PLANO, Texas, 13 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CHC announced today that the Board of Directors of Freestone Medical Center (FMC) Melissa Wilson as FMC’s next Chief Executive Officer. Wilson will assume her new role 19 August 2024and her first day in the hospital will be 21 August 2024. She is successful John Yearleywho is retiring after six years as CEO of FMC.
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“We are very pleased, Melissa Wilson to Freestone Medical Center,” said George RobinsonChair of the Board of Directors of FMC. “Melissa is a proven leader with a deep understanding of rural healthcare. Her strategic vision, operational expertise and commitment to patient-centered care make her our ideal next CEO to lead FMC into the future.”
Wilson brings over 24 years of healthcare experience to FMC, including more than 14 years as CEO, administrator and COO in nonprofit rural healthcare organizations, government and field. Most recently, she served as CEO of Concho County Hospital in Eden, Texasand previously as Chief Operating Officer for Dimmit Regional Hospital, Carrizo Springs, Texaswhich was held in partnership with Methodist Healthcare System-San Antonio.
Wilson has an impressive track record of improving operational efficiency, patient care, and driving growth for healthcare organizations. Wilson is also a retired Major from the U.S. Air Force Medical Service, where she honed her skills in strategic planning, financial management, and regulatory compliance.
“I am honored to have been selected to lead Freestone Medical Center,” said Melissa Wilsonfuture CEO. “The hospital has a long tradition of providing quality care to the community, and I am committed to continuing that legacy. I look forward to working with the talented team at FMC to ensure we continue to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our patients.”
Wilson is currently a doctoral student in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Keiser University. She holds a Master of Science in Business Organizational Management from the University of LaVerne, La Verne, Californiaand a BS in Psychology from Wright State University, Dayton, Ohio.
Wilson’s appointment comes during a transition period for FMC. Yeary, who has served as CEO since 2018, is retiring after a distinguished 42-year career in healthcare. Under Yeary’s leadership, FMC has achieved significant milestones, including strengthening board-physician relationships, expanding FMC’s services with new clinics in the buffalo And Teague communities; and supporting technological advances such as moving the hospital’s IT platform to the cloud to improve efficiency and security.
“We are grateful for John’s many contributions to Freestone Medical Center,” Robinson said. “He was a tireless advocate for our patients and our community. We wish him well in his retirement.”
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Community Hospital Corporation owns, manages and consults on hospitals through CHC Hospitals, CHC Consulting and CHC ContinueCARE. Freestone Medical Center is managed by CHC.
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About Freestone Medical Center
The Freestone Medical Center (FMC), a 37-bed acute care facility, served Freestone County and surrounding communities for more than 75 years. The hospital is operated as a not-for-profit hospital and managed by the Community Hospital Corporation. Patients benefit from the latest medical technology as well as comprehensive health care provided by highly trained physicians, nurses and professional staff. Medical services include a 24-hour emergency department, designated as a Level IV trauma center, laboratory, imaging, inpatient care and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Freestone Health Clinics provide primary health care for all ages.
For more information, visit https://freestonemc.com/.
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