CEO Update: September 26, 2025

Representing Our Region in Rural Health

This week I attended the New York State Rural Health Council meeting. The agenda included updates from the Office of Rural Health, review and adoption of the dental memo, and a presentation on the state’s Rural Health Transformation Plan.

I want to thank Karen Madden and her team for the work they are doing to move rural health forward. Workforce challenges, hospital financial concerns, and the need for continued advocacy were all raised as emerging issues, and I was glad to represent our region in that discussion.

Many of the priorities outlined align closely with our work at STHCS, particularly our Pathways to Care program and our ongoing efforts to support EMS agencies and strengthen the rural health workforce. These connections reaffirm the importance of the work we are leading locally.

Opening Doors to All

I’m thrilled to share that Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc. has received a grant from The Children’s Guild Foundation to support our Opening Doors to All project.

This funding will allow us to expand training rooms, upgrade technology, and install an elevator to ensure accessibility for all.

We are so grateful to The Children’s Guild Foundation for their generosity and commitment to helping every child and young adult thrive. This support moves us closer to our vision of creating an inclusive space where no one is left out.

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