Investing in Excellence

As Carolina Health Centers continues to grow in our communities, our staff continue to stay committed, dedicated, and striving for excellence! We would like to congratulate the following staff members on their new promotions.

Bonnie Lee has been promoted to Vice President of Corporate Compliance and Privacy.

"The Vice President of Corporate Compliance & Privacy provides executive leadership for CHC’s compliance, privacy, risk management, patient safety, infection control, and regulatory readiness programs, supporting safe, ethical, and high-quality care across all sites."

"It takes a village to achieve great things, and every person plays an important role in the journey."

Jessica Jacobs has been promoted to Vice President of Integrated Services.

"In this role, I am responsible for evaluating and improving the integration of service delivery at CHC. My goal is to ensure seamless care delivery regardless of which department is currently serving the patient. I continue to retain direct oversight of our Behavioral Health Department, Early Childhood Services Department, as well as our Infectious Disease and Addiction Outreach and Support Services."

"I am so proud of CHC for being a leader in healthcare integration. When we treat the whole person, we see

better outcomes. Not just better health outcomes. Of course, we do see better health outcomes, but that patient's life is impacted for the better. When the whole person is treated and treated well, we see and healthier and

more engaged patient. Healthier and more engaged patients lead to healthier and more engaged communities.

I am honored to be able to be a part of that and for the trust CHC has placed in me.

I am very excited to see where we go from here! "

Nikki Richard has been promoted to Director of Clinical Support Services.

Derek Banister has been promoted to Director of Operations.

Dr. Emilee Young-Rizk has been promoted to Deputy Director of Pediatrics.

Jessica Thomas has been promoted to West Regional Manager of Clinical Support Services.

"As the West Regional Manager of Clinical Support Services for Carolina Health Centers, I collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to support the success of multiple practices throughout the region. My role is centered on strengthening clinical operations, promoting consistency and quality across sites, and ensuring our teams have the tools, resources, and support needed to provide outstanding patient care."

Holley Anderson has been promoted to West Regional Manager of Operations.

"I am excited to step into my new role helping oversee the daily operations of our western region sites, including The Children's Center, The Village Family Practice, Pendergrass Family Practice, Lakelands Pediatrics & Family Practice, Beckman, Calhoun Falls Family Practice, and McCormick Family Practice.

Having spent the past 21 years in pediatrics, this transition into family medicine will certainly be a learning experience. However, I am excited about the opportunity to bring the knowledge and perspectives I've gained in pediatrics to family medicine while also learning from the unique strengths and processes within family practice.

I look forward to building relationships with each team, supporting our staff and providers, and working together to continue providing excellent care to our patients. I'm grateful for this opportunity and excited about what we can accomplish as one team moving forward."

"Growth requires the courage to embrace change. I'm excited to step in to this new position, grateful for the experiences that brought me here and looking forward to the opportunities ahead to serve, lead, and continue making a meaningful difference here at CHC." 

Charlene Blakely has been promoted to East Regional Manager of Clinical Support Services.

"As East Regional Manager of Clinical Support Services for Carolina Health Centers, I provide operational leadership across multiple clinical sites, partnering with site leaders to enhance clinical support services, workforce development, quality improvement and patient access. I am committed to building high-performing teams, mentoring future leaders, and fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and compassionate patient care."

"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better." - Maya Angelou

Maria Briceno has been promoted to East Regional Manager of Operations.

"I am thankful and excited to be promoted as East Regional Manager of Operations. I have worked at Carolina Health Centers for the past 7 years and look forward to growing in my role and continuing to serve my communities. I will be over Ridge Spring Family Practice, Saluda Family Practice, Laurens County Community Care Center, HomeTown Pediatrics, Uptown Family Practice, The Bethany Center and the Agricultural Clinic at Ridge Spring Family Practice."

"I am grateful for the opportunity to continue growing with Carolina Health Centers. I'm excited to support our teams, strengthen operations, and help create a positive experience for both staff and patients."

We are excited for these employees and look forward to all of our staff continuing to strive for excellence and dedication to their communities.