2025 Hospital Award Recipients Announced

HaysMed is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Hospital Awards, recognizing four exceptional individuals whose dedication, compassion, and leadership have made a lasting impact on patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

These annual awards celebrate those who go above and beyond in their roles, exemplifying the mission and values of HaysMed.

Advanced Practice Provider of the Year: Jared Reed, PA-C

Jared Reed, PA-C, a Physician Assistant at the HaysMed Orthopedic Institute, has been named Advanced Practice Provider of the Year. Since joining HaysMed in 2012, Jared has become a trusted member of the orthopedic team. Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, he moved to Hays after completing PA school in Montana. He credits Dr. Gulraiz Cheema, HaysMed orthopedic surgeon, as a key mentor in his career, saying, “Dr. Cheema has been the biggest factor in my growth as a PA; any of my achievements are actually his.”

Jared and his wife Ashley have been married for 14 years and are raising six children. The family enjoys outdoor adventures and spending quality time together.

Sr. Mary J. Mollison Nurse of the Year: Christina Hoff, BSN, RN

Christina “Chrissy” Hoff, BSN, RN, a Charge Nurse in the In-Patient Acute Care unit, has been named the 2025 Sr. Mary J. Mollison Nurse of the Year. With 15 years at HaysMed, Chrissy provides care for patients ranging from children to those in hospice, including inpatient chemotherapy.

“I approach every patient as someone’s loved one,” Chrissy said. “Hospitalization is a very difficult time, and I want my care to help them through such a challenging experience.”

Originally from near Hoisington, Chrissy now lives in LaCrosse with her husband and three children. She enjoys running, baking, and spending time with her family.

Vic Eddy, MD, Physician of the Year: Patricia Crawley, MD, FACC

Dr. Patricia Crawley, a cardiologist at the HaysMed DeBakey Heart Institute, has been named the 2025 Vic Eddy, MD, Physician of the Year. Her non-traditional path to medicine took her from attending college part-time in the evenings, to medical school at the University of Kansas, and an interventional cardiology fellowship in Brooklyn, New York. Today, she leads cardiac care efforts across Western Kansas, including seven outreach clinics each month.

“I truly enjoy working in a rural setting,” she said. “The people are so kind and respectful. Most anything they need from a cardiac standpoint can now be obtained at Hays Medical Center.”

Dr. Crawley expressed deep gratitude for the honor, saying, “I am so blessed to have incredible support from staff, colleagues, and administration. Even being nominated among this prestigious group of physicians is such a privilege.”

Norman W. Jeter Humanitarian Award: Vonda Ackerman

Vonda Ackerman, Senior Business Intelligence Developer in HaysMed’s IT department, is the recipient of the 2025 Norman W. Jeter Humanitarian Award. With 34 years of service, Vonda has played a vital role in shaping hospital operations and improving patient care.

“All the projects I’ve worked on have had an impact,” she said.

A native of Wakeeney and resident of Ellis, Vonda enjoys gardening, bowling, riding her motorcycle, and spending time with her large family—including her husband, children, and eleven grandchildren.