Peyton Manning Children's Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

11/11/2025

At Ascension St. Vincent, we honor the bravery and sacrifice of all veterans — those we serve and the thousands who serve within our healing ministry including our incredible St. Vincent colleagues.

Across Ascension, we are proud to employ more than 8,500 veterans and are grateful for the unique dedication they bring to patient care.

Thank you for your service!

10/30/2025

“You really can’t tell who’s giving and who’s receiving.”

As we celebrate Mission Week, our theme is Rising With Hope. 💛

Loraine Brown, Chief Mission Integration Officer, Ascension Indiana, reminds us that putting love and holiness at the center of our actions brings a distinct sense of peace.

Let this reflection guide us as we serve our communities this week and throughout the year!

10/23/2025

💙 “The look on her face when she got to see her hair and welcome her friends into her room — it just was incredible.”

This Spiritual Care Week, Chaplain Jennifer Prior shares how a curling iron and a few shared stories honored a patient who wasn’t feeling like herself.

10/17/2025

Two locations, one focus .... your care!

When it’s not an emergency, but you need care right away, know where to go for a minor illness or injury.

Westside Walk-In Care and Epworth Walk-In Care accept walk-ins or check in online.
http://ascn.io/6186AFgq8

10/01/2025

Happy Safe Sleep Awareness Month! 👶 🍼

Did you know we are a certified Safe Sleep Hospital? We're passionate about making sure all babies sleep safely and are here to help families learn the ABCs of safe sleep:

𝗔 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲: Keep the crib empty! No blankets, pillows, or toys with your baby.
𝗕 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸: Always place your baby on their back for every sleep, including naps.
𝗖 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗯: Your baby should sleep in a crib, bassinet, or play yard with a firm, flat, and non-inclined surface.

Want more info? Head to our website to learn more!
http://ascn.io/6181Ajzu9.

Photo credit: Cribs for Kids® National Infant Safe Sleep Initiative

09/26/2025

This week blessed three brand-new pediatric-themed rooms in our Peyton Manning Children's Hospital Inpatient Unit! These child-friendly spaces bring extra comfort and a little joy to our youngest patients during their hospital stay.

Thank you to our generous donors who make this project possible:
💙 The Evansville Otters Room made possible by The Bussing-Koch Foundation
💙 The Tools 4 Teaching, LLC Room made possible by The Kinney Family Foundation
💙 The University of Evansville Room made possible by John C. and Diane Schroeder

09/22/2025

This week, we're celebrating our incredible Advanced Practice Providers who help care for more than 100,000 patients a year! 💙 With over 580 APPs across the state, their dedication and expertise make a huge difference in the lives of our patients.

Know an APP who's made a difference in your life or a loved one's? Give them a shoutout in the comments below! 👇

09/18/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Brent Cochran on his retirement, on August 22. Thank you, Dr. Cochran, for 37 years of caring for our pediatric patients. Evansville native and Central High School Alumni, Dr. Cera Cissna, has joined the Evansville Pediatrics (East Virginia Street) team to continue building relationships with our pediatric patients and families.

09/11/2025

Today, on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, we solemnly remember all those impacted on that fateful day. Let us honor the memory of those lost by observing a moment of silence, showing respect for others and upholding human dignity.

09/10/2025

Ascension St. Vincent and Peyton Manning Children's Hospital are proud to be Indiana's only verified burn center for both adults and children, recognized by the American Burn Association . When your family needs this specialized care, you can find it all on one campus. 💙

09/05/2025

A new study published by the American Heart Association connects screen time to a higher risk of cardiometabolic disease.

According to the AHA, the study found a higher risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and insulin resistance in children and young adults who spent more time using electronic devices or watching TV. The study also found evidence that sleep duration and sleep timing affected the relationship between screen time and cardiometabolic risk.

Peyton Manning Children's Hospital pediatrician Dr. Priya Jothi shares tips for improving sleep and limiting screentime with 44News, watch that story here 👇

Dr. Priya Jothi from Ascension St. Vincent Evansville discussed what these findings mean and how parents can help protect their children's heart health.