Inspired by the vision of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina Padre Pio, Casa San Pio of Appalachia has been organized as an apostolate of the Catholic Diocese of Lexington. The mission is to assemble a network of authentic and orthodox Catholic medical practices faithful to the Magisterium. The medical ministry is to serve the individuals, families, and communities within the Appalachian counties of the Lexington Diocese. Casa San Pio Medical Clinic Stanton, is a comprehensive multi-specialty medical practice located in Stanton, KY and is the first in the planned network of physician and medical practices to be located in Appalachian counties.