Morris: Church Health continues to reflect the good in Memphis
Dr. Sheila Thomas checks Catina Williams' vitals at Church Health in Crosstown Concourse in 2018. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian file)
G. Scott Morris
The Rev. Dr. G. Scott Morris, M.D., is founder and chief executive officer of Church Health. He is a regular contributor to The Daily Memphian.
Thirty-five years ago, on Sept. 1, 1987, Church Health opened for the first time and cared for 12 people. In the ensuing years, more than 80,000 different individuals have come through our doors seeking help.
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