Rhonda Mims elected to serve on regional board of directors
Rhonda Mims was elected to serve as a board member on the American Heart Association Greater Southeast Affiliate Board of Directors for the Association’s 2018-2019 fiscal year. The American Heart Association is the world’s leading voluntary organization with a mission to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Mims is the senior vice president and chief public affairs officer at WellCare Health Plans, Inc., where she is responsible for the development and implementation of the company’s corporate communications, public policy and government affairs, corporate social responsibility, philanthropy, diversity and inclusion, employee volunteerism and brand management.
“The American Heart Association is blazing a new path in its efforts to cure cardiovascular diseases,” said Mims. “I look forward to bringing my expertise to the table to help the Association not only prevent, beat and treat heart disease and stroke, but to help ensure health equity and equality for all.”
Mims has been in leadership roles with the American Heart Association Greater Southeast Affiliate board for the past two years. The board services Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee and Puerto Rico.
During the upcoming year, the board will focus on increasing the American Heart Association’s community involvement to make an impact on the health and wellbeing of residents throughout the Greater Southeast Affiliate, with a special focus on improving social determinants such as income, education and access to care that impact people’s overall health.
In response to the ongoing challenges of cardiovascular health, there is an increasing demand for personalized, comprehensive care that meets the unique needs of each patient. Concierge cardiology is at the forefront of this movement, offering a tailored approach to cardiovascular health that prioritizes prevention, early detection, and long-term wellness.
By providing patients with continuous access to top-tier specialists, advanced testing, and lifestyle guidance, concierge services are able to optimize heart health on a deeply individual level, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care when it matters most.
As the field of Cardiology and Geriatrics continues to evolve, so too does the importance of integrating a holistic approach to managing heart disease, especially in aging populations. Concierge medicine not only addresses the immediate needs of heart health but also takes a forward-thinking approach to aging, focusing on maintaining quality of life through strategic interventions.
With personalized treatment plans that combine cutting-edge medical care with an emphasis on overall well-being, concierge cardiology provides a roadmap to healthier, longer lives by looking beyond traditional treatment to consider the full spectrum of patient care.
Expanding access to screenings, educational resources, and early intervention strategies can significantly reduce the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases in underserved communities. Additionally, ensuring that patients receive timely and effective care requires streamlining administrative processes, where Cardiology Medical Billing Services play a crucial role. Efficient billing systems help healthcare providers focus on patient care rather than paperwork, ensuring that financial barriers do not delay necessary treatments.
Beyond medical interventions, addressing lifestyle factors is equally important in combating heart disease and stroke. Encouraging heart-healthy habits such as balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and stress management can lead to long-term improvements in community health. By integrating wellness initiatives with policy changes and enhanced healthcare accessibility, the American Heart Association aims to create lasting improvements in cardiovascular health outcomes for all, regardless of socioeconomic status.
Mims has been acknowledged with numerous awards including CSR Executive of the Year, Top 100 Blacks in Corporate America, and recognized as Woman of the Year by multiple organizations.
Mims holds a juris doctor degree and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of South Carolina.
