CHI St. Vincent Infirmary is Arkansas's oldest continuously operating hospital, founded in 1888 as "The Charity Hospital" by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth. It was established with a commitment to the healing mission of the Catholic Church, emphasizing values of reverence, integrity, compassion, and excellence. The hospital has evolved over the years, expanding its services and facilities to become a leading healthcare provider in Central Arkansas. Today, it is part of the CHI St. Vincent Health System, a regional network serving central and southwest Arkansas with a strong focus on community care and advanced medical services. The Infirmary is particularly noted for its Heart Institute, which is the largest in the state and offers comprehensive cardiac care, including open heart surgery.

• Heart & Vascular Care: Advanced heart institute with excellent patient outcomes.

• Neurosciences: Specialized care for complex head, neck, and spine conditions.

• Cancer Care: Customized treatment from diagnosis to remission.

• Behavioral Health: Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs.

• Primary Care: Comprehensive care for families.

• High-Quality Care: Recognized for excellence in cardiac surgery and heart care.

• Advanced Technologies: Utilizes state-of-the-art equipment for accurate diagnoses and treatments.

• Patient Outcomes: High performance in treating heart conditions and other procedures.

• Patient Experience: Mixed reviews, with some areas needing improvement.

The vision of CHI St. Vincent Infirmary is to create "a healthier future for all" by providing compassionate, innovative, and accessible healthcare.

mission is to "nurture the healing ministry of the Church" by emphasizing human dignity and social justice, serving the community with reverence, integrity, compassion, and excellence, all rooted in their Catholic faith

• American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award (2024): Recognized for excellence in treating heart attack patients.

• Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI (2024): Acknowledges exceptional heart attack care.

• U.S. News & World Report Rankings: Best hospital in Arkansas for cardiology and heart surgery.