Kim Bourne, President and CEO of Taylorville Memorial Hospital (TMH), has been recognized as one of the top "Critical Access Hospital CEOs to Know" for 2024 by Becker's Hospital Review. The annual list honors leaders committed to delivering high-quality healthcare in rural communities.

Bourne, who has led TMH since 2015, was acknowledged for her efforts in advancing healthcare access and community health. Under her leadership, TMH recently completed a two-phase construction project aimed at improving patient accessibility and care. The hospital also gained statewide recognition for an anti-vaping initiative targeting junior high students.

In addition to her work at TMH, Bourne serves on the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network Board of Directors and holds certification from the National Rural Health Association as a Rural Hospital CEO. Bourne says TMH plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of Taylorville and the region, expressing pride in the collaborative efforts of her team to improve community health.

The full list of recognized CEOs is available on Becker's Hospital Review website.