PITTSBURGH – UPMC has again been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere Institute.

UPMC is one of 136 honorees recognized for 2024, spanning across 44 industries and 20 countries, and the only organization recognized in the integrated health care systems category.

This is UPMC’s sixth consecutive recognition by Ethisphere, which is a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Its Most Ethical designation is reserved for a select number of companies with exceptional programs and a commitment to advancing business integrity.

“We are pleased to again be recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Company. As the only integrated health system to receive this designation, this reaffirms our commitment to our patients and members — those who trust us to provide them with the very best whole-person care,” said Diane Holder, president and CEO, UPMC Health Plan. “It also reflects the hard work and dedication of our employees to ethical standards and integrity.”

“It’s always inspiring to recognize the World’s Most Ethical Companies. Through the rigorous review process, we see the dedication of these organizations to continually improve their ethics, compliance, and governance practices to the benefit of all stakeholders,” said Erica Salmon Byrne, Ethisphere chief strategy officer and executive chair. “Companies that elevate best-in-class cultures of ethics and integrity set a standard for corporate citizenship for their peers and competitors. Congratulations to UPMC for achieving this honor and demonstrating that strong ethics is good business.”

Visit Ethisphere’s website for the full list of 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies.