Two hospitals within the Sutter Health Plus network have been named 2016-2017 Consumer Choice Award winners by National Research Corporation. Memorial Medical Center-Modesto and St. Joseph’s Medical Center-Stockton were recognized among the 24 most-preferred hospitals by consumers in California.

The award recognizes U.S. hospitals that health care consumers identify as providing quality health care services, preferred doctors and nurses, and a respected image and reputation in their respective markets. Winners are selected from a nationwide consumer health care profile, Market Insights from National Research Corporation.

From the households surveyed, hospitals named by consumers are analyzed and ranked based on their Core Based Statistical Areas (CBSAs) as defined by the U.S. Census Bureau, with the winning facilities being ranked the highest.

For more information, visit National Research Corporation.