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Comprehensive Stroke Center certification represents the highest level of stroke certification, recognizing hospitals with the expertise, technology, and systems required to treat the most complex stroke cases 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

A three-time graduate of the University of South Alabama College of Nursing, Natalie Fox has built a career within the academic health system. Her leadership has focused on expanding access to care, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. 

Peter Rippey, M.D., CAQSM, an assistant professor of family medicine, is entering his sixth year working with the Jaguars as a team physician.

Kris Haskins’ expertise spans clinical operations, policy development, evidence‑based practice, and regulatory readiness. In this new role, he will oversee clinical compliance initiatives and support ongoing efforts to advance patient safety and uphold regulatory excellence across Children’s & Women’s Hospital.

University Hospital is the second hospital in the nation to receive funding from Chiesi USA specifically for community-based stroke education initiatives.

Under the MedConnect program, patients are identified for follow-up prior to discharge. Medical student volunteers are assigned to patients and contact parents using software that protects patient health information.

Events such as the recent Mardi Gras parades are intended to bring bright moments for patients, families, and staff at Children’s & Women’s Hospital.

USA Health regularly recognizes employees for excellent patient care and customer service, and marks the special events that celebrate them. 

USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.

This month's specials for employees include discounts on treatments and savings on skin care procedures and products. Please be sure to bring your badge to receive the discount. 

His honors include the Dave Berry Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics Uniformed Services Section, the Air Force Medical Service Clinical Excellence Award, the Chief of the Medical Staff Commitment to Excellence Award in U.S. Air Forces in Europe, and multiple military commendations.