Located in Birmingham, Ala., UAB is one of the leading academic medical centers in Alabama. The center provides treatment for heart and vascular diseases. It is one of the largest centers for patient care, research and training across the United States. As a University hospital, UAB Hospital is a major center for clinical research. It has association with UAB Medical West and the Baptist Health Montgomery. U.S. News & World Report features UAB Hospital among 'America's best hospitals' in its 2010-2011 rankings.