Mission Hospital, part of the Mission Health system under HCA Healthcare, is a leading full-service hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. It serves as the regional referral center for tertiary and quaternary care in Western North Carolina and the surrounding region. The hospital houses the region’s only dedicated Level II trauma center and children’s hospital. Mission Hospital is licensed for 795 beds and employs approximately 6,800 people, including more than 1,800 registered nurses.

• Trauma & Acute Care Surgery: Emergency general surgery for trauma patients.

• Orthopedic Trauma Services: Care for fractures and musculoskeletal injuries.

• Burn Care: Treatment for minor to severe burns.

• Spinal Cord Injury Care: Specialized treatment for spinal injuries.

• Pediatric Trauma Care: Dedicated services for injured children.

• Accreditation: Certified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level II Trauma Center.

• Patient Safety: Recognized for excellence in patient safety with an A grade from The Leapfrog Group.

• Mission: To provide high-quality, compassionate trauma care to the communities of Western North Carolina

• Vision: To be the leading provider of trauma services in the region, offering comprehensive care close to home.

• America’s 50 Best Hospitals (2020–2024) by Healthgrades.

• Magnet® Designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

• A Grade for Patient Safety from The Leapfrog Group (Fall 2023).

• Forbes’ America’s Best Employers (2023).