CHI Saint Joseph Health - Flaget Memorial Hospital & Foundation

11/10/2025

Sometimes you can’t wait for a doctor’s appointment. Saint Joseph Medical Group – Express Care is now open at 110 S. Salem Drive, bringing convenient, same-day care close to home. Walk in or call (502) 350-5081 to make an appointment today!

11/07/2025

We had a scary fun time celebrating fall’s arrival and Halloween at Flaget Memorial Hospital during the month of October. 🎃 Thank you to our dedicated and talented caregivers for always going above and beyond to share fun, laughter and creativity together and with our communities during the holiday season!

11/06/2025

Obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes are the three most common reasons a pregnant woman might be referred to a maternal fetal medicine specialist. In this HealthBreak, Dr. Jorge Lodeiro with Saint Joseph Medical Group – OBGYN explains the next steps for patients requiring specialized pregnancy care.

11/05/2025

We're pleased to share that Sydni Walden, APRN, has joined Saint Joseph Medical Group – Pediatrics in London and Primary Care in Corbin. Walden, who spent the past five years of her career as a nurse in Saint Joseph London’s intensive care unit, says she is thrilled to continue serving the area and that she practices patient care with an empathetic, compassionate approach, rooted in her passion for supporting others.

“I know the fear and uncertainty,” she said. “I want families to know I will listen to them and be empathetic. I’m not just here to provide medical care – I’m here emotionally as well. My goal is to meet patients where they are in their health care journey, care for them as if they were my own family, and build relationships with them as I watch them grow and celebrate their milestones.”

Welcome to the team, Sydni!

11/04/2025

Saint Joseph Berea caregivers were thrilled to recently share a day engaging with future health care professionals at the Berea College Healthcare Career Fair. They met with bright nursing, biology, chemistry and pre-med students, with Berea College alumni and Saint Joseph Health caregivers Jackie Maynard, BS, CPHQ, HACP-CMS, manager of quality and patient safety, and Rhonda Anglin McMaster, MBA, CNMT,RT(N), manager of cardiovascular services and nuclear medicine, sharing about their own diverse career paths.

Shout out to the entire team, including caregivers from outpatient rehabilitation, laboratory services, emergency/med-surg and quality, for helping to showcase the breadth of opportunities available to the caregivers of tomorrow!

11/03/2025

We are excited to share that Saint Joseph Medical Group – Cardiology in London has welcomed Syed Rashid, MD, to its team.

Dr. Rashid joins the London team from New York City and brings a deep passion for cardiology. He earned his Bachelor of Science in life science from the University of Toronto in Mississauga, Canada, before completing his medical degree at Poznan University of Medical Sciences in Poznan, Poland. He went on to complete post-graduate training and research at several medical centers in New York.

At the core of Dr. Rashid’s patient care philosophy is trust and collaboration. “The most important thing is building a relationship where the patient trusts you. It’s important for patients and doctors to work together rather than telling the patient what to do.”

Welcome to the team, Dr. Rashid!

11/03/2025

Save the date! Provide hope and healing for those in need this holiday season through Lights for Life, a program of Saint Joseph Berea that makes all the difference for hundreds of patients. Proceeds from the program support your neighbors who are uninsured and underinsured patients with medication needs.

In the past 13 years, Lights for Life has provided over $45,000 in program support, and with your gift this season, we will continue to help patients in need. All Lights for Life donations are made in tribute to a loved one. Memorials in their memory will be displayed at the Berea Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, and at Saint Joseph Berea in the main lobby. They will also be advertised in The Berea Citizen.

To make a Lights for Life donation in memory of a loved one, visit https://ow.ly/mIeZ50XlVKI or call (859) 313-1705. Donation deadline is December 1.

10/31/2025

As we close out , remember that screenings, early detection and knowing your risk are key tools in preventing and treating breast cancer. Earlier this month, Dr. Patrick Williams with the Cancer Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown joined Anita Stump, CEO, Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce, and Sean Baute on Wave's Listens Live! to talk about the advanced cancer care we provide in Nelson County and beyond through our high risk breast cancer clinic, comprehensive oncology services and cutting edge care close to home.

10/31/2025

As we close out , remember that screenings, early detection and knowing your risk are key tools in preventing and treating breast cancer. 🎀

Earlier this month, Dr. Patrick Williams with the Cancer Center at Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown joined Anita Stump, CEO, Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce, and Sean Baute on WAVE's Listens Live! to talk about the advanced cancer care we provide in Nelson County and beyond through our high risk breast cancer clinic, comprehensive oncology services and cutting edge care close to home.

10/31/2025

Saint Joseph Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Syed Mustafa, MD, to its cardiology team in London. Dr. Mustafa is an interventional cardiologist whose clinical expertise and patient-centered approach further strengthen the hospital’s commitment to providing advanced cardiovascular care. Dr. Mustafa is thrilled to serve the London community and emphasizes compassionate, individualized care as central to his approach.

“I treat my patients as if they were my own family,” he said. “My goal is to combine medical
expertise with careful listening, making sure every patient feels heard and supported in their
journey toward better heart health.”

Welcome, Dr. Mustafa!

10/30/2025

Fall is the perfect season for change! Why not make a career move that matters? Our medical-surgical unit at Saint Joseph Berea is looking for compassionate and skilled registered nurses and new grads to join our night shift team.

✨ What We Offer:
• Competitive pay, benefits & shift differentials
• $10k sign-on bonus AND up to $24k of student loan repayment
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunities for growth and continuing education
• A workplace that feels like family

If you’re ready to fall into a rewarding new role where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

🍁 Apply Today: https://ow.ly/UvjT50XjeGt

10/30/2025

For people with joint pain or balance issues, traditional physical therapy can be difficult. Fortunately, aquatic therapy offers an alternative, low-impact option for patients. Julie Helton, PT, ATRIC with Saint Joseph Health – Outpatient Rehabilitation describes the benefits of aquatic therapy in this HealthBreak.

10/28/2025

We’re excited to announce the arrival of the da Vinci 5 Surgical Robot to Saint Joseph East and Saint Joseph Hospital, the first hospitals in Lexington to offer this latest advancement in robotic surgery. This state-of-the-art system represents a significant leap forward in minimally invasive surgery, offering surgeons:

• Enhanced visibility through its 3D display and advanced image processing
• Optimized control functions for smoother, more precise movements
• Latest technology for minimally invasive surgery and improved patient outcomes

For the patients we serve, robotic surgery means smaller incisions, faster healing and recovery, and confidence in our skilled surgeons to provide quality surgical care when they need it most. Saint Joseph Health is proud to make this advanced technology available for patients in the Lexington area, and we’re here for you when you need compassionate, quality care. Learn more about the impact of the new DV5 technology in this article from The Lane Report: https://ow.ly/I5Qo50Xjl95

10/28/2025

It’s ! Today celebrates internists, or health care providers also known as primary care providers, who play a central role in preventive, diagnostic and comprehensive patient care. At Saint Joseph Health, we offer care that’s easy to schedule, close to home and puts human connection first.

Schedule an appointment online today by visiting CommonSpirit.org/SaintJosephHealth, or downloading the CommonSpirit Health app.

10/27/2025

When an EF-4 tornado with winds reaching 170 mph devastated Laurel County last May, an uncharacteristically slow night in the Saint Joseph London ER became a mission of life-saving community support.

Following the timeline of that night, this incredible story highlights what it means to be truly here for our community. From critical care in the midst of fear and uncertainty, to service in the aftermath supporting efforts to heal and rebuild. Our caregivers are more than health care providers; they are neighbors, ready to serve when it matters most.

We’re here for you. Read the full story of resilience, compassion and humankindness on our blog: https://ow.ly/a5bN50Xim7E

10/22/2025

Thank you to all who joined us across Saint Joseph Health for a wonderful Blessing of the Rigs event earlier this week. Now in its fifth year, this event recognizes the first responders across our ministry and their selfless commitment to safety and patient care. Local EMS, fire and law enforcement received a box lunch and a non-denominational blessing for their response vehicles. 🚑🚁🚒

To the first responders serving our communities and patients, thank you for service.

10/21/2025

Excellence, innovation and humankindness at every touchpoint. We’re here for you.

10/20/2025

First responders are invited to join us tomorrow, October 21, for our Blessing of the Rigs, an annual celebration we look forward to each year. We will be offering grab-and-go box lunches for our EMS, fire, law enforcement and other first responders and a non-denominational blessing for their response vehicles.

We look forward to celebrating the professionals who serve our communities as first responders! View the attached flyer for more details.

10/17/2025

Sonja McCarty puts the numbers together with the people. The 27 year Saint Joseph veteran, based at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics in Mount Sterling, travels among other Saint Joseph orthopedic clinics, from Lexington, Lebanon, Corbin and points in between.

Under her purview as clinic administrator of Saint Joseph Medical Group’s orthopedic line, patient experience metrics increased and critical goals were met—both significant factors in her being named the 2024 Leader of the Year for both Saint Joseph Medical Group and the Saint Joseph Health/CommonSpirit Kentucky ministry overall.

But to Sonja, those numbers simply mean this: “It’s supporting the managers in their roles so that they can support the caregivers to provide the best care to our patients.”

The key, Sonja said, is that everyone has a voice in the Saint Joseph ministry. “... I think when you let everybody have that voice, it really makes an impact and a difference,” she said. “And I think our organization allows that and encourages that.”

Read more about Sonja on our blog: https://ow.ly/9Buw50Xeolj

10/14/2025

Our annual Blessing of the Rigs event is around the corner! First responders are invited to attend this celebration at a designated Saint Joseph Health facility where we will be offering grab-and-go box lunches and a non-denominational blessing for responders and their response vehicles. View the attached flyer for more details and join us on October 21 for a celebration of our EMS, fire department and law enforcement teams!

10/14/2025

Saint Joseph Health is here for you. In our newest edition of Spirit of Health, meet the caregivers and leaders who serve our communities with humankindness; read how our teams came together to care for the London community after an EF-4 tornado struck Laurel County earlier this year; and hear from our providers why collaborative, patient-centered care is a core component of the services we bring to our communities.

As a member of CommonSpirit Health, we are proud to serve central and eastern Kentucky with compassion, excellence and humankindness. Read the fall edition here: https://ow.ly/zHI550X9URV

10/12/2025

It's ! Arthritis, characterized by joint inflammation, impacts people of all ages and is associated with over 100 types of arthritic conditions. Our expert orthopedic and outpatient rehabilitation providers can provide effective treatment and support for patients affected by arthritis – find a provider or location today by visiting https://ow.ly/EqVP50X9Q3g.

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