Franciscan Health Lafayette, part of the Franciscan Alliance, is a nonprofit, Catholic health system serving Lafayette, Indiana, and the surrounding region. The hospital system includes Franciscan Health Lafayette East (primary acute care and surgical facility) and the historic Lafayette Central campus. With a legacy dating back to 1876, Franciscan Health Lafayette is recognized for its clinical excellence, compassionate care, and commitment to the community. The hospital is licensed by the Indiana State Board of Health and is a member of the Catholic Health Association of the United States, the Indiana Hospital Association, and the American Hospital Association

• Cardiology and cardiovascular surgery.

• Gastrointestinal surgery and care.

• Pulmonary and critical care.

• Orthopedic and joint replacement surgery.

• Cancer care (Commission on Cancer accredited).

• Stroke care (Primary Stroke Center).

• Neonatal intensive care.

• Inpatient rehabilitation and behavioral health.

• Women’s health and obstetrics

• Patient experience rating 12% higher than the national average.

• Top 5% in the nation for clinical quality and patient outcomes

• Consistently recognized for superior outcomes in surgical, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary care

• 5-Star CMS rating for quality and patient safety

Mission:

• Carry forth Christ’s healing ministry and strengthen the Catholic health care mission.

• Provide a broad, coordinated continuum of health care services with an emphasis on improving the health of persons and communities.

• Treat the mind, body, and spirit with holistic and comprehensive medical options.

• Be advocates for those in need, especially the aged, poor, and disabled

Vision:

• Make a significant difference in the communities served through Catholic health services.

• Be a healing and spiritual presence for each other and the communities served

• America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025) – Healthgrades.

• Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022–2024) – Healthgrades 

• Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2025) – Healthgrades 

• Top 3 in State for Critical Care (2025) – Healthgrades 

• #1 in State for Gastrointestinal Surgery and Care (2024) – Healthgrades 

• Pulmonary Care Excellence Award (2025) – Healthgrades 

• Five-Star Recipient for Heart Attack and Heart Failure Care (2023–2025) – Healthgrades 

• Commission on Cancer (COC) Accreditation – American College of Surgeons 

• Primary Stroke Center Certification – Accreditation Commission for Health Care 

• Get With The Guidelines Gold Plus Heart Failure Award – American Heart Association 

• 5-Star Hospital Facility – Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)