AVALA CEO J. WILLIAM “BILL” HANKINS NAMED IN BECKER’S HOSPITAL REVIEW 2023 RURAL CEO’S TO KNOW LIST
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 16, 2023
Media Inquiries: Brooke Russell | 985.801.6212 | brussell@avala.com
Covington, Louisiana – AVALA is proud to announce that J. William “Bill” Hankins was named one of 80 Rural Hospital CEOs to Know by Becker’s Hospital Review in February. The Becker’s article stated rural hospitals are critical to the success of the U.S. healthcare system to expand access to care in remote areas. CEOs at the helm of these important community institutions have many responsibilities to make sure their hospitals thrive.
The executives featured on this list have put their heart and soul into ensuring their communities have access to the best healthcare services possible. While rural hospitals across the country have faced closure in recent years, these leaders have developed a model for not only surviving but thriving.
With over 40 years in the healthcare industry, Bill Hankins, FACHE, stands out by exhibiting strong leadership qualities, having a clear vision for AVALA, effectively communicating, and inspiring our executive leadership and subsequent teams, making effective and data-driven decisions, adapting to the healthcare industry’s ever-changing markets, fosters a positive company culture, and demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior. Additionally, Bill balances the needs of stakeholders, including shareholders, team members, patients, and the community, which can also be seen as outstanding.
Bill provides vision and direction for AVALA, inspiring our team to work together towards the common goal of creating greater trust between patients, physicians, and healthcare teams in a positive elevated work environment. He sets clear goals and strategies for our teams to follow, allowing for smarter business decisions to establish growth and success. With an innovative mindset, Bill brings his knowledge and creativity to AVALA to present new ideas and approaches to our organization, and help it stay abreast of the ever-changing markets to evolve and adapt.
As the face of AVALA, he plays a significant role in managing our relationships throughout our progressive local communities. He sees it as his social responsibility that AVALA positively impacts society. Promoting diversity and inclusion, investing in sustainable business practices, and supporting our philanthropic efforts, Bill leverages all his skills and qualities to ensure the success of AVALA and make a difference in all he can reach.
In addition to making the Becker’s List, Mr. Hankins has also aided the AVALA Hospital winning several additional awards such as:
- 2022 and 2023 Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award
- 2022 CMS 5-star Hospital For Patient Experience
- 2022 Times-Picayune/Advocate Top Workplace
- 2022 Inside New Orleans Readers’ Favorite Surgery Center
- 2022 EDGE of the Lake Magazine Best Surgery Center
The complete list of named individuals can be found here.