited in award recognition
Karmanos Cancer Hospital, part of the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care in 2026 by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in health care. This recognition places Karmanos among the top-performing hospitals nationwide, ranking it in the top 2% of over 4,600 U.S. hospitals that offer cancer care services. This is the 13th consecutive year Karmanos has been recognized by the Women’s Choice Award® since the inception of the national list.
“Karmanos’ culture is one of serving our patients with respect, integrity and compassion. This recognition reflects the exceptional care that our oncologists and clinical teams provide to our patients,” said Brian Gamble, president of Karmanos Cancer Hospital and Cancer Network. “As the only stand-alone cancer hospital in Michigan, and with our National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation, we are committed to providing state-of-the-art, compassionate care, and we have a continued dedication to ensuring that our patients are given their best chance.”
America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care Qualifications
To qualify as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care, a hospital must be accredited by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Classification (ACS CoC) as a specific type of cancer program, which includes being an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Women’s Choice Award evaluates hospitals based on the availability of specific cancer-related services onsite, infection rates, and patient recommendation ratings from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey. The award is unique in that its criteria also include primary research on women’s health care preferences.
“The very first step on a cancer journey is knowing where to go for the best care,” said Delia Passi, founder and CEO of the Women’s Choice Award and a breast cancer survivor. “We empower women to make confident decisions about where to receive cancer care – for themselves and their loved ones – especially during one of life’s most stressful times.”
Cancer patients, particularly those undergoing chemotherapy or surgery, are at increased risk for hospital-acquired infections due to compromised immune systems. Karmanos dedicates significant resources to striving to eliminate these risks and improve outcomes.
“Our staff at Karmanos has done a tremendous job in ensuring that safety is a top priority when taking care of our patients and has been consistent in keeping infections related to hospital stays down in every area of care that is involved,” added Gamble.
Accredited hospitals ensure access to:
- A full range of diagnostic and treatment services.
- Integrated and coordinated care across specialties.
- Onsite services that minimize the need for multiple visits—essential for women managing treatment alongside family and work responsibilities.
“In addition to high-level performance, our award winners deliver the care women value most—accessible, coordinated and compassionate,” added Passi.
Karmanos Cancer Hospital is one of 465 hospitals nationwide to earn this prestigious recognition for 2026. View Karmanos’ listing on the Women’s Choice Award® website here.
For more information on Karmanos Cancer Institute’s cancer services and programs, call 1-800-KARMANOS or visit karmanos.org.