MOUNT VERNON — SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital has been recognized as one of the best hospitals in 2024-2025 for high performance in both diabetes and endocrinology as well as procedures and conditions related to pulmonology and lung surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

“Receiving this award exemplifies our commitment to enhancing patient care services across the region. At SSM Health, we prioritize treating the whole person — body, mind, and spirit. Our extensive network of specialists enables us to deliver comprehensive care and highlights how SSM Health is leading the way in specialized care across Southern Illinois,” Damon Harbison, president of SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital-Mount Vernon and St.

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