John L. Carey, M.D., C.M.D., Medical Director for Hospice of the Sacred Heart, is board certified in internal medicine, a Rheumatology Fellow, and a Certified Medical Director. Additionally, he has a Certificate of Added Qualification in Geriatrics. His practice sites include Intermountain Medical Group at Twin Stacks in Dallas, Wyoming Valley Health System, Mercy Hospital, Wilkes Barre, and several nursing homes. Dr. Carey is the Medical Director at Mercy Center, Dallas, Riverstreet Manor, Wilkes Barre, Manor Care, Kingston, and Keystone Gardens, Edwardsville.

Dr. Carey brings to his position as Medical Director for Hospice of the Sacred Heart more than thirty (30) years of practice in internal medicine. He enjoys a well-respected reputation among not only his colleagues, but also his patients. His commitment to uncompromising, compassionate care for patients with life-limiting illnesses is further demonstrated through his expertise in pain and symptom management.

Dr. Carey's demeanor redefines the phrase "gentle man". He resides in Dallas with his wife and two daughters.