The Health Center hires new executive director

The Board of Directors of the Health Center is pleased to name Stan Ledington, Dr.PH, as its new Executive Director. Dr. Ledington will lead the organization in its continuing efforts to promote the success of local students by providing for their physical, emotional, and social well-being. He replaces Holly Howard who founded the organization and recently resigned her position after six years of service. Dr. Ledington was a founding board member for The Health Center serving from 2008 through 2014. He also served as the board chair.

“We are thrilled to have him! Stan cares deeply for our students, has always been an incredible advocate for the organization, and also happens to be an excellent professional fit as we continue to grow our successful programs,” said Susan Newton, The Health Center board chair. “We also want to thank Holly for her vision, leadership and commitment as the founding Executive Director. Because of her untiring work, the organization is poised to succeed far into the future.”

Dr. Ledington was the Administrative Director of Imaging, Cardiology Rehab and Wellness at Walla Walla General Hospital for 14 years prior to accepting The Health Center director position. He was also director of Health Sciences programs and an associate professor of Health and Physical education at Walla Walla University from 1992 to 1999. Dr. Ledington begins his tenure June 16.

The Health Center is a non-profit organization established in 2008 to provide medical and counseling services to at-risk youth. It does not receive direct financial support from Walla Walla Public Schools. The Health Center operates school-based health clinics at Blue Ridge Elementary and Lincoln High School to deliver primary health and mental health care and substance abuse counseling for all students. The Health Center’s mission is to promote the success of students by providing for their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Learn more about The Health Center at: http://thehealthcenterww.org/