Roxborough Memorial Hospital Earns Top Marks on Social Responsibility Ranking
Roxborough Memorial Hospital recognized for delivering health equity and high value care in addition to great clinical outcomes
Philadelphia, PA (July 10, 2026) —Roxborough Memorial Hospital has proudly earned an “A” grade on the 2026 Lown Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility, positioning it among the top hospitals nationally for its comprehensive commitment to health equity, value, and outcomes.
The Lown Hospitals Index is the only national ranking that evaluates how equitably care is delivered, how well hospitals invest in their communities, and whether patients receive high-value care that avoids unnecessary procedures, alongside traditional measures like clinical outcomes and patient safety. More than 50 metrics contribute to a hospital’s overall score.
Shawn Parekh, CEO of Roxborough Memorial Hospital, commented, “This recognition underscores our dedication to providing healthcare that is not only exceptional but also equitable and accessible to all members of our community. We are proud of our team’s commitment to these values.”
He further stated, “Our efforts to continually enhance the quality of care and strengthen community ties are reflected in this honor. We remain steadfast in our mission to deliver outstanding, compassionate care to our patients.”
Roxborough Memorial Hospital has consistently been recognized for excellence with the following accolades:
- 2023-2024: Lown Institute Award for outstanding social responsibility, receiving an “A” grade in the Lown Institute Hospitals Index through strong performance across metrics of health equity, patient outcomes, and value of care.
- 2024-2025: Lown Institute Award as one of the most socially responsible hospitals in America, receiving “A” grades in Equity, Value, and Outcomes.
- 2025-2026: Lown Institute Award for being one of the most socially responsible hospitals in America, achieving “A” grades in Health Equity, Value of Care, Patient Outcomes, Clinical Outcomes, Inclusivity, Pay Equity, and Cost Efficiency.
- 2025-2026: Ranked in the Top 5 in Pennsylvania for the most socially responsible and inclusive hospitals in America by the Lown Institute Hospitals Index.
“The Lown Index takes a comprehensive look at who hospitals are—their outcomes, their value, their commitment to community,” said Vikas Saini, MD, president of the Lown Institute. “An ‘A’ in social responsibility means a hospital has met high standards across the board.”
Roxborough Memorial Hospital is committed to advancing healthcare practices and fostering community engagement, making a significant impact on the lives of those it serves.
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Roxborough Memorial Hospital: Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 146-bed community hospital. The hospital has been serving the medical and health care needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls and northwest section of Philadelphia communities for more than a century, having first opened its doors in 1890. Roxborough Memorial Hospitals School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation’s oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. As a member of Prime Healthcare Services, headquartered in Ontario, California, Roxborough Memorial Hospital is focused on becoming one of the leaders in technology. For more information, please visit www.roxboroughmemorial.com.
About Prime Healthcare and the Prime Healthcare Foundation: Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system operating 55 hospitals and more than 360 outpatient locations in 15 states, providing over 3.0 million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation’s leading health systems, with nearly 60,000 employees and physicians. Twenty-one of the Prime Healthcare hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity. Based in Ontario, California, Prime Healthcare is nationally recognized for award-winning quality care and has been named a 10 Top and 15 Top Health System by Truven Health Analytics. Its hospitals have been named among the nation’s “100 Top Hospitals” 69 times and have received more Patient Safety Excellence Awards from Healthgrades than any other health system in the past eight years. To learn more about Prime Healthcare, visit: www.primehealthcare.com. To learn more about Prime Healthcare Foundation, visit: www.primehealthcarefoundation.org or visit https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Prime-Healthcare_FACTS_04-14-2026.pdf
About the Lown Institute: The Lown Institute is an independent think tank advocating bold ideas for a just and caring system for health. We envision a healthcare system focused on what’s best for people, like hospitals caring for those most in need, patients living without fear of financial distress, and health professionals finding joy in their roles. The Lown Hospitals Index is a signature project of the Institute.
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Regional Director of Marketing and Communications
Office: 215.785.9817
MAliprantis@primehealthcare.com
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