In the News: January 21

Charles L. Rodriguez-Feo, M.D., a third-generation physician, holds the highest level of hand surgery certification (CAQ) and is board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

“These roles further unite our three hospitals – Providence Hospital, University Hospital and Children’s & Women’s Hospital – under one umbrella for patient quality, performance improvement, and safety to better standardize the delivery of care,” said Nathan Polite, D.O., FACS, FACOS, health system associate chief medical officer and chief quality officer for surgery.

Sharon Ezelle, MSN, RN, CPHQ, will serve as a strategic partner to medical staff leadership, clinical leaders and executive teams to foster collaboration and support the mission, vision and goals of the health system.

If you need to make an extra effort to stay warm, get moving.

Since 1983, the Department of Senior Services has honored Alabamians ages 60 and older for their outstanding contributions to the lives of older members of their communities.