Flowers Hospital has named Curtis Herrin as its new chief financial officer. Herrin most recently served as the vice president of financial operations at UPMC Pinnacle Memorial Hospital in York, Penn. Herrin has also served as chief financial officer at many other hospitals and healthcare systems across the country. “I am confident that Curtis’ knowledge and expertise will prove to be invaluable for our hospital and medical group,” said Heath Phillips, Flowers Hospital chief executive officer. “His exte... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital has named its 2018 employee and managers of the year. Bill Woodham, plant operations coordinator, was named the Employee of the Year. Barbara Spann, director of hospitality services, was named Non-Clinical Manager of the Year. Jon Joiner, director of cardiovascular services, was named Clinical Manager of the Year. These awards are the highest honor bestowed on hospital staff members and were announced at a special ceremony in October. “Healthcare requires a special blend of talents and ... ... Read More

As the region works to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Michael, healthcare facilities are seeing an increase in patients. Flowers Hospital Chief Executive Officer Heath Phillips says Flowers Hospital is committed to serving the healthcare needs of all of those affected by the storm. “Many healthcare facilities in the Florida panhandle suffered severe damage during the hurricane, leaving a smaller number of hospitals and clinics in operation and reducing their ability to care for patient... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital has undergone preparations to continue caring for our patients as well as those who may come to our emergency department as Hurricane Michael approaches our area. Our physicians, nurses and other staff will continue to work diligently to keep our patients and visitors safe during any significant weather. To help ensure the safety of our patients and staff, all elective, outpatient procedures currently scheduled for Wednesday, October 10, 2018 are being rescheduled based on patient need ... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Matt Blevins as its new chief operating officer. Blevins joins Flowers Hospital with more than 20 years of healthcare administration experience and most recently served as chief executive officer at Barstow Community Hospital in Barstow, Calif. He has served in other executive leadership positions, including chief executive officer and chief operating officer, at various hospitals around the country and has also provided legal consulting services f... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital is proud to recognize ten outstanding employees who exemplify the superior service performance standards put in place by Flowers Hospital and its Community Cares program. These employees have proven to be essential in the hospital’s achievement and maintenance of a culture of service and operational excellence. Winners are as follows: Emmanuel McKisseth, Utility Technician in Environmental Services: Winner of the Positive Attitude Standard of Performance award Hilary Slother, RN, BSN, C... ... Read More

Eleven students graduated from Flowers Hospital’s Surgical Technology Program on August 16 at a ceremony held at the hospital. The 11-month program combines classroom instruction and clinical experiences to train students to successfully function as surgical technologists in the operating room. This year’s graduates are Brandy Bell, Andrew Bloodworth, Sydney Borener, Audris Brown, Jayden Buivis, Katie Krista, Ashton Crick, Raygan Parr, Erin Reed, Blaine Sellers and Nate Sidebottom. Prior to graduation f... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital has announced Anna Reeves, RN, BSN, as its new director of education. Reeves replaces Marilyn McKissack, former director of education, upon her retirement. Reeves will be responsible for the ongoing education and training for the hospital’s clinical employees as well as work with the hospital’s executive team members to ensure standards, policies and procedures are effective, efficient and meeting national standards. “Anna is a valuable part of the Flowers Hospital team and has proven t... ... Read More

Flowers Hospital is proud to recognize ten outstanding employees who exemplify the superior service performance standards put in place by Flowers Hospital and its Community Cares program. These employees have proven to be essential in the hospital’s achievement and maintenance of a culture of service and operational excellence. Winners are as follows: Jada Stokes, Phlebotomist in the Laboratory: Winner of the Positive Attitude Standard of Performance award Grace Fischl, RN, BSN on 3 South: Winner of the... ... Read More

The Dothan Area Young Professionals has selected Benton Cybulsky, Assistant Chief Executive Officer, and Emily Darnell, Director of Marketing, for the Dothan Area Young Professionals 20 Under 40 class of 2018. This recognition honors 20 professionals under the age of 40 in the Dothan or Wiregrass area for their accomplishments and contributions to both their business and community. Nominees were selected based on their demonstration of excellence in pursuit of their career goals, civic leadership, phila... ... Read More