Saint Vincent Hospital

08/11/2025

Construction has begun on the new EC3 Allied Health and Nursing Labs project, which aims to provide students with practical healthcare training.

This initiative is part of a collaboration between local hospitals, including AHN Saint Vincent, to address the shortage of professionals entering allied health fields.

The program will help participants to upskill or enter the workforce, making it an attractive and attainable option for unemployed or underemployed individuals.

Erie County Community College has begun the demolition and construction of its new Allied Health and Nursing Labs project, which aims to provide students with practical healthcare training. The pro…

08/07/2025

Are you a pickleball fan? Dr. James Sferra is an AHN orthopaedic specialist who loves to play, but has noticed an increase in pickleball-related injuries on the court and in orthopaedic offices across AHN.

Tennis elbow, Achilles tendon ruptures, sprained ankles and broken wrists are some of the more common injuries AHN orthopaedic specialists are treating in pickleball players.

Dr. Sferra stressed the importance of having injuries assessed quickly and provided this information to help you decide where to go for orthopaedic injury care.

08/04/2025

Nurse Manager Mary Beth worked at Saint Vincent Hospital for 45 years. Watch her story to find out why she stayed...and why she's not the only one.

07/31/2025

Navigating breast surgery can feel overwhelming. The AHN Surgery Institute at Saint Vincent Hospital provides comprehensive support every step of the way, from understanding your options to ensuring a smooth recovery. Learn about the different types of breast surgery, reconstruction, and how our team empowers you to make the best decisions for your health.

Learn about breast surgery options and recovery, and how to work with your surgery team to make informed treatment decisions.

07/24/2025

"Dr. Sauber gave me my life back.” Ten years ago, Jan had a total knee replacement and it was time for another. In December, Dr. Tim Sauber performed a total knee revision.

Look through our photos to see how Jan’s mobility and quality of life have improved since December. If you’d like to reclaim your life and say goodbye to joint pain, schedule a consultation with an AHN orthopaedic expert here: https://bit.ly/43ZS9K2

07/23/2025

We were so happy to spend time with you all at 150 Fest earlier this month. We gathered a lot of photos to share, and we hope you have as much fun looking through them as we did! 💚 🎪

07/18/2025

Richard, a marathon runner from Scottsdale, AZ, was stopped in his tracks by a diagnosis of stage 4 peritoneal (abdominal) cancer. With the help of Allegheny Health Network's Dr. Wagner, who sees more cases of this rare, aggressive cancer in a month than other oncologists see in their careers, Richard has crossed a new finish line.💚👟

07/15/2025

Ephram is a patient care tech here at Saint Vincent. He credits his colleagues for not only saving his mother's life but also for inspiring his love for medicine. Watch his story below!

07/15/2025

Heart health is the name of the game for NFL Player and Hometown Hero Damar Hamlin. Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Dua and several Allegheny Health Network athletic trainers were honored to join the Chasing M's Foundation All-Star Weekend, prioritizing health and safety in youth sports and educating the community on sudden cardiac arrest. From high-energy games to CPR and AED training, it was a weekend full of youth empowerment, community impact and competitive fun. 🏈 💚

07/13/2025

We're so proud of Pauline Rukowski, a remarkable 104-year-old Erie resident! After dedicating 30 years to Saint Vincent Hospital, she's now the star of "Pauline from 2 to 3," a film soon to be making waves at festivals nationwide. We were honored to attend the Erie screening with Pauline herself!

Discover her inspiring story: https://bit.ly/3GvaQfD

07/11/2025

Slice of Summer: Kelly and Locals Chat About Erie's Best Offerings

07/10/2025

AHN's six hospital gardens, including ours, are thriving! Last year, over 1,800 lbs. (nearly a ton) of fresh produce was harvested and distributed to AHN Healthy Food Center patients. This year’s gardens are off to a great start with early harvests of strawberries and lettuce!