Hello! For those living in Tucson or preparing to move here, I have some useful local health information for you today.

Last time, I introduced you to St. Joseph's Hospital, a landmark in central Tucson. Today, I want to talk about its sister hospital, Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital, which plays a vital role in the West Side of Tucson. If you live in the West Side or near downtown, this is a key comprehensive hospital you should know about.

A Medical History That Has Supported Tucson for Over 140 Years

St. Mary's Hospital is not just a "big neighborhood hospital." It is actually the first comprehensive hospital in Arizona, established in 1880! It would not be an exaggeration to say that it has been part of Tucson's history since nearly the beginning. Starting with the dedicated nursing of the sisters, it has grown into a large, modern comprehensive hospital with over 390 beds.

Like St. Joseph's Hospital, it is a non-profit hospital affiliated with the Catholic Church and serves as a core part of the strong healthcare network known as Carondelet Health Network in southern Arizona. With its deep history and tradition, the hospital is infused with years of accumulated medical expertise and a profound love for the community.

What Are the Specialties of St. Mary's Hospital?

As a comprehensive hospital, it excels in all areas of care, but there are a few fields where St. Mary's stands out with a unique reputation in Tucson.

Advanced Cardiac & Vascular Center
St. Mary's is known as a hub for treating heart and vascular diseases in the West Side of Tucson. A 24-hour emergency procedure team is fully operational for patients with urgent vascular conditions like acute myocardial infarction or stroke. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art cardiovascular imaging equipment and operating rooms, ensuring a high level of trust.

Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
This hospital actively implements a "robot-assisted surgery" system that reduces patient pain and speeds up recovery. It offers precise robotic surgeries for colorectal and general surgical procedures, significantly shortening hospital stays.

Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center
This center is well-known for helping those suffering from diabetic foot ulcers or chronic wounds that do not heal easily. It provides customized care to maximize wound recovery through specialized equipment like hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

The hospital is located at 1601 W. St. Mary's Rd., just west of the I-10 freeway and very close to downtown.

For those living in the beautiful desert neighborhoods of West Tucson or near downtown and the west campus of the University of Arizona (UA), it boasts excellent accessibility, just a 5-10 minute drive away.

At large university hospitals, it often takes a long time to park and walk to the main building, right?

In contrast, St. Mary's has a relatively intuitive and convenient parking layout, making it much easier to visit when you're not feeling well.

Of course, St. Mary's emergency room is open 24/7, 365 days a year. One of the biggest advantages of this hospital is that it is fully integrated with all medical infrastructure and patient information from its sister hospital, St. Joseph's, as mentioned earlier.

If you are admitted to the St. Mary's emergency room but it is determined that you need urgent treatment from the neuroscience team at St. Joseph's, immediate collaboration and smooth transfer care will take place. The two hospitals effectively cover the east and west sides of Tucson like two wings.

Before your visit, don't forget to check whether your health insurance is included in the "Carondelet network" through the official website or your insurance app!