Hello to healing.

Kindness is a gift that each of us is born with. And when we share it, the goodness that’s released is amazing. This human connection is important to our well-being, but it’s essential when we’re sick and hurting. We know from experience that treating every patient with kindness, empathy, and respect is key to their healing. We call this power humankindness. It has driven us for more than 130 years. It advances the medical excellence we provide to our communities now. And it leads us forward every day.

Fincher received her undergraduate degrees in political science and public relations from the University of Central Arkansas and holds a master’s degree from University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

BRIAN FOWLER

Arkansas Surgical Hospital

Arkansas Surgical Hospital CEO Brian Fowler champions healthcare by ensuring staff and physicians are equipped with the necessary tools and resources to address the unique needs of every patient and their families. Fowler, along with the hospital’s surgeons and the leadership team, is focused on providing Arkansans with state-of-the-art orthopedic and spine procedures in a caring and compassionate environment. Under Fowler’s leadership, ASH continues to rank in the top 95th percentile for patient experience.

MIKE PERKINS

Baptist Health Medical Center

Mike Perkins is president of Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock. He has additional oversight for Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute (BHRI), Baptist Health Extended Care Hospital (BHECH) and Baptist Health College

Little Rock. Since joining Baptist Health more than 30 years ago, Perkins has served in various titles including president of Baptist Health Medical CenterNorth Little Rock; vice president and administrator of BHRI; and vice president and administrator of BHECH.

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SHANE FRAZIER

Pinnacle Pointe Behavioral Healthcare System

Located in Little Rock, Pinnacle Pointe Behavioral Healthcare brings hope and healing to children and adolescents by providing compassionate care to positively impact their emotional and behavioral health. Champion Shane Frazier, CEO, said the organization holds high expectations for employees, patients and families to ensure patients’ needs are met, that patients believe in their potential for success and that families are supported in a way that allows patients to thrive.

ADAM HEAD

CARTI

As president and CEO, Adam Head has been instrumental in guiding CARTI to achieve its vision of being “the cancer treatment destination.” Under his lead- ership, the not-for-profit provider has grown to 18 treatment locations across the state and recently opened Arkansas’ first dedicated cancer surgery center. Today, CARTI offers leadingedge medical, radiation and surgical oncology, interventional radiology and specialty services, including audiology, breast care, cancer genetics and risk management, dental care, imaging, urology and more.

GARY PAXSON, FACHE, RN, BSN, MS White River Health

Gary Paxson, RN, BSN, MS, FACHE, is the president and CEO for White River Health in Batesville. He is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and serves on the Board of the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care and the Arkansas Hospital Association. He is also a member of the Lyon College Board of Visitors, where he serves as chair of the Finance Committee. He also sits on the Arkansas Health Executives Forum board.

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BRIAN THOMAS

Jefferson Regional

As the health care industry continues to evolve, so does Jefferson Regional Medical Center in Pine Bluff. In the last two years, an all-inclusive cancer center has opened, three new robots have been added to the surgical department, several new clinics have been launched and construction began on a freestanding behavioral health and rehabilitation hospital. South Arkansas has never had more comprehensive medical care available. Champion Brian Thomas serves as president and CEO of Jefferson Regional.

TROY WELLS

Baptist Health

Troy Wells has been president and CEO of Baptist Health since June 2014. Prior to that, he served as senior vice president of administrative services for the Baptist Health system. Wells also previously served as CEO of the Arkansas Health Group and vice president of Practice Plus, which are divisions of Baptist Health that specialize in physician staffing within the system and the management of affiliated physician clinics. Wells earned a master’s degree in health-services administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and received a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville.

Health Care Clinics Arkansas Urology Conway Regional

Established in 1921, Conway Regional Health System provides complete health care services to the growing communities of north-central Arkansas. Conway Regional operates 17 specialtycare medical clinics; 9 primary-care clinics; 3 locations dedicated to after hours and emergency care; 4 locations providing imaging and lab services, and 5 rehab and therapy centers.

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center Claude Parrish Cancer Center

Harrison

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center staffs more than 850 employees, including 32 physicians, physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses. The Harrison-based Claude Parrish Cancer Center stands as a model health care facility, offering a comprehensive range of services including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hematology, nutritional support, social services and travel aid to patients in the community and surrounding areas.

UNITY HEALTHCARDIOLOGY CLINIC Searcy

The Unity Health–Cardiology Clinic provides world-class care, close to home. The award-winning clinic features expert cardiologists who provide treatment and diagnosis for a vast majority of heart and blood vessel conditions, from coronary artery disease to heart failure, irregular heartbeats and high cholesterol. With state-of-the-art technology, this expert cardiology team provides an array of heart health services to patients locally.

Wellness Recovery Medical Of Fayetteville

Fayetteville

Health Care Volunteer Organization

ARKANSAS NURSES FOUNDATION

Little Rock

ARKANSAS UROLOGY FOUNDATION

Little Rock

BLUE & YOU FOUNDATION

Little Rock

The Blue & You Foundation creates a state of better health for all Arkansans by investing in community-based organizations and grantee partners who are committed to improving the lives of