Congratulations to everyone who participated in this year’s Tri for a Cure! As a proud annual sponsor of this inspiring event, Northern Light Mercy Hospital is honored to support the Maine Cancer Foundation’s mission and celebrate the more than $2.3 million raised this year, a record-breaking achievement that will help advance cancer prevention, screening, and care across Maine. We’re especially proud of our Mercy team members who trained, participated, volunteered, and cheered on the athletes throughout the day. Thank you for representing Mercy with such enthusiasm and for supporting an event that has such a meaningful impact on people and families across our state.
About us
Northern Light Mercy Hospital is an acute care hospital in Portland, Maine with a total of 230 inpatient beds. All rooms are 100 percent private. Private rooms enhance a speedy recovery and a more restful, less stressful stay for our patients. Beyond our doors, you’ll find the latest medical technology, used by a team of highly skilled doctors, nurses, physician assistants, therapists, and support staff. Alongside all of this technology, you’ll find care that recognizes each patient – body, mind, and spirit. Established in 1918 by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland and the Sisters of Mercy, Northern Light Mercy Hospital’s mission has always been to carry out the healing work of Christ by providing compassionate, accessible, clinically excellent healthcare, especially to the poor and disadvantaged. We advocate for a society in which all can realize their full potential and achieve the common good. We give priority to those that society ignores. Our community focus amounts to nearly $12 million in benefits annually. These benefits range from unreimbursed and pro-bono medical services to community education and prevention outreach. Northern Light Mercy Hospital is part of a non-profit organization and sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.
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https://northernlighthealth.org/Mercy-Hospital
External link for Northern Light Mercy Hospital
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Portland, Maine
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1918
- Specialties
- Cardiology, Eating Disorders, Cancer Care, Pediatrics, Maternity, Breast Health, Diabetes, Gastroenterology, Spine Surgery, Lymphedema Treatment, Palliative Care, Primary Care, Vein Care, Wound Healing, Orthopedics, and Ear, Nose, and Throat Care
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Employees at Northern Light Mercy Hospital
Updates
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The best outcome after a hospital stay is recovering safely at home. New federal data show that Mercy Hospital had one of the lowest rates in Maine of patients needing to return to the hospital within 30 days. It’s one more sign of the high-quality care our teams provide to our patients every day. The latest CMS Unplanned Hospital Visits dataset, which measures hospital-wide, all-cause 30-day readmissions, shows that Mercy Hospital had a readmission rate below 14 percent during the reporting period, one of only two hospitals in Maine to achieve this rate. Thank you to all of our teams who work so hard to make these outcomes possible!
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Record-breaking support for Maine families! The 31st Annual Bush Family Classic and Gala raised a record $600,000 for Gary’s House this week, making this the most successful event in the tournament’s history. ❤️ Thank you to President George W. Bush, First Lady Laura Bush, the Bush family, our sponsors, volunteers, golfers, and supporters for their generosity. Every dollar raised will help ensure families facing medical crises can stay close to loved ones receiving care, without the added burden of finding affordable lodging.
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Congratulations to Melissa Skahan, Vice President of Mission Integration at Northern Light Mercy Hospital, who was recently recognized by MEMIC for her leadership in workforce development. Under Melissa’s leadership, Mercy has created innovative pathways that help employees build skills, advance their careers, and move into high-demand healthcare roles through language instruction, educational partnerships, apprenticeships, and professional development opportunities. During the award presentation, MEMIC President and CEO Mike Bourque highlighted the program’s impact on employees, families, and communities across Maine. This recognition celebrates not only Melissa’s leadership, but also Mercy’s commitment to investing in people and creating opportunities that strengthen both our workforce and the communities we serve. Congratulations, Melissa, on this well-deserved honor!
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Congratulations to Melissa Skahan, Vice President of Mission Integration at Northern Light Mercy Hospital, who was recently recognized by MEMIC for her leadership in workforce development. Under Melissa’s leadership, Mercy has created innovative pathways that help employees build skills, advance their careers, and move into high-demand healthcare roles through language instruction, educational partnerships, apprenticeships, and professional development opportunities. During the award presentation, MEMIC President and CEO Mike Bourque highlighted the program’s impact on employees, families, and communities across Maine. This recognition celebrates not only Melissa’s leadership, but also Mercy’s commitment to investing in people and creating opportunities that strengthen both our workforce and the communities we serve. Congratulations, Melissa, on this well-deserved honor!
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We were proud to take part in this year’s Imagine Portland event this week, where businesses and community leaders gathered to celebrate organizations making a meaningful difference across our region. During the event, Marie Vienneau, President of Mercy Hospital, presented the Imagine Portland Champion Award to Sai Reddy Guntaka, owner of Taj Indian Cuisine. Taj was honored for its ongoing commitment to helping neighbors in need, including efforts to provide hot meals and support to community members across Greater Portland. In presenting the award, Marie reflected on the importance of leadership rooted in generosity, compassion, and service, noting that community impact is measured not only by success, but by how that success is used to lift others. Events like Imagine Portland are a reminder that strong communities are built through partnership, collaboration, and a shared commitment to caring for one another. Congratulations again to Sai Reddy Guntaka, his family, and the entire Taj Indian & Indo-Chinese Cuisine team on this well-deserved recognition. Thank you to the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce for hosting this meaningful event each year.
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We’re excited to announce that several new providers have joined our primary care team! Please join us in welcoming: • David Poor, MD to Windham • Patrick Butsch, MD to South Portland • Maria Theresa “Marites” Petropoulos, MSN, FNP to Falmouth • Matthew Mullen, NP to South Portland • Anne Smith, NP to Yarmouth • Hanna Campbell, PA to Falmouth We’re grateful to have these talented clinicians caring for patients and communities across the region. Read more about them here: https://ow.ly/Op6N50Z3koN
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We're proud to announce that Mercy Hospital has been recognized among the nation’s top performers for patient experience by Healthgrades as part of its 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards. This is Mercy's third year in a row receiving this recognition. Healthgrades recognized 373 hospitals nationwide with the award, representing the top 15% of hospitals for patient experience across 46 states. Award recipients achieved the highest overall experience scores based on patient survey data measuring 10 aspects of patient experience. According to Healthgrades, physician communication, nurse communication, and clear communication about care at discharge were the three factors most likely to influence whether a patient would recommend a hospital. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6gYl50Z3ckR
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It was a wonderful Sunday morning around Back Cove in Portland for the 2026 American Heart Association's Maine Heart Walk! Thank you to everyone who walked, volunteered, or donated to support heart health awareness throughout our community. We were proud to join people and organizations from across Maine in support of healthier lives and stronger hearts. We’re also grateful to Dr. Aline Iskandar of Northern Light Mercy Cardiovascular Care for helping raise awareness around hypertension and heart health on WMTW during World Hypertension Day. And congratulations to Chris Merritt, who was recognized with AHA’s Lifestyle Change Award, an honor that reflects the power of perseverance, wellness, and positive change. Thank you to the American Heart Association and everyone who made the day so meaningful.