Willis Knighton Health (which includes North, South, Bossier, Pierremont and Rehabilitation locations) has been recognized as a High Performing Hospital for 2025-26 by U.S. News & World Report. It is the highest performing hospital in Northwest Louisiana.
The annual Procedures & Conditions ratings are designed to assist patients and their healthcare providers in making informed decisions about where to receive care for challenging health conditions or elective procedures.
In its most recent listing Willis Knighton earned a “High Performing” rating for 11 adult procedures and conditions: colon cancer surgery; gynecological cancer surgery; leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma; heart bypass surgery; heart failure; pacemaker implantation; stroke; hip replacement; hip fracture; knee replacement; and spinal fusion. Earlier in the year Willis Knighton had been designated as a high performing institution for maternity care (uncomplicated pregnancy).
“We’re honored to see our healthcare team’s hard work recognized,” said Jaf Fielder, president and CEO of Willis Knighton Health. “This is a true reflection of the dedication and care our doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and support staff bring to their work every day. We’re always striving to improve and provide the very best for our community—offering cutting-edge technology and compassionate care to the people we serve.”
For the 2025-26 ratings, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,400 hospitals nationwide in 15 adult specialties and 22 procedures and conditions; only one third of them earned an award. U.S. News analyzed each hospital’s performance based on objective measures such as risk-adjusted mortality rates, preventable complications and level of nursing care.