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Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Achieves Healthgrades 2023 Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™

NOV 10, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling has been recognized by Healthgrades as a 2023 Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ recipient.
Saint Joseph London Nationally Recognized by Healthgrades for Pulmonary and Gastrointestinal Services

NOV 08, 2022

Saint Joseph London has received national recognition by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients, for two of its service lines – named a Five-Star Recipient for treatment of pneumonia and GI bleed.
Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East Nationally Recognized by Healthgrades

NOV 08, 2022

Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East have received national recognition for several service lines, ranking among America’s 100 Best Hospitals in a number of areas and receiving top honors in others.
Saint Joseph Berea Nationally Recognized by Healthgrades for Treatment of Respiratory Failure

NOV 08, 2022

Saint Joseph Berea has received national recognition by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients, as a Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Respiratory Failure.
Dr. Nicole Goodin Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Behavioral Health in Lexington

OCT 28, 2022

Nicole Goodin, MD, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Behavioral Health in Lexington, where she looks forward to helping patients with medication management and treatment for the root causes of mental illness.
Dr. Alexander Hernandez Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Lexington

OCT 25, 2022

Alexander Hernandez, MD, an internal medicine and pediatrics physician, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Lexington, where he looks forward to treating both English- and Spanish-speaking patients.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Raises $33,500 at Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K

OCT 24, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation raised $33,500 during its Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K; the funds will help underinsured and uninsured women across Kentucky access breast and cervical cancer resources.
Candice Fox, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Corbin

OCT 17, 2022

Candice Fox, APRN, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Corbin, where she looks forward to helping patients with a focus on being a resource to families in rural communities.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Reopens Skilled Nursing Unit

OCT 17, 2022

Flaget Memorial Hospital recently reopened its Skilled Nursing Unit, a 12-bed unit that serves patients who need skilled nursing care after a hospital stay.
Dr. Casey Clark Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Winchester

OCT 03, 2022

Casey Clark, MD, a Vanceburg, Kentucky, native with a passion for helping improve health care in his home state, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Winchester.
Bailee Pope, APRN, Joins Cancer Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital

SEP 28, 2022

Bailee Pope, APRN, has joined the CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital.
Zaiba Khan, MD, Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Lexington

SEP 15, 2022

Zaiba Khan, MD, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in the Palomar Centre.
Amanda Vickers, DO, Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Wilmore

SEP 13, 2022

Amanda Vickers, DO, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Primary Care in Wilmore.
Saint Joseph London Plans to Implement ‘No One Dies Alone’ Program

SEP 02, 2022

Saint Joseph London will host informational sessions about a new program that will ensure any patient who is nearing the end of life has someone with them when they die.
Dr. Jacob Trapp Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Lexington

AUG 29, 2022

Jacob Trapp, DO, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in the Palomar Center.
Summer Blair, APRN, Joins CHI Saint Joseph Primary Care in Wilmore

AUG 26, 2022

Summer Mountjoy Blair, APRN, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Wilmore.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Mourns Passing of Jeff Murphy, Vice President for Marketing and Communications

AUG 15, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health is mourning the loss of Jeff Murphy, vice president for Marketing and Communications for the Lexington-based health care system and southeast division vice president for CommonSpirit Health.
Saint Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph East Receive Chest Pain Center Re-accreditation From the American College of Cardiology

AUG 10, 2022

Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East are among a select group of facilities nationwide to receive Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology (ACC).
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Receives Five-Star Rating From Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for Second Consecutive Year

AUG 08, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling is among 429 facilities nationwide and four hospitals in Kentucky to receive a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of its Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings for 2022.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Receives Five-Star Quality Rating From Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

AUG 08, 2022

Flaget Memorial Hospital is among 429 facilities nationwide and four hospitals in Kentucky to receive a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of its Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings for 2022.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Announces Return of Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K

AUG 08, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation is proud to announce its Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K is again back in person to bring together and celebrate local cancer survivors.
Saint Joseph London Foundation Awarded More Than $600,000 for Safe Child Initiative

AUG 04, 2022

The Saint Joseph London Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph London, has received a $607,726 grant from the CommonSpirit Health Mission and Ministry Fund to help equip local parents and guardians with healthy parenting skills.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Receives More Than $484,000 to Support Local At-Risk Youth

AUG 04, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East, has received a $484,048 grant from CommonSpirit Health’s Mission and Ministry Fund to expand its “Creating Safer Neighborhoods” program.
Roberto Cardarelli, DO, MHA, MPH, FAAFP, Named Chief Medical Officer for Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East

AUG 01, 2022

Roberto Cardarelli, DO, MHA, MPH, FAAFP, has been named chief medical officer (CMO) for Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East. He joins the hospitals in that role Aug. 1.
Saint Joseph Berea Receives $12,000 Grant to Purchase Vein Finders for Pediatric Emergency Department and Outpatient Laboratory Patients

JUL 27, 2022

The Saint Joseph Berea Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph Berea, has received a $12,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will be used to help improve the facility’s emergency department equipment for pediatric patients.
Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East Receives $100,000 Grant to Purchase Equipment for Labor and Delivery Care

JUL 27, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of the Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East, has received a $100,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will be used to purchase equipment to benefit newborns in the Lexington area.
Flaget Birth Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital Receives $35,000 Grant to Purchase Equipment for Labor and Delivery Care

JUL 27, 2022

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation, on behalf of the Flaget Memorial Hospital, has received a $35,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will be used to purchase vital new equipment to better serve newborns at the hospital.
Saint Joseph London Receives $21,000 Grant to Improve Infant Care in Emergency Department and Birthing Center

JUL 27, 2022

The Saint Joseph London Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph London, has received a $21,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will help improve the hospital’s infant care within the emergency department and birthing center.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Receives $40,000 Grant to Purchase Equipment for Hospital’s Birth Center

JUL 27, 2022

The Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, has received a $40,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children to help improve comfort and care of the facility’s newborn patients.
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East as “High Performing” Hospitals in Latest National Rankings

JUL 26, 2022

Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East have been named High Performing Hospitals for 2022-23 by U.S. News & World Report, a global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Reminds Lexington Area to Stay Safe This Summer

JUL 25, 2022

The peak of summer has arrived, bringing outdoor fun and activities, but also extreme temperatures and escalated risk factors. CHI Saint Joseph Health encourages everyone – no matter their age – to make safety a priority this summer.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Achieves Stroke Ready Certification Through Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC)

JUL 20, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling has once again achieved Stroke Ready Certification through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC). The ACHC has recertified Saint Joseph Mount Sterling for the next three years.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Receives More Than $260,000 for Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! Programs

JUL 12, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of the Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! programs, has received a $261,384 grant that will be used to help increase the early detection of breast and cervical cancer for patients across Kentucky.
Saint Joseph Berea Among Top 20 Most Socially Responsible Hospitals of 2022 in U.S.

JUL 12, 2022

Saint Joseph Berea has been recognized as one of the most socially responsible hospitals nationwide by the Lown Institute. The hospital ranked 13th on the list of top 20 hospitals in 2022 by the nonpartisan group.
Saint Joseph London Earns Ninth ENERGY STAR Certification; Outperforms Similar U.S. Buildings on Measure of Energy Efficiency

JUL 12, 2022

For the ninth straight year, Saint Joseph London has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy performance.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Reminds Nelson County Area to Stay Safe This Summer

JUL 11, 2022

The peak of summer has arrived, bringing outdoor fun and activities, but also extreme temperatures and escalated risk factors. CHI Saint Joseph Health encourages everyone – no matter their age – to make safety a priority this summer.
Saint Joseph London Opens Humankindness Haven to Assist Patients in Need

JUL 08, 2022

Saint Joseph London has opened a “Humankindness Haven” to provide assistance to patients in need who are being discharged from the hospital.
Stephanie Howard Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center at Blazer

JUL 01, 2022

Stephanie Howard, APRN, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center at Blazer Parkway in medical oncology.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations Raise More Than $260,000 During Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

JUL 01, 2022

The CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations’ statewide “Evening of Hope” fundraising event has raised more than $260,000 on Saturday, June 18, with more gifts continuing to be made.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Opens Humankindness Haven to Assist Patients in Need

JUN 30, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling opened a “Humankindness Haven” on June 28 to provide assistance to patients in need who are being discharged from the hospital.
Danielle McPeak Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Lexington

JUN 28, 2022

Danielle McPeak, DNP, APRN, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Behavioral Health in Lexington.
Saint Joseph London Awarded Shoulder Joint Replacement Certification From The Joint Commission

JUN 23, 2022

Saint Joseph London has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Shoulder Joint Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
Dr. Brett Akers Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in London

JUN 22, 2022

Brett Akers, DO, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Urology in London.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Recognized on the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List this Year

JUN 21, 2022

Flaget Memorial Hospital was recently named as a top employer on the 18th Annual “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list, earning a spot as #33 on the list in the medium-sized category.
Saint Joseph London Recognized on the 2022 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

JUN 20, 2022

Saint Joseph London was recently named as a top employer on the 18th Annual “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list, earning a spot as #16 on the list in the large-sized category.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders June 16

JUN 17, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling on June 16 held a “Blessing of the Rigs” event to honor and bless first responders in the Bardstown area, and recognize their dedication to the local community each day.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders June 16

JUN 17, 2022

Flaget Memorial Hospital on June 16 held a “Blessing of the Rigs” event to honor and bless first responders in the Bardstown area, and recognize their dedication to the local community each day.
Saint Joseph London Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders June 16

JUN 17, 2022

Saint Joseph London on June 16 held a “Blessing of the Rigs” event to honor and bless first responders in the Bardstown area, and recognize their dedication to the local community each day.
Saint Joseph Berea Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders June 16

JUN 17, 2022

Saint Joseph Berea on June 16 held a “Blessing of the Rigs” event to honor and bless first responders in the Bardstown area, and recognize their dedication to the local community each day.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in London Encourages Annual Wellness Screenings During Men’s Health Month

JUN 15, 2022

With Men’s Health Month officially underway, CHI Saint Joseph Health encourages men across Kentucky to make their health a priority and schedule their annual screenings and wellness exams.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Berea Encourages Annual Wellness Screenings During Men’s Health Month

JUN 15, 2022

With Men’s Health Month officially underway, CHI Saint Joseph Health encourages men across Kentucky to make their health a priority and schedule their annual screenings and wellness exams.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations Announces Silent Auction for ‘Evening of Hope’

JUN 06, 2022

The CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations’ “Evening of Hope” virtual silent auction will go live on Thursday, June 9, at 6 p.m. with 180 individual items valued at more than $65,000, and close on Saturday, June 18, at 9:30 p.m.
Jessica McMaine Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Winchester

JUN 03, 2022

Jessica McMaine, APRN, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Winchester.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Selects Five Local Students to Receive 2022 Scholarship Awards

JUN 03, 2022

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Auxiliary recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship to five local high school graduates pursuing a degree or career in the medical field or related disciplines.
Brandi Botkin Joins CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center in Lexington

JUN 03, 2022

Brandi Botkin, APRN, FNP-C, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center in Lexington in radiation oncology.
Kayla Albright Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in Winchester

JUN 01, 2022

Kayla Albright, FNP-C, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Winchester.
Robert Harris Joins Team at CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics

MAY 27, 2022

Robert Harris, PA-C, CNMT, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics as an orthopedic physician assistant.
CHI Saint Joseph Health, Kentucky State University Form Alliance to Increase Number of Nurses in Kentucky

MAY 25, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health today announced plans to invest $2.5 million in tuition assistance and program support of the Kentucky State University School of Nursing over the next five years.
Saint Joseph Hospital, Continuing Care Hospital Earn Kentucky Hospital Association Quality Awards; Hospital Volunteers Recognized for Maze Fidget Devices for Patients

MAY 23, 2022

Saint Joseph Hospital, Continuing Care Hospital and the Volunteer Guild at Saint Joseph Hospital have all received awards from the Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) for their commitment to patient care and safety.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Board Chair Awarded Health Care Governance Award From Kentucky Hospital Association

MAY 23, 2022

Martha Jones, chair of the CHI Saint Joseph Health Board of Directors, received the Kentucky Hospital Association’s Health Care Governance Leadership Award during the organization’s annual convention on May 18, 2022.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation Receives $2.2 Million Grant From Legacy Foundation of Kentuckiana

MAY 18, 2022

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation, on behalf of Flaget Memorial Hospital, has received a $2.2 million grant from the Legacy Foundation of Kentuckiana to enhance care at CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital.
Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Saint Joseph East Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary

APR 21, 2022

The CHI Saint Joseph Health – Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Saint Joseph East is celebrating two decades of patient service.
Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Saint Joseph East Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary

APR 21, 2022

The CHI Saint Joseph Health – Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Saint Joseph East is celebrating two decades of patient service.
Saint Joseph Berea Opens Humankindness Haven to Assist Patients in Need

APR 19, 2022

Saint Joseph Berea has opened a “Humankindness Haven” to provide assistance to patients in need who are being discharged from the hospital.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Searching for Summer Teen Volunteers to Serve at Local Facilities

APR 04, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health’s 2022 Summer Teen Volunteer Program is accepting applications for teen volunteers to assist at local hospitals this summer.
Saint Joseph Berea Recognizes Medical Surgical Unit Team with DAISY Award

MAR 25, 2022

Saint Joseph Berea has recognized an entire team with a DAISY Award for the first time.
Saint Joseph London Foundation Plans Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

MAR 24, 2022

The Saint Joseph London Foundation is planning for an “Evening of Hope” on Saturday, June 18, to benefit cancer patients and their families.
Saint Joseph Berea Foundation Plans Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

MAR 24, 2022

The Saint Joseph Berea Foundation is planning for an “Evening of Hope” on Saturday, June 18, to benefit cancer patients and their families.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Plans Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

MAR 24, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation is planning for an “Evening of Hope” on Saturday, June 18, to benefit cancer patients and their families.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Foundation Plans Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

MAR 24, 2022

The Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Foundation is planning for an “Evening of Hope” on Saturday, June 18, to benefit cancer patients and their families.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation Plans Second ‘Evening of Hope’ Event

MAR 24, 2022

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation is planning for an “Evening of Hope” on Saturday, June 18, to benefit cancer patients and their families.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Invites Nursing Students to Learn More about Summer Nurse Extern Program

MAR 23, 2022

Nursing students can “Immerse with a Nurse” and learn more about summer externships with CHI Saint Joseph Health facilities during events later this month.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Achieves Healthgrades 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award™

MAR 15, 2022

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling announced today that it has been recognized by Healthgrades as a 2022 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ recipient.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners Launches Health Benefits Program to Expand Choice for Kentucky Employers

MAR 14, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, a care management company, has launched a health benefits program to expand choice for employers across Kentucky.
Saint Joseph London Recognized for Third Consecutive Year on “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

MAR 02, 2022

Saint Joseph London has earned a place on the "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" list for the third consecutive year. Each year, the list identifies and recognizes Kentucky’s best employers.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners Recognized for the First Time on “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

MAR 02, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners has earned a place on the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Recognized on the 2022 “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

MAR 02, 2022

Flaget Memorial Hospital has been recognized as a top employer on the 18th Annual “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Receives $25,000 for Oncology Dental Care Program

MAR 01, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of CHI Saint Joseph Health’s oncology dental care program, has received a $25,000 grant from the Delta Dental of Kentucky Foundation to help improve the oral health of local cancer patients.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Encourages Kentuckians to Assess Their Heart Health during American Heart Month and Beyond

FEB 24, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health encourages people across the Commonwealth to assess their heart health.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Receives More Than $24,000 for Yes, Mamm! Program

FEB 17, 2022

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of the Yes, Mamm! program, has received a $24,164.87 grant from the Lexington Cancer Foundation to purchase a new biopsy system that will detect breast cancer earlier and help improve life expectancy.
Saint Joseph Hospital Named One of Healthgrades 2022 America’s 250 Best Hospitals; Only Hospital in Kentucky to Receive Distinction Four Years in Row

FEB 08, 2022

Saint Joseph Hospital has again been named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals™, placing it in the top 5 percent of hospitals in the country and designating it an overall leader in clinical excellence, according to Healthgrades.
Saint Joseph London Now Offers Leadless Pacemakers

FEB 01, 2022

Saint Joseph London recently began offering a leadless pacemaker for patients who need help controlling their heartbeat.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation Receives More Than $223,000 for “Telehealth Solutions for Rural Kentucky”

JAN 20, 2022

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation has received $223,879.09 from the American Rescue Plan SHIP (Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program) COVID-19 Testing and Mitigation Program.
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Foundation Receives More than $223,000 for “Telehealth Solutions for Rural Kentucky”

JAN 20, 2022

The Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Foundation has received $223,879.09 from the American Rescue Plan SHIP (Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program) COVID-19 Testing and Mitigation Program.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Receives More Than $400,000 for “Telehealth Solutions for Rural Kentucky”

JAN 20, 2022

The CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations has received $403,191 from the Federal Communications Commission Telehealth COVID-19 Round Two Program.
Jones Named President of CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group

JAN 12, 2022

CHI Saint Joseph Health CEO Anthony Houston, Ed.D., recently announced that Carmel Jones has been appointed president of the CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group, effective December 27, 2021.
Brady Dale Promoted to Vice President of Operations at Saint Joseph London

DEC 16, 2021

Saint Joseph London has announced that Brady Dale, director of cardio-ancillary services, has been promoted to vice president of operations.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Recognizes Outstanding Staff With 2021 Employee, Leader of the Year Awards

DEC 15, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital has announced its 2021 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year award recipients. Elizabeth "Lynn" Howard, RN, is the Employee of the Year, and Jeffrey Whitney, manager, Respiratory Care, is Leader of the Year
Saint Joseph London Recertified by The Joint Commission and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons for Total Hip and Knee Replacement

DEC 10, 2021

Saint Joseph London has again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Hip and Knee Replacement Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group Honors Outstanding Staff With Employee, Leader of the Year Awards

DEC 10, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group has announced its 2021 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year award recipients. Marilyn Lawson, of Lexington, was named Employee of the Year award, and Melony Douglas, of London, was named Leader of the Year.
Saint Joseph Hospital Recognizes Outstanding Staff With 2021 Employee, Leader of the Year Awards

DEC 07, 2021

Saint Joseph Hospital has announced its 2021 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year. Kayla Isaacs, medical technologist lead, was named Employee of the Year. Marla Whitaker, director, Pharmacy, of Louisville, was named Leader of the Year.
Saint Joseph London Honors Outstanding Staff With Employee, Leader of the Year Awards

DEC 06, 2021

Saint Joseph London has announced its 2021 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year award recipients. Stephanie Taylor, clinical pharmacist, was named the Employee of the Year, and Anna Secrest, manager, Nursing, was named Leader of the Year.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Honors Outstanding Staff With Employee, Leader of the Year Awards for 2021

DEC 06, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health recently announced its 2021 corporate Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year. Sharon Bratcher earned the corporate Employee of the Year award, and Gregory Bodager was recognized as the corporate Leader of the Year.
Saint Joseph Hospital Recognizes 2021 Physician of Year; 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year

NOV 29, 2021

Saint Joseph Hospital recently recognized John Dvorak, MD, as the 2021 Physician of the Year, and James Mullins, APRN, as the 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Recognizes 2021 Physician of the Year; 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year

NOV 29, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health, recently recognized Jon Myers, MD, as its 2021 Physician of the Year, and Katherine Nauert, FNP-C, APRN, as its 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year.
Saint Joseph London Recognizes 2021 Physician of the Year; 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year

NOV 29, 2021

Saint Joseph London recently recognized Patrice Beliveau, MD, as the 2021 Physician of the Year, and Randall Mills, PA-C, as the 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year.
CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group Recognizes 2021 Physician of the Year; 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year

NOV 29, 2021

The CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group recently recognized Aqeel Mandviwala, MD, as the 2021 Physician of the Year and Sabrina Lambert, APRN, as the 2021 Advanced Practice Provider of the Year.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Nationally Recognized With an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade

NOV 10, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital has received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for fall 2021; this is the fourth time in the past three years the hospital has been recognized by Leapfrog.
Saint Joseph London Volunteers Award Scholarships to Local Students

NOV 08, 2021

The Saint Joseph London Volunteers have awarded scholarships to four children of Saint Joseph London employees.
Saint Joseph London Announced as Healthgrades Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Pneumonia and Heart Attack

OCT 20, 2021

Saint Joseph London is 5-star rated for pneumonia and heart attack outcomes according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems.
Saint Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph East Recognized by Healthgrades

OCT 20, 2021

Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East received national recognition for quality of care, ranking among America’s 100 Best Hospitals in a number of areas and receiving top honors in others.
Saint Joseph London Honors Employees with DAISY and BEE Awards

OCT 14, 2021

Saint Joseph London has named its DAISY Award and BEE Award winners for the first quarter of 2022. Cindy Barger, Progressive Care Unit, of London, received the DAISY Award, and Nicole Day, Emergency Department, of London, received the BEE Award.
Dr. Abdul Hasan Siddiqui Joins CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in London

OCT 07, 2021

Abdul Hasan Siddiqui, MD, FACP, has joined CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group – Pulmonology in London as a pulmonologist.
Saint Joseph London Plans Community Prayer Service

OCT 07, 2021

Saint Joseph London will hold a candlelight prayer service at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 21, to pray for patients still battling COVID-19, families of those who succumbed to the virus, the health care heroes who continue to care for them and the community
CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations’ Market Director of Proposal Development Recognized by Association for Healthcare Philanthropy

SEP 27, 2021

Janell Samuels, Market Director of Proposal Development, CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations, has been named to the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy’s (AHP) 2021 40 Under 40 list.
Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East Receives $24,000 Grant to Purchase Equipment for Labor and Delivery Care

SEP 21, 2021

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, on behalf of the Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East, has received a $24,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will be used to purchase equipment to benefit newborns in the Lexington area.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Receives nearly $22,000 to Improve Hospital Experiences for Children

SEP 21, 2021

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation, on behalf of Flaget Memorial Hospital, has received a $21,819 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children that will be used to make the emergency department more accommodating for the youngest patients.
Saint Joseph London Receives $40,000 Grant to Improve Labor and Delivery Care

SEP 21, 2021

Saint Joseph London Foundation, on behalf of Saint Joseph London, has received a $40,000 grant from WHAS Crusade for Children to help improve labor and delivery services – ensuring newborns in the London area receive the highest quality care.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Reaccredited by ADCES to Provide Quality Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support

SEP 17, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health has achieved the significant milestone of reaccreditation by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists. Accreditation represents a high level of quality and service to the community.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, CommonSpirit Health, Lead Efforts in Value-Based Care Transition

SEP 14, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, the largest accountable care organization (ACO) in Kentucky, recently announced that it has generated a savings to Medicare for two consecutive years as a participant in the 2020 Medicare Shared Savings Program.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, CommonSpirit Health, Lead Efforts in Value-Based Care Transition

SEP 14, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, the largest accountable care organization (ACO) in Kentucky, recently announced that it has generated a savings to Medicare for two consecutive years as a participant in the 2020 Medicare Shared Savings Program.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, CommonSpirit Health, Lead Efforts in Value-Based Care Transition

SEP 14, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners, the largest accountable care organization (ACO) in Kentucky, recently announced that it has generated a savings to Medicare for two consecutive years as a participant in the 2020 Medicare Shared Savings Program.
Leaders from Saint Joseph London, Baptist Health Corbin Discuss COVID-19 in Southeastern Kentucky

SEP 09, 2021

Hospital leaders from Saint Joseph London and Baptist Health Corbin held a joint press conference on Thursday, Sept. 9, to discuss the impact of COVID-19 at both facilities and within the southeastern Kentucky area.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Inspires Creativity With “Chalk It Up to Humankindness” Initiative

AUG 31, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health is helping spread humankindness and creativity through a chalk art challenge, aiming to paint local communities with positivity.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Honors Employees with DAISY and BEE Awards

AUG 30, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital has named its DAISY and BEE Award winners for the second quarter of 2021. Charlene Rogers, RN, emergency department, of Bardstown, received the DAISY Award and Vicki Lee, Intensive Care Unit, received the BEE Award.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Holds Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K

AUG 23, 2021

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation will bring together and celebrate cancer survivors during its upcoming Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K race in Nicholasville, on Saturday, Oct. 16, at 9 a.m., at the RJ Corman racecourse.
Saint Joseph London Implements $15/hour Minimum Wage for Employees Across Kentucky

AUG 17, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health, including Saint Joseph London and the CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in the London area, has implemented a $15/hour minimum starting wage for all full-time, part-time and temporary employees starting this month.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Implements $15/hour Minimum Wage for Employees Across Kentucky

AUG 17, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health, including Flaget Memorial Hospital and the CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group in the Bardstown area, has implemented a $15/hour minimum starting wage for all full-time, part-time and temporary employees starting this month.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation Announces 2021-22 Board Members

AUG 09, 2021

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation is proud to announce members of the 2021-2022 board of directors, effective July 1. The board will continue to help strengthen Flaget Memorial Hospital’s acclaimed facility and medical services.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Announces New Board Members

AUG 09, 2021

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation is proud to announce members of the 2021-22 board of directors, effective July 1. The board will continue to help strengthen Saint Joseph Hospital’s and Saint Joseph East’s acclaimed hospital and medical services.
Saint Joseph London Foundation Announces New Board Members

AUG 09, 2021

The Saint Joseph London Foundation is proud to announce members of the 2021-2022 board of directors, effective July 1. The board will continue to help strengthen Saint Joseph London’s acclaimed hospital and medical services.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Announces New Board Members

AUG 09, 2021

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation is proud to announce members of the 2021-22 board of directors, effective July 1. The board will continue to help strengthen Saint Joseph Hospital’s and Saint Joseph East’s acclaimed hospital and medical services.
Yes, Mamm! Charity Tennis Event, Featuring Ranked Tennis Players, Will Benefit CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations

JUL 09, 2021

Several ranked tennis stars will participate in the inaugural Yes, Mamm! Charity Tennis Event, on Saturday, July 24, at the Top Seed Tennis Club in Nicholasville and will raise funds to support local cancer patients.
Toyota Donates Modified Camry to Saint Joseph Hospital to Support Rehabilitation Patients

JUL 07, 2021

Toyota Kentucky has partnered with the Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation to donate a modified Toyota Camry to the rehabilitation department, located on the fifth floor of Saint Joseph Hospital.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Awards $100,000 to Kentucky CancerLink to Support Local Colon Cancer Screenings in Kentucky

JUL 01, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health recently awarded $100,000 to Kentucky CancerLink, a Lexington-based nonprofit that helps reduce barriers patients face for screenings, diagnoses and cancer treatments.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners with Lexington Humane Society to Share the Health Benefits of Pet Companionship

JUN 21, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health is partnering with the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) to offer reduced fees for pet adoptions, allowing more Lexington residents to experience the health benefits of pet companionship.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders

JUN 17, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital hosted a “Blessing of the Rigs” event today to honor and bless first responders in the Bardstown area, who each day give selflessly to others in urgent time of need.
Saint Joseph London Hosts ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders

JUN 17, 2021

Saint Joseph London hosted a “Blessing of the Rigs” event today to honor and bless first responders in the London area, who each day give selflessly to others in urgent time of need.
Saint Joseph Hospitals in Lexington, Nicholasville Host ‘Blessing of the Rigs’ for First Responders

JUN 17, 2021

Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph Jessamine hosted a “Blessing of the Rigs” event today to honor and bless first responders in the Lexington and Nicholasville areas, who each day give selflessly to others in urgent time of nee
Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Launches Affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center

MAY 26, 2021

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling on Wednesday announced during a virtual event that CHI Saint Joseph Health’s affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center will expand to serve its patients.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Launches Affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center

MAY 26, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital announced on Wednesday that CHI Saint Joseph Health’s affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center will expand to serve its patients.
Saint Joseph London Launches Affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center

MAY 25, 2021

Saint Joseph London announced on Tuesday that CHI Saint Joseph Health’s affiliation with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center will expand to serve its patients.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations Raise More Than $360,000 During ‘Evening of Hope’ Event to Benefit Cancer Care Patients and Families in Kentucky

MAY 19, 2021

The CHI Saint Joseph Health Foundations’ “Evening of Hope” statewide fundraising event raised nearly $360,000 on Saturday, May 15. Proceeds from the event will benefit CHI Saint Joseph Health cancer patients and their families across Kentucky,
CHI Saint Joseph Health Welcomes the Return of Summer Teen Volunteers to Facilities

MAY 18, 2021

After last year’s unprecedented summer, teens ages 14 and older can once again apply to volunteer and serve this summer at Saint Joseph Hospital, Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, Saint Joseph London and Flaget Memorial Hospital.
Dr. Bruce Lyman Allen Joins Saint Joseph London as a General Surgeon

MAY 17, 2021

Bruce Lyman Allen, MD, has joined Saint Joseph London as a general surgeon. Born and raised in the Bay Area of California, Dr. Allen has spent the last 40 years practicing as a surgeon on the West Coast.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Rating for Hospital Safety by The Leapfrog Group

MAY 16, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health, was awarded an ‘A’ rating in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing exceptional patient safety.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Program Encourages Routine Screenings During COVID-19, Provides Resources

MAY 04, 2021

During a time when many people have put off routine preventive health screenings due to COVID-19, the Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation’s newest cancer program, Yes, Cerv!, is here to help.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Volunteers Return to Facilities, One Year Later

APR 16, 2021

More than a year after CHI Saint Joseph Health paused its volunteer program due to the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteers will once again be at Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph Hospital and Women’s Hospital at Saint Joseph East.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation Receives $12,000 Grant From the Lexington Cancer Foundation to Support Local Breast Cancer Care

MAR 22, 2021

The Flaget Memorial Hospital Foundation has received a $12,000 grant from the Lexington Cancer Foundation to support its Breast Health Outreach, Prevention & Education (HOPE) program and local breast cancer care for Nelson and surrounding counties.
Flaget Memorial Hospital Honors Employees with DAISY and BEE Awards

MAR 16, 2021

Flaget Memorial Hospital has named its DAISY Award and BEE Award winners for the fourth quarter of 2020. Vanessa Blankenship, RN, Med-Surg, received the DAISY Award and James Hite, Environmental Services, received the BEE Award.
Saint Joseph London Recognized for Second Consecutive Year on “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

MAR 04, 2021

Saint Joseph London has earned a place on the 17th Annual “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list, which identifies and awards Kentucky’s best employers. This is the second consecutive year that Saint Joseph London has been recognized on the list.
Saint Joseph London Recognized for Second Consecutive Year on “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” List

MAR 04, 2021

Saint Joseph London has earned a place on the 17th Annual “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” list, which identifies and awards Kentucky’s best employers. This is the second consecutive year that Saint Joseph London has been recognized on the list.
Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation Receives Funding for Telemedicine Program

FEB 26, 2021

The Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation has received a $1,022,334 grant to establish a telemedicine system for patients with acute and chronic conditions in 11 Kentucky counties.
CHI Saint Joseph Health Names Anthony Houston, FACHE, as New CEO

FEB 24, 2021

CHI Saint Joseph Health announced today that Anthony A. Houston, FACHE, has been selected as the CEO for the health system following a comprehensive national search of outstanding candidates. Houston, who will also serve as president of Saint Joseph