Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 204-bed facility located in Darby, which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County, Pa.
01/19/2026
Today, we recognize the life & legacy of Dr. King, whose vision championed the rights & dignity of all. His words & actions continue to inspire & remind us of what is possible when we lead with courage & compassion.
Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.
01/15/2026
At Nazareth Hospital, our interventional radiologists perform minimally invasive procedures close to patients' homes. We focus on providing patient-centered, personalized health care to achieve the best outcomes. Learn more about our interventional radiology services.
, listen to the recent podcast episode: soundcloud.com/beyond-the-stethoscope
01/14/2026
✅ Don’t wait—secure your spot today! Our 5th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Health Equity Symposium: The Dream in Practice is right around the corner.
🗓️ Monday, January 19 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET | 📍 Virtual Event
👉 Register now! bit.ly/4jmcK1h
01/12/2026
⏳ Just 1 week away!
Our 5th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Health Equity Symposium is almost here!
Join us on Monday, January 19 and be part of meaningful conversation as we honor Dr. King’s legacy by putting hope into practice.
🕚 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET | 📍 Virtual Event
👉 Reserve your spot today! bit.ly/4jmcK1h
01/08/2026
The Community Health & Well-Being team at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is on hand to connect patients and colleagues to the necessary resources they need to stay healthy and secure, even when times are hard.
01/08/2026
Interventional radiology encompasses minimally invasive procedures that enhance patient outcomes, shorten recovery times, and improve the overall patient experience. Interventional radiologist David Feldstein, MD, shares insights into the technology, teamwork and innovation that are shaping this essential program, as well as its implications for the future of health care.
New podcast episode is out! Watch now: youtu.be/g6sSSQQLF_s
01/07/2026
Join us for our 5th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Health Equity Symposium: The Dream in Practice.
🗓️ Monday, January 19 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET | 📍 Virtual Event
Drawing inspiration from Dr. King’s enduring words: “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” Together, we will explore how hope fuels action—and how action brings the dream closer to reality.
Mark your calendar and be part of this important conversation as we honor Dr. King’s legacy by putting hope into practice.
👉 Register today! bit.ly/4jmcK1h
01/07/2026
Learn more about Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic regional president and CEO Andre Boyd Sr., FACHE. Watch now: youtu.be/0ln_srgLmig
01/06/2026
In this week’s episode of Beyond the Stethoscope, we delve into the transformative field of interventional radiology. Tune in to discover how these minimally invasive procedures are revolutionizing patient care.
Subscribe to our YouTube channel and watch the new episode this Thursday, January 8: youtube.com/
01/05/2026
In 2025, Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic invested $122.9M in community health improvement services, unreimbursed health care, financial assistance for low-income patients, community impact activities and community-based programs. Learn more about our community impact in our annual report: bit.ly/3N2S3LO
01/01/2026
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy !
12/26/2025
As Kwanzaa begins, we honor the rich traditions and values that celebrate family, community, and culture. May this season of reflection and unity bring peace, purpose, and joy. Happy Kwanzaa to all who observe.
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Mercy Catholic Medical Center - Mercy Fitzgerald Campus
Mercy Fitzgerald, located in Darby, Pa., is a 188-bed teaching facility, which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia.
Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center. More importantly, we’re proud to serve you.
Since 1933, our mission has been to help and heal patients through accessible, compassionate healthcare that is tailored to their needs. Our experienced medical staff offers services in a broad range of specialties. Please visit our Physician Finder for more information.
Our History
In 1922, local banker and businessman Thomas M. Fitzgerald willed his property and funds to establish a hospital on Lansdowne Avenue in Darby, Pa. His wife used $1.25 million from her late husband’s trust and worked with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to plan Delaware County’s first Catholic hospital. Ground broke in 1932 and a year later, 30,000 people witnessed the dedication of the hospital, known at that time as Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital.
To manage hospital operations, the Archdiocese drew upon the vast health care experience of the Sisters of Mercy—who had already experienced great success with Misericordia Hospital (now Mercy Philadelphia) that was established 15 years earlier in West Philadelphia. The Sisters agreed to rent Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital from the Archdiocese for $1 a year.
By the end of its first year in operation, the hospital had provided $38,837 in free care, treated 7,354 patients and had 352 births.
In July 1936, the first group of medical and surgical interns arrived, marking the start of a rich tradition of Graduate Medical Education at the hospital. A nursing school opened in 1942, providing many locals with quality nurse training and education until it was phased out in the 1970s. In 1950, the Archdiocese transferred ownership of the hospital to the Sisters of Mercy.