Foundation News

2024 Board of Directors

Since 2002, the Boone Hospital Foundation has supported Boone Health’s mission in improving health for the people and communities we serve. This includes programs like A1c tests for Community Wellness screenings; healing massage therapies for hundreds of stroke, palliative care and antepartum patients; Boone’s “Fit for Delivery” class to prepare expectant mothers with methods that aid in delivery and improve post-partum recovery. To accomplish this goal, the Foundation relies on donations from individuals, corporations, and organizations.

The Foundation’s Board of Directors are community members with a strong commitment to Boone Health and our 26-county service area. This year’s Board welcomes five fresh faces, all sharing the passion to enhance healing and build a healthier community and to share the stories of the impact made by giving the gift of health. We are delighted to announce the 2024 Board of Directors:

President: James Roller, MD

Vice President: Arlene Heins

Secretary: Jolene Schulz

Treasurer (and Boone Staff Representative): Drew Wilkinson

Boone Physician Representative: Dr. Joss Fernandez

Genie Rogers

Dr. Angie Hull*

Jack Franken*

Erica Pefferman*

Pat Hostetler*

Stephanie Goans*

Boone Health Trustee Representative: Jan Beckett

Boone Health Trustee Representative: Dr. Dianne Lynch

Foundation Coordinator: George Johnson

Executive Director: Monica Collins

*New to the Board

Dr. James Roller, President

Before joining the Foundation Board in 2022, Dr. Jim Roller served in private practice as a dermatologist for over 40 years and served on Boone’s staff since 1980. A long-time Columbia resident, he is married with two children and four grandchildren. He is a past-President and member of Rotary Club of Columbia. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre and Great Rivers Council Boy Scouts of America.

Arlene Heins, Vice President

Eight years ago, Arlene and husband Terry moved from Carrollton, Mo. to Columbia to be closer to family, including her daughter and son-in-law who are locally practicing physicians. This move also brought Arlene closer to her hometown of Frankenstein, Mo. Arlene retired as a high school teacher with teaching certifications in remedial reading, English, speech, drama and special education. She has returned part-time as an ESL teacher for adults with Columbia Public Schools. She is a University of Missouri Museum of Art and Archeology Board member, an Assistance League of Mid-Missouri member, and past-President of the Missouri Symphony League.

Arlene, her family, and close friends have called Boone their healthcare home for years, and she has a great deal of respect for Boone Health. A Foundation board member since 2022, she feels that in this ever-evolving world of medical care, it is important to adapt with the times while maintaining Boone’s high standards for quality patient care. By serving on the Boone Hospital Foundation Board, Arlene serves the community by helping Boone Health continue to thrive.

We look forward to introducing you to our Board members in the coming months. Each individual serves our community to help us all attain the best healthcare possible. We are grateful for their experience and willingness to serve Boone and mid-Missouri.

Save the Date!

The 2024 Boone Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament will be Monday, May 6, 2024

Proceeds from this year’s event support Boone Health’s Maternal and Child Health departments. To learn about tournament sponsorships or team registration, visit our website.

To learn more about the Foundation, visit our website at Boone.health/Foundation.