2025 update and grants $54,155
Senior Connections, new ambulance project, doctor loan assistance, digital paging & Handtevy system. Two new board members added – Sarah Moody and Greg Olson.
New Medical Director Named
Dr. Ann Treisman named Medical Director effective Jan 1, 2024, replacing Dr. Gattis. She holds an MD & PhD, has ties to Lake City, and joins amid ongoing staffing challenges.
2023 update and grants $36,694
Pediatric care kits, otoscopes, apartment refresh, site security cameras, strategic planning. Staffing challenges: Dr. Gattis resigned, PA Downs retiring. New board member: Jordan Kaminski.
Jim & Fran McKinney honored
Jim and Fran McKinney honored with a plaque at Moseley Complex for board service (2012–2017) and continued major financial support of Lake City healthcare.
New Medical and Dental Directors
Dr. William Gattis named new Medical Director (replacing Dr. Carr); Dr. Brett Bergseid named new Dental Director (replacing retired Dr. Uchida).
El Pomar Foundation and NextFifty Initiative Grants - $14,500
El Pomar and NextFifty awarded Lake City Medical Center a COVID-19 emergency grant for medical protective equipment and patient supplies, facilitated by local rep Cindy Dozier.
Education grants and update - $5,086
Education grants were awarded to nurse Krista Moore (ACLS & trauma cert) and PA Bob Downs (ultrasound training). New board member: Buffy Witt (EMS Director). Fundraiser dinner planned for June 25.