Building a Workplace Where People Thrive

At CoxHealth, we often talk about putting people first. It's a phrase that guides our decisions, shapes our culture, and reflects who we are as an organization. That's why I'm especially proud to share that CoxHealth has once again been recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces and America's Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2026. This marks the fourth consecutive year we have earned this distinction.

While awards and recognition are meaningful, what makes this honor truly special is what it represents. This recognition reflects the experiences of our employees and reinforces our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. The acknowledgment comes after a comprehensive evaluation that included hundreds of thousands of employee interviews and millions of company reviews, providing insight into factors such as workplace culture, compensation and benefits, career development, and work-life balance.

For us, investing in our workforce is not simply a business strategy — it is part of our mission. Every day, more than anything else, our success depends on the people who choose to dedicate their talents, compassion, and expertise to caring for others. Whether they are assisting patients at the bedside, supporting operations behind the scenes, or working in clinics and communities across southwest Missouri, our employees make an extraordinary impact.

That's why CoxHealth continually invests in opportunities that help team members grow and thrive. From workforce development initiatives and apprenticeship programs to tuition reimbursement, education assistance, and student loan repayment options, we are committed to helping employees build meaningful careers while achieving their personal and professional goals. These programs are designed not only to strengthen our workforce today but also to prepare the next generation of health care professionals for the future.

Creating a great workplace also means fostering a culture of support and belonging. We know that employees perform at their best when they feel connected to their work, respected by their colleagues, and empowered by their leaders. Across CoxHealth, we strive to cultivate an environment where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth are encouraged, and where employees know their contributions matter.

This recognition also highlights the connection between employee experience and patient experience. When employees feel supported, they are better equipped to provide the exceptional care and service our patients deserve. Investing in our people directly strengthens our ability to fulfill our mission of improving the health of the communities we serve.

Of course, we don't view this award as a finish line. Instead, it serves as both a celebration and a reminder that maintaining a great workplace requires continuous effort. Employee needs evolve, workplaces change, and new opportunities emerge. We remain committed to listening to our team members, learning from their feedback, and finding new ways to enhance the employee experience across our system.

Personally, I am grateful to work alongside colleagues who care deeply about one another and about the patients and communities we serve. The culture we have built at CoxHealth is the result of countless acts of teamwork, compassion, and dedication that happen every day. Those efforts are what make recognitions like this possible.

Being named one of America's Greatest Workplaces for the fourth consecutive year is an accomplishment worth celebrating, but it belongs to every member of the CoxHealth team. Thank you for helping create an environment where people can grow, find purpose, and do meaningful work.

Together, we will continue building a workplace where employees thrive and where our communities receive the very best care possible.