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# Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside In Jacksonville, FL, care teams at Ascension St. Vincent's Hospital and ER deliver personalized testing and care for your everyday health needs. Manage your family’s appointments more easily with the Ascension One app and online account FIND OUT MORE Compassionate care for everyday health needs Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida, is a full-service 528-bed hospital founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1916. Over the decades, the hospital expanded, with a new patient tower completed in 1968. In 1996, the Ascension St. Vincent's Health System acquired the facility. Today, it is a prominent hospital offering a range of specialty care, continuing its mission of compassionate healthcare for the Jacksonville community. In addition to 24/7 emergency care, we deliver advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our care teams listen to quickly understand your health needs and deliver care that's right for you. Ascension St. Vincent's is a destination for specialty care - including heart and vascular, stroke, brain and spine, lung health, cancer, orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, and women's health. We offer a wide range of minimally invasive procedures, imaging and lab tests, all on one campus. Emergency care close to home When you choose Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside for your family’s emergency care, you’ll get the right care, at the right place and at the right time. When care is needed right away, we’re close to where you are with 24/7 care for life-threatening and severe illness and injury — including heart attack, stroke, trauma and more. We listen to quickly understand your health needs. Then, we provide care that’s right for you. From the moment you enter the doors, we deliver compassionate care to help you and your loved ones through an emergency. When your child needs pediatric emergency care, our emergency room provides family-centered care. Children's needs are different from adults, so our doctors and care teams care for kids and their specific needs. Connected to specialized follow-up care Your care doesn’t stop when you leave the ER. Because we’re more than emergency care, you will be connected to follow-up care to support your care plan and recovery. We connect you to specialists in cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, pulmonology, and more. Your care team also helps you manage your medications and sends prescriptions to your local pharmacy or through Ascension Rx. And you will always have access to other services at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside, like imaging and lab. If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, go to the nearest ER or call 911. Recognitions The care teams at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside in Jacksonville, Florida, are dedicated to providing the best care to you and your family. Ascension St. Vincent’s is named a top-15 health system in the country. The hospital network is the only one in Northeast Florida and South Georgia that was named by Fortune and PINC AI (2024). Read more about our awards and recent news . 2026 awards Received an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the Spring 2026 grading period Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Award 2025 awards Received an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for the Fall 2025 grading period Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the USA, Soliant American College of Surgeons Surgical Quality Partner U.S. News and World Report: Best Regional Hospital High Performing Hospital - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair High Performing Hospital - Congestive Heart Failure High Performing Hospital - Diabetes High Performing Hospital - Heart Arrhythmia High Performing Hospital - Heart Bypass Surgery High Performing Hospital - Kidney Failure High Performing Hospital - Leukemia High Performing Hospital - Lymphoma & Myeloma High Performing Hospital - Lung Cancer Surgery High Performing Hospital - Pacemaker Implementation High Performing Hospital - Spinal Fusion High Performing Hospital - Stroke 2024 awards Fortune/PINC AI 15 Top Health Systems Women’s Choice Award Bariatric Surgery Obstetrics Orthopedics Comprehensive Breast Care Women’s Services Mammogram Cancer Care US News & World Report Best Regional Hospital High Performing Hospitals - Congestive Heart Failure High Performing Hospitals - COPD High Performing Hospitals - Diabetes High Performing Hospitals - Kidney Failure High Performing Hospitals - Knee Replacement High Performing Hospitals - Stroke High Performing Hospitals - Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Melanoma 2023 awards Women’s Choice Award Bariatric Surgery Obstetrics Orthopedics Comprehensive Breast Care Women’s Services Mammogram Heart Care Baby-Friendly Designation Maternity Care through Newsweek PRC Excellence in Healthcare Award - 5 Star Westside Emergency Room US News & World Report High Performing Hospital High Performing Hospital - Congestive Heart Failure High Performing Hospital - Diabetes High Performing Hospital- Stroke Reporting St. Vincent's ACO - Public Reporting Notices Wind Retrofit Ascension stories you'll love Health Education 7 hidden fall injury risks to watch for this season As summer winds down, busy schedules, sports and fitness routines can place new demands on your body. Here are seven seasonal habits that can increase your risk of injury in the fall — and simple tips to help prevent them. July 21, 2026 Health Education Urgent care vs. the ER: How to know where to go Visit the ER for serious illness or injuries when you need emergency care. Visit urgent care for minor injuries or illnesses that need same-day care. June 11, 2026 Patient Story A second chance after spine surgery in Jacksonville At Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside in Jacksonville, Florida, a local resident regained independence after spine surgery and rehabilitation with care from neurosurgeon Dr. Ali Chahlavi. May 27, 2026 Read more stories What sets us apart Leading cardiovascular care Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital is home to Jacksonville's leading cardiovascular program. Partners with Mayo Clinic Ascension St. Vincent's is partnered with Mayo Clinic to bring expertise in cancer care to Riverside. Joint Commission certified Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital is certified by the Joint Commission for hip replacement, knee replacement and spine surgery.