Allegheny Health Network

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) is a prominent integrated healthcare delivery system headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a non-profit organization, AHN is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services to communities across Western Pennsylvania and bordering regions of Ohio and West Virginia. AHN operates a robust network of 14 hospitals, including Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, which serves as its flagship academic and transplant center. The network also includes five tertiary-care hospitals, four community hospitals, and four "neighborhood hospitals," designed to offer convenient access to care. Beyond its hospitals, AHN boasts over 300 clinical locations, including health and wellness pavilions, ambulatory surgery centers, and a comprehensive research institute (AHN Research Institute). A subsidiary of Highmark Health, one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery and financing systems in the United States, AHN benefits from a broader network of resources and support. AHN's services span a vast spectrum of medical specialties, including but not limited to: Primary Care: Family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics. Specialty Care: Cardiology, oncology (cancer care), orthopaedics, neurology, gastroenterology, dermatology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, nephrology, pulmonology, rheumatology, and sleep medicine. Surgical Services: General surgery, bariatric surgery, neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery, and more, often incorporating advanced robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Dental Medicine: As indicated by the "AGH Division of Dental Medicine," AHN provides comprehensive dental services, including General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, and oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (e.g., through affiliations like Allegheny Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery). Emergency and Trauma Care: A network of emergency departments and trauma centers, including LifeFlight air medical transport. Women's and Children's Services: Including labor and delivery, high-risk obstetrical services, and neonatal intensive care units. Behavioral Health: Psychiatry and mental health services. Rehabilitation Services: Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other rehabilitative programs. Home Health and Hospice: Providing care in patients' homes. AHN is committed to medical education and research, serving as a clinical campus for medical schools like Duquesne University, Drexel University, and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. It also operates two nursing schools. The network leverages advanced technologies, such as Epic's "Look-Alikes" tool for diagnosing rare diseases, demonstrating its commitment to innovation and patient-centered care. With a workforce of approximately 23,000 employees and 2,600 affiliated physicians, AHN strives to deliver high-quality, accessible, and integrated healthcare to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves.