Ms. Williams is the leader of Carilion Giles Community Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital known for its exceptional emergency services and inpatient care. She also leads Carilion Tazewell (Va.) Community Hospital, which hosts advanced diagnostic and therapy services along with a veterans affairs clinic. With 26 years of experience at Carilion, she has been instrumental in expanding healthcare access in Giles County, introducing specialties such as ENT, urology and neurosurgery, and enhancing services in general surgery, orthopedics and cardiology. She led the successful swing bed project and recently announced the introduction of robotic assistants at Giles hospital, making it the first in Western Virginia to implement the technology for improved patient and staff experiences. Looking ahead, Ms. Williams plans to expand virtual care access in the Tazewell area and is continuing to strengthen partnerships with local health services. In recognition of her commitment to community health, she received Carilion’s “President’s Award” in 2022 and has taken on the additional role of CNO for Carilion’s five regional community hospitals.
