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Saint Joseph Hospital

Saint Joseph Hospital, part of CHI Saint Joseph Health, is a 433-bed hospital located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, Saint Joseph Hospital was Lexington’s first hospital and serves residents of central and eastern Kentucky.

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital

Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including distinguished awards for cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.

Services & Specialties

  • Primary Care

    Our primary care providers are here to listen, to lean on and to provide the expert care to keep you and you family well.

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  • Orthopedic Care

    We treat a full range of orthopedic conditions affecting the hips, knees, spine, shoulders, hands, wrists, feet and ankles.

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  • Express Care

    Sick or injured? Just walk in. For life's non-threatening ailments and injuries, from stitchest to sprains, Express Care is right around the corner.

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  • Cancer Care

    The cancer care center at Saint Joseph Hospital combines advanced technology with personalized, compassionate care. 

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  • Heart & Vascular Care

    Learn more about diagnostic testing services and treatment for heart and vascular conditions.

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  • Women's Care & Maternity

    Our providers are attuned to the unique aspects of caring for women of all ages, from puberty and pregnancy through menopause and advanced age.

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Latest News

Saint Joseph Berea Expands Breast Health Services With Introduction of 3D Mammography Technology

APR 30, 2024

Saint Joseph Berea announces the latest advancement in its commitment to providing state-of-the-art health care services to the community with the introduction of 3D mammography technology.

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Saint Joseph East Named One of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Fortune and PINC AI™ for the Fifth Time

APR 29, 2024

Saint Joseph East has been recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® for 2024 for patient outcomes, according to an independent quality analysis based on a scorecard provided by PINC AI™.

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Saint Joseph Mount Sterling Expands Breast Health Services With Introduction of 3D Mammography Technology

APR 29, 2024

Saint Joseph Mount Sterling announces the latest advancement in its commitment to providing state-of-the-art health care services to the community with the introduction of 3D mammography technology.

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Virtual Care Visits

New and existing patients can now schedule a virtual care appointment with a CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group provider.