On June 30, it was announced that Troy Regional Medical Center CEO Rick Smith has been elected to the Alabama Hospital Association (AlaHA) Board of Trustees, representing the Southeast Regional Council. 

Smith was re-elected to the council for his second term at AlaHA’s recent annual meeting. Smith also serves as the president of the Southeast Alabama Regional Hospital Council. 

“Rick’s continued leadership at both the regional and state levels reflects the respect he has earned among his peers and his deep commitment to strengthening healthcare in Alabama,” said Donald E. Williamson, MD, President of the Alabama Hospital Association. “His experience and insight will be a valuable addition to the Board as we navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead.”

Smith was also honored by AlaHA at its annual meeting with the MVP Award for his advocacy work on behalf of rural hospitals. Smith is responsible for overseeing Troy Regional Medical Center’s operations and strategic direction. Since joining the hospital in 2020, he has led more than $3.5 million in facility improvements aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. 

Smith served as Chief Operating Officer at Orland Health-Health Central Hospital in Florida and was Vice President of Operations at Bay Medical Sacred Heart Medical Center in Panama City for 16 years. 

Smith holds a master’s degree in health administration, is credentialed in radiology administration and is board-certified as a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Smith also serves on the Pike County Economic Development Corporation Board and the Advisory Board for the College of Health Sciences at Troy University.