Henderson Health Care Press Release
Henderson Health Care is proud to announce that Cheryl Brown, CEO of Henderson Health Care, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s prestigious “Rural Hospital CEOs to Know” list for 2025.
Rural hospitals play a vital role in bringing high-quality care to patients in remote areas, eliminating the need for long travel while ensuring excellent healthcare access close to home. At the helm of these essential institutions are CEOs who wear many hats to keep their communities healthy and supported.
For the past 18 years, Cheryl Brown has been instrumental in driving growth at Henderson Health Care by expanding services, upgrading facilities, building high-performing teams, and implementing resilient strategies to ensure long-term success.
“This recognition is a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our entire team, who strive every day to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve,” Brown said. “I’m proud to lead an organization that remains committed to innovation, accessibility, and putting patients at the center of everything we do.”
Each year, Becker’s Hospital Review honors outstanding leaders with its “Rural Hospital CEOs to Know” list, recognizing those who are transforming rural healthcare. These CEOs play a vital role in advancing strategic initiatives that enhance patient care, broaden essential services, and modernize hospital infrastructure. Working closely with their leadership teams and boards, they remain deeply connected to the communities they serve—ensuring hospital services reflect local needs and that high-quality, accessible care remains a constant priority.
Brown has been at the forefront of transforming Henderson Health Care. During her tenure, the organization has completed numerous major expansion projects, including a new rural health clinic in Sutton, a 40-bed long-term care facility, a state-of-the-art surgical suite, and a comprehensive hospital renovation. Currently, a new rural health clinic is under construction in Henderson. “I’m proud of the progress we’ve made together in growing our services, elevating patient care, and tackling challenges to better support the health of the communities we serve,” Brown said.
