Rural Health of Association of Tennessee celebrated National Rural Health Day on November 21st in Knoxville, Tennessee at our 30th annual conference, "30 Years Strong: Honoring our Past, Shaping our Future" The conference was a dynamic and engaging three days of learning from experts in rural health fields across the state, bringing together professionals within the healthcare field. It provided a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences, fostering growth and collaboration. Attendees were able to benefit from a diverse range of presentations and panel discussions delivered by leaders in Tennessee. Networking opportunities allowed attendees to establish valuable connections, share insights, and explore potential collaborations.
The Rural Health Awards Luncheon is RHA's distinguished event designed to recognize and honor outstanding achievements, exemplary contributions, and noteworthy accomplishments across rural health in Tennessee. It brings together individuals, professionals, and organizations deserving of recognition for their exceptional work, innovation, and dedication. We are honored to host this event to showcase excellence and highlight the positive impact of individuals in the healthcare field. Congratulations to the awardees who are presented below.
Awardees
Collaboration Award- Blue Care, United Healthcare, and Wellpoint, Tennessee Community Compass
Exemplary Project Award- Johnathan Greene, Lincoln Memorial University
Exemplary Project Award- Steve Parker, Henry County Medical
Bill Moats Meritorious Service Award- Mike Leventhal, Men’s Health Network (Tennessee)
Rural Health Hero Award- Walter Fletcher, ER Physician
Al Grant Award- Bill Jolley, HCA
Eloise Hatmaker Award- Bill Dobbins, Lobbyist
Rural Health Professional- JW Randolph, Deputy Commissioner for Health Strategy & Regulation
Rural Health Practitioner- Dr. Diana Dedmon, UTHSC College of Nursing
Advocate of the Year- Tennessee Commission of Children and Youth
President's Award- Cynthia Chafin, Middle Tennessee State University
*Currently not pictured* Workforce Apprentices- Maria Arrendondo-Hermon, Sharon Baker, Megan Brophy, Deirdre Childress, Sarah Grimes, Bruce Leonard, and Jyssie Molina.
To read more about these awardees, find the descriptions here.