Ascension Saint Thomas River Park

In McMinnville, TN, Ascension Saint Thomas River Park and ER is a critical care hospital with advanced specialty care services.

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Compassionate care for everyday health needs

Ascension Saint Thomas River Park in McMinnville, Tennessee, is a full-service hospital providing 24/7 emergency care. We offer treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Our dedicated care teams carefully listen to your health needs and provide personalized care. Ascension Saint Thomas River Park is a local hub for specialized care, including heart and vascular care, general surgery, breast health, obstetrics, and maternity services. For expecting moms and families, our OB-GYNs and our maternity care teams at the Family Birthing Center at Ascension Saint Thomas River Park offer personalized birthing experiences and advanced neonatal care for sick and preterm babies. We also provide a wide range of minimally invasive procedures, imaging, lab tests, rehabilitation services, and inpatient dialysis – all on one campus.

At Ascension Saint Thomas River Park, we take pride in continually improving our healthcare system to better serve our community. We are committed to offering care options personalized to your needs. We are excited to announce plans for expanding our emergency department and intensive care unit, and opening a sleep lab. Learn more about our expansion and how we are serving our community. 

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Recognitions

  • Chest Pain Certification by The Joint Commission
  • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) five-star rated hospital
  • "A" Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group

Leapfog Award Seal

Top stories at Ascension Saint Thomas

News2 anchor, Hayley Wielgus, shares her family story of the premature birth of her youngest daughter, Jordan.
Patient Story

Nashville news anchor shares gratitude for care during daughter’s premature birth

Hayley Wielgus had a premature birth at Ascension Saint Thomas, where support from the care team helped her daughter thrive after a four-week NICU stay.
November 19, 2024
Carol Bierl the first patient in Tennessee to undergo a robotic tracheobronchoplasty, a specialized surgery to restore the natural shape of her airway, at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West.
Patient Story

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West performs first robotic tracheobronchoplasty in Tennessee

Thoracic surgeon Dr. John Lazar at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Tennessee treated a patient’s severe airway condition with a robotic-assisted tracheobronchoplasty.
November 8, 2024
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band member, legendary musician John McEuen.
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Legendary musician credits Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West for life-saving cardiac surgery

John McEuen, a founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Bands is celebrating his life, thanks to the expert cardiac care he received at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West in Nashville.
October 14, 2024
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