Leadership
As a 170-bed full-service hospital located in Russellville, Arkansas, we provide a comprehensive range of medical services and high quality care. We are a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region. Our Joint Commission accreditation powerfully demonstrates our commitment to meet the highest national standards for quality and safety.
But our most important mission here is to serve you and your family. So we combine the medical and technological resources of a regional center for healthcare with the warm, friendly and personal touch of a caring, compassionate staff.
The Strength To Lead
At Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, we understand the vital importance of healthcare in our community. So we’ve made an ongoing commitment to deliver the latest technology and a comprehensive range of services that sets us apart as a leader in healthcare for this region. For almost any medical condition, we can provide the advanced care you and your family deserve.
The Strength To Serve
Patient care is our highest priority at Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center. An extraordinary level of courteous and compassionate care is our only standard, and exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families is our constant goal. We also work closely with other healthcare providers, local leaders, businesses and other community organizations to promote wellness and to teach healthy lifestyles through education and outreach programs.
Board of Directors
The hospital’s Board of Directors includes community leaders and physicians which provide guidance and strategic leadership for the hospital’s operations. Members of the Board are:
Sharon Trusty-Kronberger, Chair
Served on the board since 1982
Has lived in the River Valley for 40+ years
Occupation: Senator Retired, Arkansas State Senate
Education: Arkansas Tech University, Undergraduate Community Service
Dr. Finley Turner
Served on the board since 1990
Has been in the River Valley for 48 Years
Occupation: Family Physician
Education: UAMS Medical School
Community Service: Friendship Services Board, Wesley Foundation Board (ATU)
Dr. Kevin Beavers
Served on the board since 2004
Has been in the River Valley 19 years
Occupation: Physician of Internal Medicine, Director of Saint Mary’s Sleep Lab
Education: Bachelor’s Degree – Zoology, University of Arkansas Monticello; UAMS Medical School: Fellowship in the American College of Physicians
Community Service: Director of Board for Arkansas Hospice, 2000-2005
Dr. Jeffrey Hale
Served on the board since March 2006
Has lived in the River Valley for 13 years
Occupation: Radiologist
Education: Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Judy Taylor
Served on the board since April 2006
Has lived in the River Valley for 21 years
Occupation: Certified Public Accountant
Education: Bachelor of Science, Arkansas Tech University
Community Service: Chairman of the Board, Russellville Chamber of Commerce, Life member of Russellville Junior Auxiliary, Past member of Main Street Russellville, Member of Russellville Symphony Guild
Dr. William G. Barron
Occupation: Family Practice
Jim Ed Gibson
Occupation: Pope County Judge
Kevin Moore
Occupation: Certified Public Accountant
Jeff Pipkin
Joined the Board in 2012
Has lived in the River Valley for the past 15 years
Occupation: President and CEO of the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce
President of the Arkansas Valley Alliance for Economic Development.
Community Service: Russellville Noon Rotary Club;
Board of Directors of the West Central Planning and Development District;
Board of Directors of the Arkansas Economic Developers Association;
Governor appointed member of the Arkansas River Basin Interstate Committee;
Board of Directors of the Arkansas-Oklahoma Port Operators Association
Saint Mary’s Board Chair Discusses Her Role and Importance of Collaboration…