TACOMA, Wash. — MultiCare Yakima Memorial has been named to the “Becker’s Hospital Review” 2026 list of “Great Community Hospitals.”
Yakima Memorial was recognized as the only Level III adult and pediatric trauma center serving a three-county region. Its emergency department cares for nearly 86,000 patients each year. The hospital also earned the Washington State Hospital Association’s “Achieving Best Care” award in back-to-back years for improving patient safety.
“This honor belongs to our teams, whose commitment to patient safety and day-to-day excellence made it possible,” said Tammy Buyok, president of Yakima Memorial and Yakima region market leader. “Their work — whether at the bedside or supporting patients in other roles — helps ensure people in our region can access the care they need. I’m incredibly proud to serve alongside a team so dedicated to their community.”
Hospitals on the “Great Community Hospitals” list show that accessible, affordable care close to home is more than just a goal — it’s a promise to their communities. Working within real-world resource constraints, these hospitals deliver expert clinical care, drive local innovation and serve as economic cornerstones for the regions they serve.
The Becker’s Hospital Review editorial team curated the list based on nominations and research to highlight community hospitals nationwide.
View the full list of hospitals here.
Note: Becker’s Healthcare developed this list based on nominations and editorial research. Inclusion is not paid and does not constitute an endorsement. The list is not exhaustive and is presented in alphabetical order.
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