Donna Clark
MRHA 2011 Outstanding Rural Health Volunteer
Senator Richard F. Colburn
2011 MRHA Outstanding Health Legislator Award
Rural Health Award History
The Rural Health Awards evolved from the Rural Impact Awards that recognized individuals and organizations in rural communities for outstanding rural development and health efforts.
These Awards were last presented at the 2007 Rural Summit hosted by all three Maryland state rural serving organizations (Rural Maryland Council, State Office of Rural Health, and MRHA) and the five regional Tri County Councils.
In 2010 MRHA brought back part of the rural impact awards (health related) at the newly reestablished Rural Health Conference at Rocky Gap, MD.
MRHA presented the 2011 awards on November 3, 2011 at our Annual Conference. Please keep in mind nominations that meet below criteria for 2012 Awards to hopefully be presented in October 2012. Look for a Call for Nominations in late Summer 2012
Outstanding Rural Health Program Award
This award is presented for promoting and providing effective community-oriented rural health care delivery and excels in service to rural people, directly or indirectly.
Outstanding Rural Health Achievement Award
This award is given for leadership and noteworthy initiative in the development of community-oriented rural health care delivery. This person does not have to be involved in the direct clinical care of patients.
Outstanding Rural Health Practitioner Award
For providing direct service and exhibiting outstanding leadership in bringing and/or improving health services to rural populations. Practitioner can include any professional involved in the direct clinical delivery of healthcare to include but not limited to physician, dentist, social worker, and allied health professional.
Outstanding Legislator Award
This award is presented for outstanding leadership and public service in promoting legislation and/or policy solutions to benefit rural communities.
Rural Health Volunteer (up to 2 Awards)
For leadership, dedication, and noteworthy volunteer achievement beyond the call of one's professional duties to help improve the health of their community.
