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Shark attack survivor returns to thank her Sacred Heart care team

January 6, 2025

Teen reunites with 70 care team members who played a critical role in her journey to recovery after surviving a shark attack at Rosemary Beach, FL.

Milton resident finds relief from knee arthritis pain with surgery at Ascension Sacred Heart
February 10, 2025
Dr. Kurt Morrison, orthopedic surgeon with Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, FL, performed a successful knee replacement surgery, helping a patient find relief from knee arthritis pain.
Pensacola woman loses 122 pounds after bariatric surgery
February 10, 2025
A new mom credits weight-loss surgery for having a healthy experience into motherhood after seeking help from the Comprehensive Wellness Center at Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, Florida.
Ascension co-workers show support for a colleague with a high-risk pregnancy
February 5, 2025
An executive assistant at Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside received advanced maternity care for her high-risk twin pregnancy in Jacksonville, Florida.
Pensacola woman inspires coworker after weight-loss surgery success
January 31, 2025
Dr. Patrick Gatmaitan, bariatric surgeon at Ascension Sacred Heart Comprehensive Wellness Center in Pensacola, FL, provides personalized weight loss surgery options, helping patients improve their health and regain confidence through comprehensive care.
Pensacola Army vet transforms his health with bariatric surgery
January 14, 2025
Dr. Patrick Gatmaitan, a bariatric surgeon with Ascension Sacred Heart in Pensacola, Florida, helped an Army veteran with weight loss after an injury.
Pensacola woman regains independence with deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s
January 8, 2025
Sandra’s Journey with Parkinson’s: A New Lease on Life Through DBS