Ms. Joy has successfully maintained Carson Tahoe Health’s independence in a consolidating industry, growing the organization’s footprint and services while preserving its nonprofit community mission. She has spearheaded initiatives like the “Healing Our Kids” program to address youth mental health and supported maternal-infant care excellence through Baby-Friendly Hospital designation. Carson Tahoe Health has received multiple accolades under her leadership, including recognition from The Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality and a “Best of Sierra Nevada” gold award from the Las Vegas Review-Journal. Ms. Joy brings decades of operational expertise from prior CEO and COO roles across Colorado and California, and today she chairs or sits on multiple regional and national boards, including the American Hospital Association Region 9 policy board.
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Becker's Recognition
Michelle Joyhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2025 Winner

2026 Winner

