Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West is a 395-bed acute care hospital serving Nashville's west side and surrounding communities, providing comprehensive medical and surgical services grounded in the healing mission of the Daughters of Charity. As one of three Ascension Saint Thomas campuses in the Nashville metropolitan area, Hospital West serves as a community anchor hospital with strong primary and specialty care capabilities. The hospital's Heart Institute provides comprehensive cardiovascular care — from advanced diagnostic imaging and stress testing to interventional procedures and electrophysiology services. The Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Institute is recognized for its outcomes in coronary artery disease treatment, heart failure management, and arrhythmia care. Orthopedic services, including joint replacement and sports medicine, are among the hospital's highest-volume programs. Oncology services are delivered through the Ascension Saint Thomas Cancer Center, providing multidisciplinary tumor board review, chemotherapy infusion, radiation therapy, and navigation services. Women's services include a high-volume labor and delivery program with Level III NICU capabilities. The hospital maintains strong emergency services, a dedicated chest pain center, and robust hospitalist and intensivist programs to ensure continuous high-quality inpatient care.
