2026 Women's Choice Award

Wood County Hospital been recognized by the Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics and America’s Best Hospitals for Outpatient Experience for 2026—a distinction that places the hospital among a select group of top-performing hospitals nationwide.

For local families, this recognition means something simple but important: nationally recognized care is available right here, close to home.

These honors are part of a broader pattern of recognition Wood County Hospital has earned over the recent years for quality, patient experience and clinical excellence. Together, the awards reinforce the hospital’s commitment to delivering care that patients can trust.

The Women’s Choice Award is the only national hospital designation that evaluates clinical quality alongside patient satisfaction and the healthcare preferences of women, who make most healthcare decisions for their families. The award serves as an independent validation that patients receive high-quality care in an environment that prioritizes safety, communication and experience.

Excellence in Orthopedic Care
The Best Hospitals for Orthopedics designation recognizes hospitals that demonstrate strong outcomes, a commitment to patient safety and high levels of patient satisfaction. For the Bowling Green community, that translates to orthopedic care focused on restoring movement, reducing pain and helping patients return to the activities that matter most to them.

Wood County Hospital’s orthopedic program offers a full range of services — from joint replacement and sports medicine to spine care, fracture treatment, advanced imaging and rehabilitation — allowing patients to receive comprehensive care without traveling far from home.

Outstanding Outpatient Experience
The Best Hospitals for Outpatient Experience designation highlights hospitals that excel in coordination, communication and overall patient experience as more care shifts to outpatient settings.

Wood County Hospital was recognized for providing outpatient care that is efficient, well-coordinated and centered on the patient — from scheduling and check-in through recovery and follow-up. These efforts help reduce stress, improve communication and ensure patients feel informed and supported throughout their care journey.

A Reflection of Community Trust
“This recognition is just one more example of what our patients tell us every day: they value receiving high-quality care from people they know and trust,” said Stan Korducki, WCH President. “Earning both the Orthopedics and Outpatient Experience awards is a testament to our physicians, caregivers and staff who are committed to delivering excellent care while keeping patients and families at the center of every decision.” 

To qualify for these awards, hospitals must meet rigorous criteria based on national patient satisfaction data, clinical performance measures and accreditation standards. Only a small percentage of hospitals nationwide earn Women’s Choice Award recognition each year.