awarded the esteemed MVP Award. This significant recognition celebrates her exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to providing outstanding care for both patients and staff.
The MVP Award was formally presented to Emily Rowe by Blue Ridge Regional Hospital’s CEO and CNO, Dr. Tonia W. Hale, at a recent leadership meeting held in Asheville, NC. The award highlights Emily’s tireless efforts and significant positive impact on the hospital’s units and the overall patient experience.
“Emily consistently demonstrates the qualities of an exceptional leader,” said Dr. Tonia W. Hale, CEO and CNO for Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. “Her dedication to her team and her commitment to our patients’ well-being is truly commendable. Emily’s leadership makes a real difference every day, fostering an environment of excellence and compassion. We are incredibly grateful for her contributions and are thrilled to recognize her with this well-deserved MVP Award.”
Rowe’s leadership has been instrumental in fostering a supportive work environment, implementing best practices, and improving patient outcomes. Her commitment extends beyond her managerial duties, positively influencing the morale and effectiveness of her colleagues. It was especially noted that Emily frequently goes above and beyond to brighten her patients’ days, including often singing to them, a simple yet profound act of compassion that embodies the spirit of the hospital’s patient-centered care.
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital is committed to recognizing the hard work and dedication of its staff who go above and beyond to fulfill the hospital’s mission of providing high-quality, compassionate care to the mountain communities it serves. Emily Rowe exemplifies this commitment, and her receipt of the MVP Award is a testament to her outstanding service.
ABOUT BLUE RIDGE REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a community hospital serving Mitchell, Yancey, lower Avery and upper McDowell counties. Located in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Regional Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital operating 25 beds. Blue Ridge Regional Hospital offers medical specialties including emergency services, prenatal and postnatal obstetrical care, wound clinic, cardiac stress testing, cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, nuclear medicine, 3D mammography, endoscopy services, critical care, rehabilitation services and fitness center, cancer services, orthopedics, general surgical services, pediatrics and family medicine, and walk-in, non-emergency care at Mission My Care Now Spruce Pine. For more information, please visit missionhealth.org/blueridge.
