UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth Hospital

UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth Hospital UofL Health is a fully integrated academic health system focused on delivering patient-centered care

UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth Hospital is a 298-bed, full-service hospital, founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in 1874. The hospital offers a full range of vascular, orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, surgical, rehabilitative and emergency services. Mary & Elizabeth is also home to Bariatric Care, the region’s only weight-loss management program utilizing the Lap-Band® System. In addition, the hospital provides the Orbera Gastric Balloon procedure. The hospital has been recognized as one of the first health care facilities in the nation to receive a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Bariatric Surgery. The hospital also includes a Women’s Center dedicated to women’s breast and bone health. UofL Health Facebook Community Guidelines

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🫁 Breathing freely can be a daily struggle for those with chronic conditions that impact their lungs. While perfect func...
11/13/2025

🫁 Breathing freely can be a daily struggle for those with chronic conditions that impact their lungs. While perfect functioning may not always be possible, some actions can reduce difficulties and flare-ups. Check them out ⤵️

If you have a condition like asthma, COPD, or allergies that can sometimes makes it hard to breathe (breathing), these eight tips from UofL Health can help you reduce flare-ups.

🇺🇸 🩺 After taking the time to dedicate your life to the protection of others, it’s time to take care of YOU! Our vetera...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 🩺 After taking the time to dedicate your life to the protection of others, it’s time to take care of YOU!

Our veterans are at risk of su***de by 50% more than those who have not served. Mental health services and other resources are available. Reaching out for support is a strength, not a weakness. 💪

If you need a primary care provider, check out one of our excellent providers by visiting UofLHealth.org/Provider.

THANK YOU, VETERANS! 🇺🇸 On Veterans Day—and every day—we salute you.To all our veterans throughout UofL Health, we're th...
11/11/2025

THANK YOU, VETERANS! 🇺🇸 On Veterans Day—and every day—we salute you.

To all our veterans throughout UofL Health, we're thankful for your service to our country. The unique experience and knowledge you bring to our community is invaluable.

🫁 After a lung transplant, your body needs time to heal, so give yourself grace and accept help when you need it. Learn ...
11/09/2025

🫁 After a lung transplant, your body needs time to heal, so give yourself grace and accept help when you need it. Learn more about ways you can thrive with your new lungs ⤵️

Most experience a significant improvement in quality of life after their lung transplant. By following your care and plan and making a few lifestyle changes, you can help your new lungs thrive and get back to doing the things you love. Learn more about lifestyle changes after a lung transplant.

🚬🫁 To***co use doesn't just put your lungs at risk. It also affects your heart, blood sugar, infection risk and more. 🚭 ...
11/06/2025

🚬🫁 To***co use doesn't just put your lungs at risk. It also affects your heart, blood sugar, infection risk and more.

🚭 If you smoke or use to***co, quitting can make a huge difference. Learn the warning signs and talk to your doctor. ⤵️

Our lungs are a vital organ and serve many purposes for our body, so we should be inclined to take care of our lungs as best we can. Despite knowing their function, many people still choose to participate in hobbies that are harmful to the lungs, such as using to***co products. To***co use is extrem...

When you think about “getting healthy,” taking care of your heart should be a primary concern. 🫀
11/04/2025

When you think about “getting healthy,” taking care of your heart should be a primary concern. 🫀

When you think about “getting healthy,” a primary concern should be taking care of your heart. Cardiovascular disease, which includes heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure, is the No. 1 killer of women and men in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...

UofL Health is looking for Surgical Services RNs! 🩺We’re hiring both new and experienced Surgical Services RNs for oppor...
11/03/2025

UofL Health is looking for Surgical Services RNs! 🩺

We’re hiring both new and experienced Surgical Services RNs for opportunities at UofL Hospital, Jewish Hospital and Mary & Elizabeth Hospital.

Apply now ➡️ ULHealth.co/46NpHeL

Symptoms of Pulmonary Hypertension develop slowly and are common to many other medical conditions. Talk to your doctor a...
11/02/2025

Symptoms of Pulmonary Hypertension develop slowly and are common to many other medical conditions. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms and what’s going on in your body, so you can work as a team on how to move forward.

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a type of high blood pressure that affects the pulmonary arteries, which are the blood vessels running to the lungs from the right side of the heart. Pulmonary arteries carry blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation. In PH, blood vessels in the lungs are narro...

⏰ DON'T FORGET! Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m. Here are some tips f...
11/01/2025

⏰ DON'T FORGET! Daylight saving time ends Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025. Clocks fall back one hour at 2 a.m.

Here are some tips for dealing with time changes: ULHealth.co/4hGJQYD

After facing a breast cancer diagnosis and completing treatment, many women find themselves asking, “What's next?” Here ...
10/30/2025

After facing a breast cancer diagnosis and completing treatment, many women find themselves asking, “What's next?” Here are some ways to ease into the transition and realize your new normal ⤵️

After facing a breast cancer diagnosis and completing treatment, many women find themselves asking, “what next?” It’s a big transition to go from visiting your physician every week or so to every three to six months, and this change can leave many breast cancer survivors feeling unsure and uns...

We're excited to launch the first Total U Blitz, designed to give UofL Health employees direct access to important resou...
10/30/2025

We're excited to launch the first Total U Blitz, designed to give UofL Health employees direct access to important resources and benefits support during open enrollment—all in one place!

Employee Health, Lincoln Financial, Benefits Team, Ventegra, Delta Dental, Anthem and Power of Wellness (ICWS) are here to connect and explore benefits and resources available to UofL Health employees.

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⏰ 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day. When recognizing signs and symptoms of stroke, BE FAST to seek medical attention immediatel...
10/29/2025

Oct. 29 is World Stroke Day. When recognizing signs and symptoms of stroke, BE FAST to seek medical attention immediately. BE FAST also serves as a simple way to help people remember the signs and symptoms of stroke. 🔗 ULHealth.co/4qxyCdc

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