St. Elizabeth Healthcare

Health System with 6 hospitals across 2 states

Health System Overview

Health SystemSt. Elizabeth Healthcare
Total Hospitals6
Commercial/Acute Hospitals5
Total Beds1320
Commercial/Acute Beds1123
HeadquartersEdgewood, KY
Websitestelizabeth.com

Hospitals by Type

Acute Care Hospital
4 hospitals
67% of health system
Critical Access Hospital
1 hospitals
17% of health system
Psychiatric
1 hospitals
17% of health system

Teaching Status

50%
Teaching
Teaching Hospitals: 3
Non-Teaching Hospitals: 3
Teaching hospitals serve as educational institutions for medical professionals while providing patient care.

Hospital Locations

Hospitals in this Health System

HospitalTypeBedsTeachingRecently Joined
St. Elizabeth Dearborn HospitalAcute Care Hospital 78NoNo
Saint Elizabeth Fort ThomasAcute Care Hospital178NoNo
St. Elizabeth Edgewood HospitalAcute Care Hospital621YesNo
St. Elizabeth Florence HospitalAcute Care Hospital231NoNo
Saint Elizabeth Grant HospitalCritical Access Hospital 15YesNo
SUN Behavioral KentuckyPsychiatric197YesNo

Recent News

Jun 15, 2025
Kentucky's Lung Cancer Control Program has achieved a #1 national ranking, a success significantly contributed to by St. Elizabeth Healthcare's Lung Cancer Screening Program. St. Elizabeth Healthcare has performed over 50,000 lung cancer screenings since 2013, a milestone that has led to the identification of over 500 cases of stage 1 lung cancer with a high cure rate. The program's success is attributed to a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including nurse navigators, and pioneering initiatives aimed at reaching high-risk and underserved populations through efforts like the Appalachian and Firefighter initiatives. This achievement highlights St. Elizabeth's commitment to early detection and improving lung cancer outcomes in the state.
Jun 11, 2025
St. Elizabeth Healthcare's Edgewood Hospital has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Best Hospitals for Specialized Care 2025. This notable achievement highlights the hospital's excellence across six key specialties: Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Neurological Care, Orthopedic Care, Endocrine Care, and Pulmonary Care. This recognition is based on a comprehensive evaluation that includes recommendations from medical experts, patient experience surveys, and hospital quality metrics. Earlier in 2025, St. Elizabeth Edgewood was also listed among the top 175 hospitals in the U.S. by Newsweek, further solidifying its reputation for providing high-quality, specialized medical services to the community.
Jun 10, 2025
St. Elizabeth Healthcare held a Safe Sitter Class at their Edgewood, KY location on June 10, 2025. This program is designed for adolescents aged 11-13, providing them with essential skills for handling emergencies while caring for younger children. The curriculum includes crucial topics such as safety and security measures, child development, age-appropriate activities, and the fundamental business aspects of babysitting. Although the class held on this date is now full and registration is closed, St. Elizabeth Healthcare regularly offers these classes as part of their commitment to community education and safety.
Jun 07, 2025
Dr. Teena Nerwal, a colorectal surgeon practicing at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, is utilizing cutting-edge robotic technology in her surgical procedures to achieve improved outcomes for patients undergoing colorectal surgery. Dr. Nerwal recently shared details about her specialized field, her patient-centered approach to care, the innovative surgical techniques she employs, and the available treatments for various colon and rectal conditions. The use of robotic technology is highlighted as a significant advancement in enhancing colorectal surgical care. [10]
Jun 07, 2025
St. Elizabeth Healthcare, in collaboration with Gateway Community and Technical College, has introduced a new initiative called the PATH-RN program. This program is specifically designed to support existing St. Elizabeth employees who are interested in pursuing a career in nursing. The announcement of this program indicates St. Elizabeth's commitment to investing in its workforce and addressing potential needs in the nursing field by providing a pathway for current employees to gain the necessary education and training to become registered nurses through a partnership with a local educational institution. [10]

Executive Leadership

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