Mike Trachta, MercyOne VP of Rural Hospitals and Regional Operations, was recently awarded the 2024 Jerry Karbeling Award from the Iowa Rural Health Association (IRHA).
 
This distinguished award honors the legacy of Jerry Karbeling, an active member and past president of the IRHA. It is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to rural health in Iowa and exemplify leadership, community dedication and a strong commitment to public health policy.
 
“I am honored to receive this recognition from the Iowa Rural Health Association. I feel fortunate to be able to support rural hospitals and providers every day.  The collaboration and support between large and small organizations across Iowa weave one of the best health care tapestries in the nation,” said Trachta.
 
Trachta has provided executive support for MercyOne’s eight owned and 20 affiliated rural hospitals for the last ten years. His peers nominated him for his respected leadership within the health care industry, his commitment to community well-being and his passion for advancing health policy for Iowans. 
 
 

 
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About MercyOne
MercyOne is a connected system of health care facilities and services dedicated to helping people and communities live their best life. MercyOne’s care providers and staff make health the highest priority. The system’s clinics, medical centers, hospitals and affiliates are located throughout the state of Iowa and beyond. Headquartered in central Iowa, MercyOne is a member of Trinity Health (based in Livonia, Michigan) – one of the largest not-for-profit Catholic health care systems in the nation. Learn more at MercyOne.org