Augusta Health

We were honored to welcome U.S. Congressman Ben Cline to our campus last Friday! He toured our Community Clinic and engaged in meaningful discussions on Medicaid funding and other key federal initiatives. We truly appreciate our legislators taking the time to learn more about the work we’re doing to support our communities. #CommunityCare #LegislativeVisit

The NEW Coalition television & digital ad,?#FacesofMedicaid, shares the potential threat to care for millions of Americans if Medicaid funding is cut.?https://lnkd.in/gd6avKwR Medicaid covers millions of children and their families, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. Cuts could put your neighbors and friends at risk of losing care. Send a letter to Congress ?? https://buff.ly/43auczV?

MUST WATCH:?The Coalition’s newest ad #FacesofMedicaid. Medicaid covers millions of children and their families, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities. With some in Congress considering cuts to this program, your neighbors and friends are at risk of losing care. Watch, share and comment on the ad below ?? https://buff.ly/3COqG3q?

Exciting news! Augusta Health proudly welcomes Leigh Williams, MHIIM, FHIMSS, FACHDM, CHCIO, as our new Vice President & Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective January 12, 2025. Since joining us in 2021, Leigh has been a driving force in advancing our technology strategy, fostering innovation, and enhancing collaboration across our organization. Join us in congratulating her on this well-deserved appointment! ???#Leadership?#Innovation?#AugustaHealth Read more:?https://loom.ly/qfZ8lP4

Congratulations to Dr. David B. Reid of Augusta Health on his appointment as Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis! A Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Fellow of ASCH, Dr. Reid is an award-winning author and respected expert in clinical hypnosis. He has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to the field, including honors for his publications and excellence in teaching. See the full release from ASCH below: The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) is pleased to introduce David B. Reid, PsyD, as Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis, beginning April 1, 2025.? ? Dr. Reid is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Fellow and Approved Consultant of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. He is an award-winning author of Hypnosis for Behavioral Health: Professionals Guide for Expanding Your Practice, and he has published several articles and book chapters on clinical hypnosis.? ? He has received numerous Presidential awards from ASCH and the Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis (SCEH) for his contributions to these societies. Dr. Reid has also been honored with awards for his peer-reviewed publications on clinical hypnosis (Milton H. Erickson Award, Ernest R. Hilgard Award, and the William S. Kroger Award).? In 2021, Dr. Reid was the recipient of the Erica Fromm Award for Excellence in Teaching from SCEH.? ? Dr. Reid is an adjunct professor at Saybrook University and Past President of Division 30 (Psychological Hypnosis) of the American Psychological Association.

We were proud to have had Clint Merritt, Krystal (Diehl) Moyers, and Roxanne Harris represent Augusta Health at the AHA Rural Health Care Conference! ???? They shared how strong partnerships play a vital role in keeping our communities healthy. Together, we’re building a healthier future! #RuralHealth #CommunityWellness #AugustaHealth #HealthcarePartnerships

Augusta Health is excited to announce the promotion of Vickie Taylor, DNP, MS, NE-BC, to Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), effective January 20, 2025. With over 30 years of service at Augusta Health, including 25 years in progressively responsible nursing leadership roles, Taylor has shown an unwavering commitment to excellence and a passion for enhancing patient care. Read the full story, here:?https://lnkd.in/eZs_Nufg

Augusta Medical Group is pleased to announce Cecilia Carpenter as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a visionary approach and a strong background in operational excellence, Carpenter will be instrumental in guiding Augusta Medical Group’s operations and enhancing the mission to deliver outstanding care to all community members. Read the full story, here:?https://loom.ly/hIpa0CE

We had productive discussions today in Richmond with our Senators and Legislators about supporting independent healthcare systems like Augusta Health. Proud to advocate for solutions that help us deliver on our mission to strengthen the health and well-being of all people in our communities. With Mary N. Mannix, FACHE Timothy Norton Kristopher Doan, FACHE Mark LaRosa Shirley Carter, MBA, CFRE #Healthcare #CommunityHealth #Virginia #HealthcarePolicy #Advocacy

Grateful for all the opportunities I have to contribute to figuring out how to provide the best Digital Day experience for our physicians and patients. Thank you, Augusta Health, MEDITECH, the American College of Health Data Management, and the inimitable Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation. We will do hard things together. #MakeMyDigitalDay #HopeforHealthcare