Melissa Perez-Garcia, M.D., will diagnose and treat children with hormonal disorders, including diabetes.

“This award is not given lightly,” said Donald E. Williamson, M.D., president and CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association. “It reflects not only a record of exceptional service, but also the lasting influence of a leader who has shaped the future of healthcare in Alabama. We are proud to honor Owen Bailey for his lifelong commitment to advancing health and transforming lives.”
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Allen Broome, Pharm.D., director of health system pharmacy at USA Health, said that residency training benefits the profession long term and expands the ability to care for current and future patients.