Today, Congressman Brian Jack (GA-03) visited St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus.

During his visit, St. Francis-Emory Healthcare President and CEO Bill Little led Congressman Jack on a tour of the hospital’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Geriatric Psychiatry and Senior Care Unit, and Graduate Medical Education area.  Following the tour, Congressman Jack hosted a discussion with local healthcare leaders on key priorities including workforce development, nurse training, and access to healthcare.

Congressman Brian Jack said, “Today, I visited the incredible doctors, nurses, and healthcare administrators at St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus.  Since opening its doors in 1950, St. Francis has been a cornerstone of the Chattahoochee Valley, with more than 2,500 associates and 300 physicians providing critical care to families across West Georgia.”

“St. Francis is home to the only open-heart surgery program in Columbus, and the Chattahoochee Valley is very proud of its distinction as the first Purple Heart Hospital in Georgia.  I am honored to represent St. Francis and the incredible people of Columbus in Congress, and I look forward to continuing our partnership to improve the lives of families across our Congressional District.”

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare President and CEO Bill Little said, “We were pleased to welcome Congressman Brian Jack to St. Francis-Emory Healthcare today.  The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the care and community benefits we provide while discussing important healthcare priorities, including workforce development, Graduate Medical Education, and Medicare Advantage.  We appreciate his engagement on issues that impact our patients and community.”

Joining Congressman Jack were: St. Francis-Emory Healthcare President and CEO Bill Little, Board Member and Pastor of First Baptist Church of Columbus, the Rev. Dr. Jimmy Elder, Cardiologist Dr. Vik Chhokar, Graduate Medical Education Director Jill Brazell, Executive Director of Quality and Risk Management Chrissie Steff, Director of Growth and Outreach Lisa Powers, Executive Director of the Bradley Center Brittany Luther, and other members of the St. Francis-Emory Healthcare leadership team.

Congressman Jack represents Georgia’s 3rd Congressional District, which includes parts of Muscogee County.  If Congressman Jack may be of service to you and your family, please visit jack.house.gov.