Welcome to St. Joseph’s/Candler’s
Dear Friends,
Welcome to St. Joseph’s/Candler!
Ours is an historic legacy of the highest in healthcare excellence, proudly serving the residents of Savannah, coastal Georgia and the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Throughout all these progressive strides, our mission has been simple and constant: Rooted in God's love, we treat illness and promote wellness for ALL people.
We are the largest and only faith-based, mission-driven healthcare provider in the region. During our 28-plus years as a health system, we have witnessed incredible breakthroughs in medical technology, advancements in disease management and prevention and tremendous improvements in patient care and safety. Throughout all these progressive strides, our mission has been simple and constant: Rooted in God’s love, we treat illness and promote wellness for ALL people.
Today at St. Joseph’s/Candler, we pride ourselves on offering “smart medicine”, an integration of the latest medical technologies and procedural advancements in disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. In partnership with highly skilled physicians, our Magnet-recognized nursing staff and our unparalleled commitment to community outreach, we proudly embrace our role as the region’s preferred healthcare provider.
We also embrace the complexity of the digital age, its related technologies and various platforms that can serve as a positive impact on a person’s health and well-being. As such, it is our intention to be your family’s healthcare partner—to engage with you by offering important healthcare resources. It is our hope that this site will be used to its full potential: as a personal healthcare tool and reference portal to specific health information that both educates and inspires you and your family to live smarter and healthier lives.
At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we never lose sight of the fact that people have a right to choose their healthcare provider. It’s a sacred trust that we never take for granted and one that we work hard every day to earn.
It is always our pleasure to serve you.
Paul P. Hinchey
President & CEO
About Our CEO
Paul P. Hinchey is an accomplished healthcare executive with a distinguished career leading St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System as President and CEO. With over 32 years at the helm, Hinchey has guided the system through significant growth and transformation, solidifying its reputation as the region’s largest and most advanced healthcare provider. His leadership is marked by a strategic focus on integrating cutting-edge medical technologies and innovative practices in disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment and creating access to healthcare services were people live and work.
Hinchey’s credentials include extensive experience in healthcare management, where he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to both clinical excellence and compassionate care. Under his leadership, St. Joseph’s/Candler has become a leader in community health initiatives, often recognized for its people-first mission and its dedication to serving the diverse needs of Savannah, coastal Georgia, and the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Our Commitment to You
At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we are dedicated to more than just treating illness—we are committed to supporting your whole health and well-being with compassion and excellence. From your first visit, our focus is delivering high-quality care tailored to your needs, backed by the latest medical innovations. You can trust us to provide intentional, personalized service at every step of your healthcare journey.
Your health is our priority, and we are honored to be your partner in achieving a better, healthier future.
Patient-Centered Care: We put you at the center of everything we do. Your needs, preferences, and values guide our approach to care.
Innovation and Excellence: We are constantly advancing our services and treatments to ensure you receive the highest quality of care.
Community Involvement: We are deeply committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.