Ashley Behymer, Physical Therapist/Rehab Services Manager, Smith County Memorial Hospital, Smith Center
Ashley Behymer is a leader at Smith County Memorial Hospital's Rehab Services Department. By exemplifying compassionate, purpose-driven leadership, her actions speak louder than words—from organizing team efforts to provide essential equipment for patients in need, to conducting home safety visits to support safe discharges. Since 2017, Behymer has doubled the department’s patient encounters by expanding therapy services and securing grant funding to introduce specialized care like vestibular rehabilitation. Her vision and dedication have not only elevated the department’s performance but also extended high-quality, often inaccessible services to the rural community. Behymer’s impact is both transformative and far-reaching.