AHN Wexford Hospital Marks Five Years of Regional Growth

The hospital’s operational footprint has grown rapidly, serving 150,000 emergency department patients, facilitating 30,000 surgeries, and welcoming over 7,000 newborns. Beyond core inpatient services, the facility has prioritized specialized care, including the region’s only labor and delivery unit in northern Allegheny County and a Level II neonatal intensive care unit. In 2023, the institution expanded its pediatric reach, integrating orthopaedic and ENT services specifically designed for acute medical conditions and neurodiverse patients.

Quality metrics have remained a central focus for the 800-person staff led by president Allan Klapper, MD. In addition to its three-year streak of CMS 5-star ratings, the hospital has earned Leapfrog’s "Straight A" safety designation and four years of patient experience recognition from Press Ganey. These clinical achievements are supported by the adjacent AHN Wexford Health + Wellness Pavilion, which provides an integrated pipeline for outpatient care, including cancer treatment, ambulatory surgery, and cardiovascular services. As a major employer in Pine Township, the hospital continues to function as a critical anchor for both local health access and advanced specialty care in the broader Western Pennsylvania region.