We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report.
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report, earning a #1 ranking in the Washington metropolitan area.
For more than one hundred years, patients in the region have trusted us with their care from the basic to the most complex. The Verstandig Pavilion ensures we will continue to deliver world-class-care offering the latest medical advancements while remaining on the forefront of medicine.
Creating an environment of personalized care
At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, we’re committed to creating an environment of personalized care focused on the unique needs of our patients. Our physicians—many of them fellowship-trained—are nationally and internationally renowned for their expertise, as well as for their innovative approaches from diagnosis to treatments.
Ranked as one of the region’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, our highly-specialized and multidisciplinary teams provide a full range of medical and surgical services for patients with routine and complex diseases. In addition, MedStar Georgetown was the first hospital in Washington, D.C., to receive Magnet® recognition for demonstrating excellence in nursing care. Since then, we have been re-designated four times given our outstanding commitment and dedication to our patients from our world-class nursing staff.
As we continue caring for people and advancing health, we remain on the forefront of healthcare delivery with the opening of our new Verstandig Pavilion. Nearly 477,000 square feet, the Pavilion houses 31 state-of-the-art operating rooms, 32 private rooms in a modern and expanded Emergency department, 3 levels of underground parking, and 156 private patient rooms designed to support patients and their loved ones. When time is of the essence, a helipad atop the Pavilion enables direct and immediate access to the appropriate point of care.
Founded in the Jesuit principle of cura personalis, caring for the whole person, MedStar Georgetown is dedicated to focusing on the full needs of our patients and their families that go beyond their immediate healthcare needs and providing the comfort they need to help them heal. This philosophy empowers our associates to work together to provide holistic care, as well as a trusting and compassionate environment.
Centers of excellence and healthcare services
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Transplant (MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute)
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Cancer services (MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute)
Awards and recognition
- U.S. News and World Report
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Magnet® Recognition for Excellence in Nursing
- National Accreditation from the Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons
- Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence
- Nationally Recognized in Maternity Care
- MedStar Georgetown Awarded FACT Accreditation
- Huntington’s Disease Center of Excellence
- The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check Mark for Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers
- Apex Recognition for Commitment to Excellence in Respiratory Care by American Association for Respiratory Care
- First Patient Blood Management Certification
- Prism Award
- Beacon Award
- National Accreditation for Breast Center
- National Pancreas Foundation Center of Excellence
- Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
- American College of Radiology Accredited Facility
Visiting our hospital
Located right next to Georgetown University, our hospital is easily accessible by public transportation or by car. We offer two parking garages for patients and visitors, as well as limited valet parking and wheelchair assistance. View our parking directory.
Patient and visitor information
Providing a safe, comfortable environment for our patients, their loved ones, and our staff is essential to our commitment to delivering world-class care. Read about our up-to-date visitor policy, dining options, nearby hotel accommodations, and more.
Patient experience
Our commitment to our mission of providing physical and spiritual comfort to our patients and their families makes MedStar Georgetown a very special place to receive care. Learn more about what to expect when you visit us for care.
Insurance
MedStar Health participates with most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to make sure your plan is covered.
Our Services
Meet our leaders
The leaders of MedStar Georgetown are fully committed to supporting our mission of expert and compassionate patient care.
Meet our providers
Our physicians, many of them fellowship-trained, are nationally and internationally renowned for their expertise.
Commitment to Health Equity
Health inequities reflect a complex web of systemic factors that exist nationally and can negatively impact the health of historically marginalized communities.
We believe every person deserves an equal opportunity to achieve their highest level of health, and we will be bold in addressing health inequities impacting our communities by ensuring an inclusive experience, delivering high-quality and safe care equitably, and giving support to those who face social barriers to living their healthiest life possible.
Commitment to Patient Safety
At MedStar Health, we are committed to delivering the highest levels of quality and safety to our patients. Your safety is our number one focus, and we know that focus will also result in the highest quality of care.
Patient stories
Explore our medical education opportunities
As an academic medical center, our hospital is committed to training the next generation of physicians and clinical leaders through our graduate medical education program.
Emergency Medicine Residency Program
See a full list of our residency programs.
See a full list of our fellowship programs.
Frequently asked questions
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Where is MedStar Georgetown University Hospital located?
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is located at 3800 Reservoir Road Northwest, in Washington, D.C., right next to Georgetown University and we are accessible by car or public transportation, including the Metrobus D94 Bus.
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What advanced technologies are available at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital?
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is at the forefront of medical advancements. Our Verstandig Pavilion features state-of-the-art operating rooms and the latest technologies for diagnosis and treatment, ensuring that patients requiring surgery receive the most innovative care available in the region.
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Does MedStar Georgetown University Hospital accept my insurance?
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital participates with most major health insurance plans. To ensure your specific plan is accepted, we recommend contacting your insurance company before your visit.
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Does MedStar Georgetown University Hospital have parking for patients and visitors?
Yes. MedStar Georgetown University Hospital offers two parking garages, limited valet parking, and wheelchair assistance for patients and visitors. For valet parking, please use Entrance 2. For non-valet parking, please view our parking directory to locate parking and entry options.
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What resources are available for patients undergoing cancer treatment?
At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, we offer extensive resources for cancer patients, including the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute, in partnership with the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive care, support services, and access to clinical trials to ensure you receive the best possible treatment during your journey.
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What healthcare services are available at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C.?
MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute offers the complete spectrum of care from evaluation and medical management to cutting-edge surgery and transplant procedures. We provide hope and life-restoring treatments for patients with end-stage organ failure. We are one of the highest volume organ transplant surgery programs in the country. MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute brings together many of the nation’s renowned cancer specialists into one powerful program, in partnership with Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. By combining the expertise of leading physicians, the latest therapies, and the innovation that comes out of cutting-edge research studies, we offer adult and pediatric patients the best possible cancer care. We have a nationally recognized gastroenterology team. MedStar Health neurosurgeons are internationally recognized leaders in brain and spine surgical care. We are a trauma center of excellence, and our specialists unite decades of expertise with the latest medical knowledge to treat even the most complex and rare brain, spine, and vascular conditions. Additional services include breast health, cardiology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, urology, and women’s health, among others.
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What is MedStar Georgetown University Hospital’s reputation?
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital has a strong regional and national reputation. We have been routinely recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top-ranking, high performing hospital across multiple care specialties among the nation and the Washington metropolitan
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Is MedStar Georgetown University Hospital a teaching hospital?
Yes. MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute care teaching and research hospital located next to Georgetown University. The hospital is known for advanced specialty care, research, and medical education. The hospital’s mission of providing physical and spiritual comfort to our patients and their families in the Jesuit tradition of cura personalis – care of the whole person - makes MedStar Georgetown a special place to receive care.
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What sets the healthcare at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital apart?
Founded in the Jesuit principle of cura personalis—caring for the whole person—we are committed to offering a variety of advanced diagnostic and treatment options within a compassionate, patient-centered environment.