Leadership
As a 89-bed full-service hospital, we provide a comprehensive range of medical services and high quality care. We are a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region. Our Joint Commission accreditation powerfully demonstrates our commitment to meet the highest national standards for quality and safety.
But our most important mission here is to serve you and your family. So we combine the medical and technological resources of a regional center for healthcare with the warm, friendly and personal touch of a caring, compassionate staff.
The Strength To Lead
At Jacksonville Medical Center, we understand the vital importance of healthcare in our community. So we’ve made an ongoing commitment to deliver the latest technology and a comprehensive range of services that sets us apart as a leader in healthcare for this region. For almost any medical condition, we can provide the advanced care you and your family deserve.
The Strength To Serve
Patient care is our highest priority at Jacksonville Medical Center. An extraordinary level of courteous and compassionate care is our only standard, and exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families is our constant goal. We also work closely with other healthcare providers, local leaders, businesses and other community organizations to promote wellness and to teach healthy lifestyles through education and outreach programs.
Board of Trustees
The hospital’s Board of Trustees includes community leaders and physicians which provide guidance and strategic leadership for the hospital’s operations. Members of the 2011 Board of Trustees are:
Martha Lavender, D.S.N., Chairperson
Braden Richmond, M.D., Vice Chairperson
Jim Edmondson, CEO, Secretary
Matt Akin
Deborah Curry, R.N., N.D.
Michael Herndon, D.O.
Russell Ingram, M.D.
Anthony Kingston
Beatrice Smith, M.D.
Russell Ulrich, D.O.
James Yates, M.D., Chief of Medical Staff
Physician Leadership Group
Every Capella-affiliated hospital has a Physician Leadership Group (PLG) with 6 to 10 members representing a cross-section of its medical staff. The PLG provides input to hospital leadership on all aspects of operations, including strategic development, key initiatives, quality improvement, patient and employee satisfaction, and more. Members of Jacksonville’s PLG are:
Russell Ulrich, D.O., Family Practice, National PLG Member
Rey Gavino, M.D., Internal Medicine
Braden Richmond, M.D., Obstetrics/Gynecology
James Yates, M.D., Internal Medicine
Shan Young, M.D., Obstetrics/Gynecology