News Summary
Memphis healthcare institutions have made significant leadership changes, including Angel Parker-Heffner’s promotion at Regional One Health and Tiffany Rooks’ new role in oncology services. Baptist Memorial Health Care welcomed Dr. Raymond Osarogiagbon as the first executive officer for community site engagement, while Felisha Pettis has been appointed nursing director at Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett. Additionally, the UrbanArt Commission has chosen local artists for a mural project, and Rhodes College has been recognized as a Best Value College for 2025, further enhancing the city’s educational landscape.
Memphis, Tennessee – Local Healthcare Leaders Announced
Memphis has seen significant advancements in its healthcare leadership with several key appointments and promotions at notable institutions. Angel Parker-Heffner has been promoted to vice president of operations at Regional One Health, effective immediately. In her new role, she will be responsible for ensuring operational effectiveness and proactive planning to enhance employee and patient success.
Parker-Heffner brings extensive experience to her position, having previously held leadership roles at both St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and served as Adjunct Faculty at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and Bethel University. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) from the University of Memphis, equipping her with a solid background for her elevated role in the healthcare system.
Another significant appointment at Regional One Health is Tiffany Rooks, who has been named vice president of oncology services. Rooks will oversee the system’s academic oncology practice and the Regional One Health Cancer Center. She has played a pivotal role in the organization for nearly five years, initially joining as the inaugural director of the Cancer Center. Rooks holds an MBA from Bethel University, which supports her efforts in managing oncology services effectively.
In addition to these local appointments, the leadership at Baptist Memorial Health Care has also experienced a change. Dr. Raymond Osarogiagbon has become the first executive officer for community site engagement with the SWOG Cancer Research Network. In his ongoing role as chief scientist for Baptist Memorial Health Care, Dr. Osarogiagbon is leading initiatives such as the Baptist Cancer Center’s Mid-South Miracle, which aims to reduce lung cancer deaths by at least 25% by the year 2030 in the Mid-South region.
Furthermore, Felisha Pettis has been selected as the new nursing director of Medical Surgical Services at Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett. In this capacity, she will oversee the operations of the hospital’s Medical Surgical Unit. Pettis brings over 15 years of clinical and leadership experience to her new role and has held positions such as Chief Nursing Officer at Select Specialty Hospital in Memphis. She is currently pursuing an MBA in Healthcare Management at Belhaven University and holds her Nurse Executive Advanced board certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Other Notable Developments in Memphis
In addition to these healthcare leadership changes, the UrbanArt Commission selected five local artists for a mural installation at the mile-long Chelsea Wall in North Memphis. The chosen artists are Jamond Bullock, Derikah Scott, Charlie Forrester, Wilson Whitlock, and Daria Redd. The UrbanArt Commission, a Memphis-based nonprofit, focuses on enhancing public spaces through art and has completed over 150 installations throughout the city.
On the economic front, West Tennessee Bank announced the expansion of its Germantown location into a full-service banking branch situated at 7505 Capital Drive. This branch will be staffed by four experienced professionals, including Branch Manager Karey Tate, to cater to the local community’s banking needs.
In education, Rhodes College has earned recognition as one of the nation’s Best Value Colleges for 2025 by The Princeton Review, marking the seventh consecutive year the college has received this honor. Rhodes College achieved an ROI score of 91 out of 99. Additionally, the college also made it to Money’s Best Colleges in America list for the fourth consecutive year, receiving four out of five stars for quality of education, affordability, and student outcomes.
These developments reflect Memphis’s commitment to enhancing its healthcare system, education, and economic growth, demonstrating a collective effort to improve the quality of life for its residents.
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