Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside has been named one of the Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S. by Soliant Health, earning 16th place nationwide and standing as Florida's only hospital on the prestigious list. Read more about the recognition here.

With 1,369 votes from our community, this recognition reflects the deep connection our neighbors feel to this historic institution and its stunning riverfront setting.

Founded in 1916 by the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul, St. Vincent's Riverside has been a cornerstone of Jacksonville's healthcare landscape for over a century. The hospital's breathtaking location along the St. Johns River provides a naturally calming environment that has offered comfort to generations of patients and families.

This recognition celebrates not just our physical setting, but the healing that happens here — where groundbreaking medical care meets a legacy of compassionate service to all, especially the poor and vulnerable. Our Riverside campus is home to Jacksonville's first open-heart surgery program and continues to serve as a vital tertiary care facility.

Your support of Ascension St. Vincent's Foundation helps us continue enhancing the patient experience at this beloved institution. When donors invest in patient comfort initiatives, facility improvements, and healing environment enhancements, they're contributing to a tradition of excellence that spans generations.

The community's strong support in this contest reminds us that St. Vincent's Riverside holds a special place in Jacksonville's heart. This recognition motivates us to keep investing in both the exceptional care and the environments where that care is delivered.

Thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support our mission of providing compassionate, excellent healthcare in this historic and beautiful setting. Together, we're ensuring that St. Vincent's Riverside remains a beacon of hope for Northeast Florida.

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