Rhea Medical Center
Rhea Medical Center plays an essential role in providing real-world healthcare environments where students transition from classroom learning to applied practice. Through job shadowing, internships, and extended work-based learning opportunities, students gain exposure to modern healthcare systems while building practical skills that support workforce readiness. As part of a coordinated regional pathway, the medical center helps strengthen rural healthcare pipelines and supports the development of future professionals prepared to serve their communities.
Leadership
Hoss Whitt
Chief Executive Officer
With more than three decades of experience in healthcare leadership and emergency medical services, he is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality care in rural communities. Since joining the hospital in 2021, Whitt has led initiatives to enhance patient experience and grow key services, including cardiology partnerships, oncology care, and advanced orthopedic technology. He is passionate about patient-centered care and ensuring that rural residents receive exceptional healthcare close to home.