Seven Madrid Hospitals Among World's Best for Innovation and Technology

The Newsweek ranking recognizes the commitment to AI, robotics, and telemedicine at centers like La Paz, 12 de Octubre, and Gregorio Marañón.

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Seven public hospitals in the Community of Madrid have been recognized among the World's Best Smart Hospitals 2027, according to Newsweek magazine's ranking that highlights innovation and cutting-edge technology.

The international classification, which evaluates 410 centers from 33 countries, acknowledges the incorporation of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, telemedicine, and advanced data analysis in healthcare. Madrid's public healthcare system has a notable representation on this list.
Among the recognized centers, La Paz Hospital climbs 56 positions to rank 24th, leading Spanish hospitals on the list. They are followed by 12 de Octubre (62nd) and Gregorio Marañón (92nd), both also within the top 100.
Further down the list are Clínico San Carlos (147th), which advances seven positions; Ramón y Cajal (162nd), after moving up 87 places; Fundación Jiménez Díaz (169th), which rises 108; and Infanta Leonor (314th), which progresses eight spots.
The US magazine emphasizes how these healthcare organizations leverage digital transformation to improve diagnostics, offer personalized care, and optimize hospital management.
Based on information from the official source: Comunidad de Madrid — Notas de prensa (26/10/2026)