Saint Joseph Health System

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Name :

Saint Joseph Health System

Address  :

11203 Main Street

Town  :

Martin

State  :

Kentucky

Country  :

USA

Post Code:

41649

Phone  :

606 285 6400

Web URL  :


Description

Saint Joseph Health System central Kentuckys largest health care provider It is our hope that this site will provide a link for you to connect with patients find a physician read about a specific condition or treatment view the photo of your familys new bundle of joy or simply learn more about Kentuckys Most Awarded Hospital

More than 130 years ago the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth planted strong roots in Lexington and began a ministry of healing that we continue today as a member of Catholic Health Initiatives one of the largest health care delivery systems in the nation Fundamentally we are inspired by the work of our founding sisters and their healing ministry Its a legacy that we intend to continue on a daily basis

Our eight facilities Saint Joseph Berea Saint Joseph East Saint Joseph Hospital Saint Joseph Jessamine Saint Joseph London Saint Joseph Martin Saint Joseph Mount Sterling and Flaget Memorial Hospital provide care to more patients every year than any other hospital in the area The tremendous work by our employees physicians and volunteers has garnered countless awards for quality and patient satisfaction But we do not intend to rest on these laurels
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