Doctor and patient

About Ascension

Listening to you, caring for you.™

Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate and personalized care for all, especially those who need it most.

At Ascension, our commitment to patients and families begins with the doctors, nurses and care teams serving in our hospitals and care sites across the country. Our Catholic identity and healing Mission call us to care for everyone with dignity and respect, valuing those we serve and those we serve alongside.

Our national presence enables clinicians and caregivers to share best practices and innovations to ensure that we are providing the right care, at the right time and in the right setting.

We are committed to an inclusive culture that recognizes and celebrates diverse talents and perspectives. We are called to serve. We are Ascension.

Who We Are

Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all with special attention to those most vulnerable. In FY2024, Ascension provided $2.1 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. Across 16 states and the District of Columbia, Ascension’s network encompasses approximately 106,000 associates, 26,000 aligned providers, 105 wholly owned or consolidated hospitals, and 34 senior living facilities. Additionally, through strategic partnerships, Ascension holds an ownership interest in 26 other hospitals.

History & Sponsorships

Advancing an 800-year legacy and promise set forth by our original sponsor organizations to provide faith-based healthcare to those in need.
Recent National News
Ascension introduces new Vision statement
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Ascension introduces new Vision statement

Ascension has introduced a new Vision statement to help guide the ministry as it continues to serve individuals and communities across the country.
Ascension recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare
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Ascension recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare

Ascension has been named as one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare for 2025, underscoring the system's commitment to nurturing an innovative, supportive, and Mission-driven workplace culture.
Fourteen Ascension hospitals earn an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
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Fourteen Ascension hospitals earn an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group

Average Hospital Safety Grade for Ascension facilities exceeds national average, reflecting strong commitment to patient safety

FY24 Facts & Statistics

$2.1 billion

in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs

106,000

associates

105 / 34

105 wholly owned or consolidated hospitals and 34 senior living facilities

Contact Us

Ascension Edmundson building

Ascension Headquarters


4600 Edmundson Rd
St. Louis, MO 63134