2026 Castle Connolly recognition highlights excellence in orthopedic surgery and several procedures, including knee replacement, hip replacement and spine surgery
INDIANAPOLIS—OrthoIndy, an Indianapolis-based orthopedic practice specializing in bone, joint, spine and muscle care, is proud to announce that OrthoIndy Hospital has been recognized as a nationwide leader in patient care. OrthoIndy Hospital earned a spot on the 2026 Castle Connolly Top Hospitals list.
In addition to being named a Top Hospital, OrthoIndy Hospital achieved national excellence for specific procedures, including knee replacement, hip replacement and spine surgery. The hospital was also recognized for specialty excellence in orthopedic surgery within Indiana.
The recognition reflects OrthoIndy Hospital’s continued focus on delivering highly specialized orthopedic care across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and procedures. From helping patients regain mobility through hip and knee replacement surgery to treating complex spine conditions, OrthoIndy physicians and care teams work to provide coordinated, patient-centered care designed to help individuals return to the activities they enjoy most.
“Being recognized by Castle Connolly as one of the nation’s Top Hospitals is an honor that reflects the dedication of our physicians and team members who care for patients every day,” said Dr. Matthew Lavery, president and CEO of OrthoIndy. “This recognition reinforces our commitment to delivering outstanding orthopedic care – incorporating advanced surgical techniques, minimally invasive approaches when appropriate and comprehensive recovery support tailored to each patient’s needs.”
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals recognizes the nation’s leading healthcare institutions. The 2026 list includes 1,663 Top Hospitals, selected from more than 6,000 hospitals nationwide. These hospitals were evaluated for their overall excellence, as well as their performance in six specialties and nineteen procedures.
The recognition is based on a comprehensive, outcomes-driven methodology, which combines recent all-payor outcomes data with Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor evaluations, focused on clinical expertise. This approach provides a clear, data-informed view of where high-quality care is being delivered today.
“Our goal is to make complex healthcare decisions easier for patients and their healthcare providers,” said Steve Leibforth, managing director at Castle Connolly. “By combining current outcomes data with the vetted expertise of Top Doctors, we highlight hospitals that truly excel in specific procedures, supporting patients in their most critical healthcare decisions.”
According to recent research by Castle Connolly, nearly 60% of consumers indicate that hospital rankings influence their choice of care – highlighting the growing importance of trusted, accessible quality measures.
To learn more about OrthoIndy Hospital, and its nationally recognized orthopedic care, visit orthoindy.com.
