Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center

07/24/2025

Compassionate cancer care when it matters most. 💙🤲 Dr. Zachary Wright specializes in treating blood cancers and disorders with expertise and kindness. Read what our patients are saying or schedule your care with Dr. Wright today: http://ascn.io/61864anM2

07/17/2025

Advanced care, close to home! 🧠✨ Sacred Heart Pensacola now offers the newest Gamma Knife technology, making us one of only three hospitals in Florida with this non-invasive treatment option for brain tumors and facial nerve pain, among others.

The Gamma Knife uses nearly 200 focused gamma rays to precisely target tumors and nerve conditions, without traditional surgery. It’s an innovative treatment for malignant and benign brain tumors, facial nerve pain, and more.

👏 Leading this advanced care are Dr. Maria Toledo, neurosurgeon, and Dr. Veronica Carden, radiation oncologist, two experts committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care for our community. 💙 Both Dr. Toledo and Dr. Carden are accepting new patients. Call for more information: 850-662-6448

07/15/2025

: Another milestone at Ascension Sacred Heart! 👏 Dr. Christopher Ellington, our thoracic surgeon, recently performed the region’s first ION + da Vinci single anesthetic lobectomy—a major advancement for lung cancer care. 🫁

💡 What does that mean for OUR patients? It allows Dr. Ellington to diagnose and remove a lung tumor in one minimally invasive procedure, under a single anesthesia. That means fewer procedures, faster recovery, and earlier treatment.

We’re honored to bring this level of innovation close to home and are thankful for the skill of our care teams and our partners at Intuitive. 💙 Schedule care with Dr. Ellington today: http://ascn.io/61894Q2wv

07/12/2025

☀️ Summer’s meant for fun, not injuries.

Before you mow the lawn, chase the kids or jump in the water, learn how to stay safe when having fun! ➡️ http://ascn.io/61824l7MC

If something happens, remember that we’re here for you, close to home.

07/04/2025

In gratitude for the gift of freedom and all who serve to protect it, we also give thanks for our associates, physicians and the patients and families we're so blessed to serve. May God continue to bless us all.

07/02/2025

Fireworks light up the sky for the Fourth of July. To keep your Independence Day celebrations in your backyard and not the ER, here are five firework safety tips to keep you and your family safe on the Fourth.

🎇 Supervise children while handling fireworks, including sparklers. Sparklers burn up to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit (equivalent to volcano lava), which can quickly ignite clothing and cause severe burns.
🎇 Always light fireworks outdoors. Keep a bucket of water or garden hose nearby in case of an emergency.
🎇 Never relight a firework. It may look like a dud, but it can still explode.
🎇 Wear protective eyewear when lighting fireworks.
🎇 Never point or throw fireworks, or put them in pockets or clothing.

ER care teams are there when you need them. Find an ER close to you: http://ascn.io/61814gT21

06/30/2025

It may be summer, but school is still in session📚

June is uterine cancer awareness month, and we're reviewing:

✏️ What is uterine cancer?

✏️ Symptoms

✏️ Risks

While there is no test at the end, awareness leads to early detection — and that can save lives. For more information or to schedule an appointment with a physician, visit: http://ascn.io/61804cT7p

06/29/2025

With record-breaking temperatures hitting many parts of the country, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion. Take action early to stay safe.

🧊 Hydrate. Rest. Cool down.

Share this post to help others stay aware this summer!

06/19/2025

Today is Juneteenth, a holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, 160 years ago.

Let us join together to end all oppression and pray for God's healing presence to enter our hearts and minds as we seek justice in our world.

06/18/2025

Not sure if you need an ENT? 👂If you’re facing concerns like a neck mass, thyroid concern, or a recent cancer diagnosis, seeing a specialist matters. Dr. Pennington has a special focus on head and neck cancers, offering compassionate care when it’s needed most. ✅ Schedule an appointment today: http://ascn.io/6181Nv767

James H. Pennington, Jr., MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat doctor) at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, FL. Dr. Pennington specializes in diagnosing and treating ear, nose and throat conditions in adults. He provides non-surgical and surgical care for airway disorde...

06/15/2025

Even superheroes need checkups.💙 This Father's Day, prioritize your health so you can be there for every milestone, laugh and leap ahead. Schedule a visit with your doctor or find care: http://ascn.io/6186N4Ppj

06/14/2025

☀️ Summer sun feels great, but it comes with risks. Are you taking care of your skin? If you have questions or concerns about your skin, talk to your doctor and discuss setting up a yearly skin exam. Find a doctor: http://ascn.io/6181NfJbP