Mount Sinai Climbs to No. 3 Globally on World's Best Smart Hospitals List with AI-Driven Initiatives

Mount Sinai Achieves Global Recognition for AI in Healthcare

Mount Sinai Hospital has secured the No. 3 position worldwide on Newsweek's World's Best Smart Hospitals list, climbing two places from No. 5 in the previous year.1

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The hospital maintained its No. 1 ranking in New York State for the second consecutive year, while Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai West ranked No. 7 in the state.2

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This recognition positions Mount Sinai as a global leader in technology and AI and digital innovation, demonstrating how smart hospitals are reshaping patient care through responsible AI adoption.

AI-Powered Model Transforms Delirium Detection

Mount Sinai researchers developed and deployed an AI-powered model that analyzes electronic health records data and clinical notes to identify hospitalized patients age 60 and older who face high-risk delirium.1

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Delirium can lead to serious complications and prolonged hospital stays, making early detection critical for patient care outcomes. The model integrates directly into clinical workflows, alerting specialized care teams to patients who may benefit from further assessment and intervention. In a study involving more than 32,000 hospital admissions, the tool was associated with a more than fourfold increase in delirium detection and a reduction in inappropriate medication use in older adults.2

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This AI-driven initiative demonstrates how technology can help clinicians identify vulnerable patients sooner and support more targeted, evidence-based clinical care.

Digital Symptom-Triage Tool Enhances Patient Access

Beyond hospital walls, Mount Sinai is using AI in healthcare to help patients navigate the health care system before they arrive for appointments. The digital symptom-triage tool, Check Symptoms & Get Care, is available through the Mount Sinai website and MyMountSinai mobile app.1

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The tool guides users through a symptom assessment and recommends next steps, including the type of care they may need. By helping patients identify appropriate care options, this AI-driven initiative offers another way to improve access, support informed decisions, and make more efficient use of clinical resources. The tool represents a shift toward proactive patient engagement, allowing individuals greater flexibility in how and when they receive care.

CHIME Recognition Validates Digital Health Excellence

The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) recognized the Mount Sinai Health System with a Level 9 designation, the second-highest level, in both the Acute Care and Ambulatory Care categories for the 2026 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired survey.2

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The internationally recognized benchmarking program assessed more than 44,000 facilities that optimize information technology to improve health care in key areas including clinical quality and safety, analytics and data management, cybersecurity, population health, infrastructure, patient engagement, and innovation. This recognition underscores Mount Sinai's commitment to operational efficiency and excellence in digital health across multiple dimensions of care delivery.

Leadership Perspective on Technology and Innovation

Brendan G. Carr, MD, MA, MS, Chief Executive Officer of Mount Sinai Health System, stated that being ranked No. 3 in the world represents powerful recognition of the work happening across Mount Sinai to redefine what is possible in patient care.1

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He emphasized that as a learning health system, Mount Sinai believes the future of medicine depends on bringing together the best of human expertise and technological innovation. Lisa S. Stump, Chief Digital Information Officer at Mount Sinai Health System and Dean for Information Technology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, noted that the recognition reflects Mount Sinai's leadership in advancing AI and digital innovation to improve patient care.2

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She highlighted that at a time of rapid technological advancement, Mount Sinai is rigorously evaluating emerging AI technologies to ensure they are safe, effective, and deliver meaningful value, helping set the standard for responsible AI adoption.

Integrated Approach Connects Research and Clinical Practice

At Mount Sinai, digital innovation forms an integral part of the Health System's broader mission to connect research, clinical practice, and education. Through investments in technology and collaboration across disciplines, Mount Sinai is using AI and digital tools to support clinical decision-making, enhance care coordination, improve patient access, and help clinicians identify risks earlier.1

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The hospital's nimble, integrated structure brings clinical care, research, and education together, enabling teams to translate innovation into practical benefits for patients and communities. This collaborative approach among hospitals, research laboratories, and schools helps connect scientific discovery with clinical care, enabling teams to develop, evaluate, and refine AI-powered solutions that address real-world challenges in health care delivery. As smart hospitals continue to adopt technologies such as AI, telemedicine, robotic surgery, digital imaging, and smart building systems, Mount Sinai's model demonstrates how institutions can leverage these tools to make care more timely, accessible, and personalized while maintaining rigorous standards for safety and effectiveness.