Woodlawn Health names emergency department director

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 10:54 AM

'We are very pleased with our partnership with Concord Medical Group and the promotion of Dr. Hamburg to medical director for our emergency department.'

Woodlawn Health is excited to announce that Dr. Timothy Hamberg, DO, has assumed the role of emergency department director for the health system, in partnership with Concord Medical Group.

“We are very pleased with our partnership with Concord Medical Group and the promotion of Dr. Hamburg to medical director for our emergency department. This is just one of the many things we are doing to earn the right to care for our patients and community,” Chief Nursing Officer Paula McKinney said.

Hamburg earned his medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University, DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, Tenn. He completed his residency training in emergency medicine at Midwestern University, Kingman Regional Medical Center in Kingman, Ariz. Hamburg is board-certified. He and his family reside in Valparaiso.

“I am so grateful to be working with an outstanding group of professionals and caring for the Fulton and surrounding communities. I look forward to joining the Woodlawn team for many more years to come,” Dr. Hamburg stated.

Concord Medical Group is a physician-owned and operated practice management organization. Since its inception in 2001, Concord continues to be a leader in quality emergency department provider management for rural hospitals throughout the US. Customer Service Driven Medical Care is at the heart of Concord’s foundation as a practice group. Hamburg is an exceptional fit for Concord and Woodlawn Health’s goal of bringing the feel of hospitality to healthcare without sacrificing efficiency.

“Dr. Hamburg has proven to be an outstanding leader. His focus on clinical excellence and customer service is building a culture of patient-centered quality care and service that will prove beneficial for all patients, the hospital, and the community.” said John Jones, MD, chief medical officer.

–Woodlawn Health report