Also Recognized with National Patient Experience Award
Fort Kent, Maine — Northern Maine Medical Center (NMMC) has been named one of the Top Five Best-in-State Hospitals for 2026 by Newsweek, an honor that places the organization among the most trusted and high-performing healthcare institutions in Maine. In addition to this prestigious ranking, NMMC also received a National Patient Experience Award, recognizing its commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
These accolades highlight NMMC’s dedication to clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and an unwavering focus on the needs of patients and families in northern Maine and beyond.
“We are incredibly honored to be recognized as one of the top hospitals in the state by Newsweek, and to receive a national award for patient experience,” said Jeff Zewe, President and CEO of NMMC. “These achievements are a direct reflection of the extraordinary commitment, skill, and compassion shown by every single team member at NMMC—from our frontline clinicians to our support staff. I couldn’t be prouder of their hard work, their integrity, and their deep dedication to the health and well-being of our community.”
The Newsweek Best-in-State Hospitals rankings are based on a rigorous methodology that includes patient satisfaction survey data and hospital quality metrics. The Patient Experience Award further reflects consistently high marks from patients in areas such as communication, responsiveness, and overall care experience.
This recognition reinforces NMMC’s role as a leading provider of rural healthcare, delivering world-class care while staying deeply connected to the unique needs of its local population.
