Candace N. Miller, an experienced professional, has been appointed as the new president and CEO of WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital in Ripley, starting July 15. Transition in Leadership Miller will be taking over the reins from Stephanie McCoy, who has held the position for 13 years and is now retiring. Rob Fisher, chair of the Jackson General Hospital Board of Directors, expressed his excitement about Miller's appointment, stating, "We are excited to welcome Candace to Jackson General Hospital. With her expertise, we know that the future of the Hospital is very bright." Fisher also extended his gratitude to McCoy for her dedication to the patients of Jackson County and wished her well in her retirement. Future Plans and Vision In her new role, Miller will report to Greg Rosencrance, M.D., president and CEO of WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals. Dr. Rosencrance shared his anticipation of working with Miller to address the healthcare needs of Jackson County residents. He mentioned the strong team at Jackson General Hospital and highlighted Miller's role in carrying forward Stephanie's legacy. Professional Background and Experience Miller brings a wealth of experience from OhioHealth in Columbus, where she held various leadership positions. Her responsibilities included system-wide resource management, patient flow optimization, and collaboration with care site CEOs to enhance operational efficiency. Miller's previous roles at OhioHealth and O'Bleness Hospital showcased her expertise in healthcare administration and quality management. Educational Background A native of Mason County, Miller holds a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration from Marshall University. Additionally, she earned a Master of Business Administration with a focus on finance from Colorado Technical University. Exciting Developments Miller's appointment coincides with the recent opening of Jackson General Hospital's new $35 million patient care wing. She expressed her excitement about returning to West Virginia and leading the hospital during this transformative phase. Miller stated, "It's my honor to come home to West Virginia and assume the role of president of Jackson General Hospital, especially as it is entering a new phase with the opening of its beautiful new wing." For more details about Jackson General Hospital, visit WVUMedicine.org/Jackson-General-Hospital.