Tracing its roots back to 1922, JPMC has become nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in healthcare. In 2013, JPMC became one of only 50 hospitals in the United States to earn certification by the International Organization of Standardization. Our mission is to provide healthcare and related ministries for the people we serve, especially the sick, the poor, and the powerless. We provide a network of interdependent healthcare facilities, programs, and services which are devoted to improving the well-being of those we serve. JPMC is a member of the St. John Health System which is sponsored by Ascension Health, the nation's largest Catholic health system.