The Baxley and Appling County Hospital Authority has appointed Andrea Graham as CEO of Appling Healthcare.
Graham has filled the role of Interim CEO since June of 2021. She has served the organization in a leadership capacity for the past six years: three years as Chief Operating Officer and, previously, three years as Director of Pharmacy.
Graham earned her Doctorate of Pharmacy from Mercer University in 2004. In 2020, she received the first Outstanding Servant Leadership Award from PharmD on Demand. Additionally, she has earned her Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma and was named Appling Healthcare’s Champion for Studor Group. She is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and is actively involved with the Georgia Hospital Association and Hometown Health.
“It is such an honor and a privilege to lead this organization,” said Graham. “I am inspired every day by the incredible staff who give so much of themselves to care for their friends, neighbors and family members. Appling Healthcare is a vital component to the health of our community and ensuring everyone has access to the care they need. I look forward to accelerating our progress toward providing the highest quality care for all patients.”
