Singing River Gulfport Marks Five Years of Innovation, Excellence, and Community Impact
Singing River Gulfport is celebrating its five-year anniversary, marking a journey defined by growth, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to delivering quality care to the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Since joining the Singing River family in October 2020, Singing River Gulfport has rapidly evolved into a cornerstone of healthcare on the Coast—expanding access to advanced treatments, attracting top specialists, and introducing medical firsts for Mississippi. Within its first year, the hospital launched New Vision, a medical stabilization service that helps individuals safely manage withdrawal and begin recovery, as well as the Singing River Sleep Center. Cardiac care was expanded with a state-of-the-art Cath Lab, and the comprehensive Singing River Cancer Center opened later that year, bringing world-class oncology care closer to home.
Laurin St. Pé
CEO, Singing River Health System“This milestone represents more than five years of healthcare—it’s five years of hope, healing, and partnership. We are deeply grateful for the trust our community places in us and look forward to continuing this journey with even greater innovation and compassion in the years ahead.”
In the years that followed, Singing River Gulfport continued to push the boundaries of innovation. The hospital introduced Mississippi’s first MRI enhanced with artificial intelligence, offering greater precision in imaging and diagnosis, and became one of the first in the region to perform ACL repair using the BEAR implant, a breakthrough in orthopedic recovery. New specialty centers in cardiology, endoscopy, and pain management have since been added, and pediatric care recently expanded with the introduction of Singing River Kids & Tummies in Gulfport. These advancements underscore Singing River’s commitment to providing advanced care without the need to travel elsewhere.
Over five years, the hospital’s impact has extended far beyond medicine. Through partnerships with the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency, seven organ donors from Singing River Gulfport have provided 19 lifesaving transplants, while 58 tissue donors have improved outcomes for countless others. In collaboration with The Blood Center, 1,543 units of blood have been donated to help save lives and support patients along the Gulf Coast.
Heather Porter
Administrator, Singing River Gulfport“This anniversary is a celebration of our people and the passion they bring to caring for others. From opening new services to achieving medical firsts for our state, everything we’ve accomplished has been driven by the dedication of our team and the trust of our community. The past five years have laid a strong foundation, and the future holds even greater promise.”
At the heart of this success is Singing River’s team culture, united by a shared mission to improve health and save lives every day. Messages of gratitude and congratulations have poured in from team members, patients, and community partners, reflecting deep pride in what has been accomplished together.