Relentless support during times of need

For Jerry Jackson, chairman of the Baptist Health Corbin Hospital Board of Directors, quality healthcare in the comfort of what he calls home is important.

“At this very moment, somebody, somewhere in our community is in need of exceptional healthcare,” he says. “To have access to a high level of care without having the burden of needing to leave and the ability to be cared for by friends, family and loved ones is priceless.”

Jerry is no stranger to the importance of giving back. As chancellor at the University of the Cumberlands, he gives back through his dedication to his students and staff. As an individual, he gives back through his investment in Baptist Health Foundation Corbin.

“Before my personal involvement with the hospital, I made the assumption that what the hospital does or is able to do is based off of financial aid,” he says. “I quickly realized that just scratches the surface of what is needed to run a hospital. We must contribute if we want to meet the needs of our community. What I’m able to give is small in comparison to what I hope it gives back to others.”

Jerry’s own experience through the loss of his sister deepened his connection to the hospital. Radiologists at Baptist Health Corbin identified inflammatory breast cancer — something often misdiagnosed — and provided swift solutions, allowing for more time spent together. He hopes his support will give back some of what Baptist Health Corbin has given his own family.