University Clinical Health Celebrates Three Graduates of the Mid-South Healthcare Leadership Institute
University Clinical Health (UCH) is proud to recognize three members of its organization who recently graduated from the Mid-South Healthcare Leadership Institute, a regional program dedicated to developing strong, collaborative healthcare leaders across the Memphis, Tennessee area and Mid-South.
The UCH graduates include:
• Latisha McKinney, Clinic Manager at UT Plastic Surgery
• Takindra Strong, Clinic Manager at UT Nephrology
• Jennifer Hawkins, Manager of Technical Training at University Clinical Health
The Mid-South Healthcare Leadership Institute provides an intensive, multi-month curriculum focused on leadership development, strategic thinking, collaboration, and addressing real-world challenges in healthcare. Participants engage with industry experts, collaborate with peers from across the region, and apply leadership principles to practical organizational initiatives.
“This program helped me grow as a leader by strengthening my confidence, emotional intelligence, and understanding of my leadership style, while also giving me practical tools I can apply to improve workflows, team engagement, and support patient care.”
— Takindra Strong, UT Nephrology
“Investing in leadership development is essential to supporting our teams and advancing the care we provide,” said Jessica Harrison, VP of Specialty Operations. “Latisha, Takindra, and Jennifer are examples of the dedication and professionalism that strengthen University Clinical Health every day. We are proud of their commitment to growth and leadership.”
Graduates of the program return to their organizations equipped with enhanced skills in communication, problem-solving, and strategic leadership supporting innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
“I learned strategies from other leaders’ point of view that I could apply to daily healthcare operations. The class also increased my self-awareness and provided practical tools that I can apply in my healthcare role.”
— Latisha McKinney, UT Plastic Surgery
By investing in leadership development, University Clinical Health continues to strengthen its teams and the care they provide. The organization celebrates these three women and the leadership they bring to their teams and to the patients UCH serves every day.
