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Comprehensive Healthcare Services in Lewiston, Maine
St. Marys Health System, founded in 1888, has provided compassionate healthcare services to the Lewiston-Auburn community for over 135 years. Our integrated system combines a 220-bed acute care hospital, primary care and specialty providers, behavioral health services, and senior care facilities to meet diverse medical needs. We reinvest all earnings into improving care quality, evidenced by $51.1 million in uncompensated care and $114.2 million in employee compensation over recent years. Guided by Catholic health ministry values, we prioritize holistic care for the whole person through advanced technology and a dedicated team of caregivers. Our leadership team maintains transparency through annual stewardship reports while pursuing national accreditations like the Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation.With locations across Androscoggin County, we deliver patient-centered care spanning pediatrics to geriatric specialties, supported by state-of-the-art facilities like the DNV-certified orthopedic surgery program. Our commitment to community health extends to wellness initiatives, substance use treatment, and partnerships addressing local healthcare disparities. Through myChart digital tools and comprehensive rehabilitation services, we ensure continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and home settings. As part of Covenant Health, we maintain regional leadership in behavioral health emergency services and medical education programs. Every decision reflects our core values of compassion, integrity, collaboration, and excellence established by the Sisters of Charity founders.
Services
Behavioral Health
Cardiology
Emergency Care
Primary Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Senior Health
Diagnostic Imaging
Substance Use Treatment
Rehabilitation Services
Pain Management
Highlights and features
- Established in 1888 with deep roots in the Lewiston-Auburn community
- Offers integrated care across 220-bed hospital and outpatient facilities
- Reinvests 100% of earnings into local healthcare improvements
- Maintains national accreditations for geriatric emergency care and orthopedic surgery
- Provides comprehensive behavioral health services including crisis stabilization
Associations and certifications
- National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA)
- American College of Emergency Physicians
- DNV GL Healthcare
Services
Behavioral Health Services
St. Marys provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare including inpatient units for adults and adolescents, day hospital programs, and substance use treatment. Our specialized Behavioral Emergency Department offers crisis stabilization with separate treatment areas for children and adults. The Center for Recovery provides same-day evaluations and structured inpatient treatment for addiction recovery.
Emergency Care
Our Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department delivers 24/7 care with specialized services for older adults. The facility includes interpreter services and coordinated care pathways, maintaining national accreditation for geriatric emergency care standards. Behavioral emergency services operate as a dedicated unit with family-informed design.
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic services include robotics-assisted knee replacement, joint replacement for hips and shoulders, and sports medicine. The DNV-certified program offers pre-surgical education classes and advanced technology for reduced recovery times. Specialties cover spine care, foot/ankle injuries, and upper extremity conditions.
Primary Care
Primary care providers offer preventive care, chronic condition management, and health guidance through regular check-ups. Services include wellness exams, immunizations, and coordinated specialty care referrals across multiple Androscoggin County locations.
Senior Health Services
Senior services include the dYouville Pavilion's rehabilitation center, memory care, and long-term skilled nursing. Our Age-Friendly Health System initiative focuses on chronic disease management for adults over 65, with specialized emergency care protocols and rehabilitation programs.
People
Win Brown
President, St. Marys Health System
With decades of healthcare leadership experience, Win Brown previously served as Executive Director of the Sisters of Charity Foundation and held executive roles at Lowell General Hospital and Heywood Healthcare. He earned advanced degrees in healthcare administration and business from the University of Minnesota and Husson University.
Jill Rollins
Chief Nursing Officer
Jill Rollins brings 35 years of nursing experience, including 20 years in leadership roles at Bridgton Hospital. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and focuses on improving clinical care quality and patient safety across the health system.
Sally Cooper
Chief Medical Officer
Board-certified psychiatrist Sally Cooper graduated from Princeton University and Yale School of Medicine. She specializes in general and child psychiatry, with leadership training from the Daniel Hanley Health Leadership Development program.
Joe Wood
Chief Financial Officer
Joe Wood has over 15 years of healthcare finance experience, including a decade as St. Marys Controller. He holds an MBA from the University of Maine and maintains HFMA Fellow status, overseeing financial planning and operations for the health system.
Marissa S. Varney
Administrator, dYouville Pavilion
With 30+ years in geriatric nursing, Marissa Varney leads St. Marys senior care community. She holds nursing and administration credentials, focusing on quality care delivery and staff development at the dYouville Pavilion facility.
Questions
What healthcare services does St. Marys offer?
We provide hospital care, behavioral health, cardiology, orthopedics, primary care, senior health, and emergency services across Androscoggin County.
When was St. Marys Health System established?
Our health system was founded in 1888 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint-Hyacinthe and has served the community for over 135 years.
Where are St. Marys facilities located?
Our main campus is at 93 Campus Avenue in Lewiston, Maine, with additional locations in Auburn and Poland.
Does St. Marys have emergency care?
Yes, our Level 3 Geriatric Emergency Department provides 24/7 care at 91 Campus Avenue in Lewiston.
What makes St. Marys different from other providers?
We combine Catholic health values with advanced technology, offering unique programs like Maine's only specialized behavioral emergency department.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact our main line at (207) 777-8899 or use myChart for primary care provider appointments across our network.
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