Hospital Board

Regular Meetings

  • 5:30 p.m.
  • 4th Thursday of every month

Members

  • Dr. Scott Copeland, MD
    Term expires: July 31, 2028
  • Daniel Rader IV, Secretary
    Term expires: July 31, 2027
  • Randel Wallace
    Term expires: July 31, 2030
  • Laurin Wheaton, Mayor City Council Term expires: August 2026
  • Joe Jestus, MD Chief of Staff
    Term expires: October 31, 2025
  • Cheryl Sandlin, Vice-Chairman
    Term expires: July 31, 2025
  • Ernest Buchanan, MD, Chairman
    Term expires: September 31, 2024
  • Alma Anderson
    Term expires: July 31, 2029
  • Dr. Carl Owens
    Term expires: July 31, 2026

Overview

  • Terms: 7 years staggered.
  • Board members must be residents of Cookeville except medical staff of CRMC.
  • The Mayor and the CRMC Chief of Staff shall serve during their terms of office.
  • Board members are appointed by the City Council.