Mercy Hospital (Durango, Colo.). Mercy Hospital is an 82-bed acute-care facility and the largest, most advanced medical center in Southwest Colorado. Founded in 1882, it is part of Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health and remains a nonprofit hospital committed to community wellness. It is the only hospital in the region to receive a 5-star overall hospital quality rating from Medicare. The hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine surgery, cardiology, emergency and trauma care, and cancer treatment. In addition, Mercy Hospital integrates advanced technology like a 64-slice CT scanner and breast MRI with holistic healing elements like a labyrinth, a healing garden, a chapel and an executive chef-curated meal program. Its “Touch, Love, and Compassion” program offers complementary therapies such as healing touch, aromatherapy and guided meditation to support mind-body wellness. In fiscal year 2024 alone, Mercy provided $6.4 million in financial assistance for patients.