CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph Mount Sterling

03/07/2026

Yesterday, caregivers at Saint Joseph Mount Sterling dressed in blue to raise awareness for colorectal cancer. According to Colorectal Cancer Alliance, colorectal cancer is the deadliest cancer in people under 50 and the second deadliest overall.

To learn more about colorectal cancer and whether screening is right for you, visit https://ow.ly/LgtI50YqCyS to find a provider near you.

02/28/2026

Don’t let February be the only time you care for your heart! Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the state of Kentucky. To stay up to date on your heart health, make an appointment with a primary care provider.

To find a primary care physician near you, visit: https://ow.ly/RCVq50Ynit4

02/26/2026

A quick hello to a primary care doctor can make all the difference for your health. https://ow.ly/GeSM50YkXzL

02/26/2026

Do you experience daytime sleepiness or fall asleep easily during the day? One cause may be a lack of quality sleep caused by your tongue blocking your airways while you sleep. Donnie Bunch, DO shares more about the consequences of this issue, if left untreated.

02/25/2026

Saint Joseph Health Foundations is offering 14 scholarship opportunities to support aspiring health care professionals across central and southeastern Kentucky, including Bardstown, Berea, Lexington, London, Nicholasville and Mount Sterling. These scholarships will help alleviate financial burdens for deserving students pursuing careers in critical health care fields.

Graduating high school seniors, as well as students pursuing associate, bachelor's and advanced degrees are welcome to apply to the applicable scholarship program. Applications are now open; all application materials must be submitted by Friday, April 10, 2026.

To learn more and apply today, visit https://ow.ly/eI5l50YlZkf.

02/25/2026

Saint Joseph Health Foundations is offering 14 scholarship opportunities to support aspiring health care professionals across central and southeastern Kentucky, including Bardstown, Berea, Lexington, London, Nicholasville and Mount Sterling. These scholarships will help alleviate financial burdens for deserving students pursuing careers in critical health care fields.

Graduating high school seniors, as well as students pursuing associate, bachelor's and advanced degrees are welcome to apply to the applicable scholarship program. Applications are now open; all application materials must be submitted by Friday, April 10, 2026.

To learn more and apply today, visit https://ow.ly/Le5C50YlZka.

02/24/2026

Congratulations to these Nelson County Area Technology Center students on their outstanding performance at the SkillsUSA Regional Competition! We are proud to collaborate with community partners to provide unique opportunities for local students and support the next generation of health care professionals.

02/23/2026

Saint Joseph Health is excited to welcome Kacie Heichelbech, PA, to Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Lexington. A Louisville native, Heichelbech knew she wanted to have a career in medicine, and learned about the role of physician assistants (PAs) while in college. After earning a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance from the University of Louisville in 2021, Heichelbech served in roles as a physical therapy technician, a medical scribe and clinical assistant before earning her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Kentucky in 2025.

Heichelbech says she chose primary care because it gives her an opportunity to address the whole person and treat patients with a wide range of ailments. She emphasizes preventive care, patient education and individualized care, saying that developing a rapport with her patients is something she feels passionate about.

"I've always had the instinct to want to help people, and caring for others comes naturally to me," she said. "My goal is to give my patients the tools, knowledge, and support they need for them to feel empowered in taking charge of their health."

Welcome to the team, Kacie!

02/22/2026

Earlier this month, caregivers at Saint Joseph Mount Sterling held their annual Souper Bowl, a competition amongst staff to donate cans of either Progresso or Campbell soup each year for local food pantries. Of the 730 cans of soup donated, Team Campbell won this year’s SOUPer Bowl.

Thank you to our caregivers for continuously giving back to the communities we serve.

02/21/2026

Did you know that after a heart attack, your risk of another rises. There are preventative measures that you can take to lower your risk. These include:
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Healthy lifestyle changes
• Medications
• Regular check-ups
To read more about the risks and warning signs of a heart attack, visit: https://ow.ly/pjsv50Yj5TA

02/21/2026

Did you know that after a heart attack, your risk of another rises. There are preventative measures that you can take to lower your risk. These include:
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Healthy lifestyle changes
• Medications
• Regular check-ups
To read more about the risks and warning signs of a heart attack, visit: https://ow.ly/GgsF50Yj5U1

02/20/2026

Saint Joseph Health is excited to share that our Nurse Residency Program has received the Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The ANCC PTAP accreditation is the global standard for recognizing high quality nurse residency and fellowship programs, and signifies that our program meets rigorous standards for excellence.

As part of CommonSpirit Health, our year-long Nurse Residency Program offers a comprehensive onboarding and clinical integration experience for recent nurse graduates and is designed to cultivate confident, competent and committed nurses who will thrive in our ministry. To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/e98P50YiZll.

02/20/2026

Saint Joseph Health is excited to share that our Nurse Residency Program has received the Practice Transition Accreditation Program (PTAP) accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The ANCC PTAP accreditation is the global standard for recognizing high quality nurse residency and fellowship programs, and signifies that our program meets rigorous standards for excellence.

As part of CommonSpirit Health, our year-long Nurse Residency Program offers a comprehensive onboarding and clinical integration experience for recent nurse graduates and is designed to cultivate confident, competent and committed nurses who will thrive in our ministry. To learn more, visit https://ow.ly/spYm50YiZlf.

02/20/2026

Flaget Memorial Hospital and Flaget Memorial Hospital Auxiliary celebrated the contributions of Ann King, a devoted volunteer with over 10,000 service hours donated to the hospital’s volunteer programs since 2005, during a retirement ceremony Thursday. King, now 85, served as volunteer coordinator during her years of service and launched the Buddy Bears Program, which still provides hundreds of handmade stuffed bears each year to help comfort young patients at the hospital.

Ann leaves a legacy of impact not only within the walls of the hospital, but within our community and through the many lives she has touched with humankindness and compassion. She describes herself as a “people person” and has been instrumental to the growth of our volunteer team, creating opportunities for everyone to get involved and make a difference.

While Ann enjoys her deserved retirement, she plans to continue making bears for the Buddy Bears Program and visit with friends and colleagues at Flaget often. Thank you, Miss Ann, for decades of dedicated service, and for embodying our mission in every kind word, stuffed bear and smile you have shared with our patients and families.

02/19/2026

Last week, our leaders and caregivers at Saint Joseph East celebrated the grand reopening of its endoscopy unit with a ribbon-cutting and reception. We are excited to continue offering our patients in Lexington and beyond the same excellent gastroenterological care in a newly refreshed space.

02/19/2026

At Saint Joseph Health, cancer care is highly personalized to the needs of each patient. Patrick Williams, MD, describes how molecular oncology targets exact cancer mutations to prevent the cancer from growing.

02/18/2026

Saint Joseph Health is dedicated to helping current and aspiring nurses reach their full potential. We’re proud to support nurses like Aleena, whose journey demonstrates the powerful impact of advanced education and financial support for the next generation of health care professionals in Kentucky.

In addition to working with colleges across Kentucky, our Foundations provide a number of scholarship opportunities for students pursuing careers in health care. To learn more and apply, visit: https://www.commonspirit.org/physician-enterprise/saint-joseph-health-academic-faculty-affairs -667c3f4c06-item-ebc4f8c7a5

Meet Aleena Mongerie. Aleena is part of the Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) program at Kentucky State University, a rigorous, ACEN-accredited doctoral pa...

02/17/2026

Saint Joseph Health is excited to welcome Mollie Moss, APRN, to Saint Joseph Medical Group – Primary Care in Wi******er. A Michigan native, Mollie moved to Kentucky with her family about 15 years ago. After graduating from Berea Community School, she pursued a career in nursing at Eastern Kentucky University, where she discovered a strong interest in patient education as a key part of quality care. While working as a registered nurse in Richmond, Mollie fulfilled her goal to return to school, earning her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner at Frontier Nursing University.

Mollie says she chose family practice because she likes caring for people from birth to older adulthood. She says she values building strong relationships with her patients and recognizes the importance of addressing both physical and spiritual needs.

“My goal is to understand what’s going on with my patients and help them live their best lives,” Mollie said.

Welcome to the team, Mollie!

02/16/2026

The Winter 2026 edition of Spirit of Health has arrived! In this heart-focused issue, hear from our expert providers about the importance of comprehensive heart care, learn about unique factors influencing individual risk, prevention and treatment, and read powerful stories of humankindness, healing and hope from the communities we serve.

In our feature story, Shengnan Zheng, MD, and Erin Martin, PA-C, share about the importance of knowing your risk and understanding symptoms, especially for women and minority women. Caregivers and providers across our ministry shed light on expanding services bringing advanced care to the communities we serve, and share their personal stories of humankindness, service and care which define the work we do as part of our mission.

Read the new edition: https://ow.ly/1PKV50YgGaC

02/15/2026

Support your pelvic health this February! Pelvic health therapy can help with core and pelvic floor strength, bladder concerns, pain and post-surgical healing. From pregnancy and postpartum recovery, to midlife and healthy aging, our rehabilitation team is here to help you return to your daily life!

To find a pelvic floor therapist near you, visit: https://ow.ly/utpp50YfkY6

02/14/2026

Earlier this week, Saint Joseph Health leaders attended Kentucky Hospital Association’s Hospital Day at the Legislature to meet with state representatives and hear from lawmakers about legislation affecting health care across the Commonwealth. This annual event serves as a forum for health systems, hospitals and industry leaders to educate state lawmakers and advocate for the communities we serve.

Matt Grimshaw, MBA, president of Saint Joseph Health, was joined by hospital presidents Bob Desotelle, Continuing Care Hospital in Lexington, John Yanes, FACHE, CPPS, Saint Joseph Berea and Saint Joseph London, Jarrett Millsaps, MHA, Saint Joseph East and Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, Terry Wooten, MHA, Saint Joseph Hospital and Sherri Craig, Market Vice President, External Relations, at the capitol to speak on behalf of our ministry and help improve health care safety, access and quality for Kentuckians.

02/10/2026

Saint Joseph Health Foundations is excited to announce 14 scholarship opportunities to support aspiring health care professionals across central and southeastern Kentucky, including Bardstown, Berea, Lexington, London, Nicholasville and Mount Sterling. These scholarships will help alleviate financial burdens for deserving students pursuing careers in critical health care fields.

Graduating high school seniors, as well as students pursuing associate, bachelor's and advanced degrees are welcome to apply to the applicable scholarship program. Applications are now open; all application materials must be submitted by Friday, April 10, 2026.

To learn more and apply today, visit https://ow.ly/ruqf50YciGB.

02/06/2026

Today on National Go Red Day, caregivers across our ministry wore red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the No. 1 killer of women. WIth education and lifestyle change, 80% of cardiac events can be prevented. Thank you to those who participated in this day of awareness!