Leadership Team

Rhee Perry, CEO

Perry joins STRHS - Lawrenceburg with a proven record of leadership within Lifepoint Health, having previously served as chief operating officer at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Kentucky. At STRHS - Lawrenceburg, his focus remains on enhancing patient care, expanding services, and fostering collaboration across the hospital to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the community.  Perry brings more than 15 years of healthcare leadership experience and a strong commitment to advancing operational excellence, improving patient outcomes, and strengthening the hospital’s role in the community.

Perry holds a master’s degree in healthcare management from the University of North Alabama and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Western Governors University. He is a Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS) and a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the American Organization for Nursing Leadership.

Melissa Armstead, CNO

Melissa is currently the Chief Nursing Officer at STRHS Lawrenceburg. She graduated from the University of North Alabama with a degree in nursing and a degree business administration. She has over 18 years in healthcare.  During that time, she served in several leadership roles including Director of Critical Care Services. 

Before joining STRHS Lawrenceburg, she served as the Administrative Director of Nursing for North Alabama Medical Center for 2 years.

Kristie Taylor, Market CFO

Kristie Taylor is the Market Chief Financial Officer at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Pulaski, TN and Lawrenceburg, TN.  Kristie is a native of Lawrence County and earned her accounting degree at the University of...She has been with Southern Tennessee Regional Health System for 23 years, and served as CFO of the Lawrenceburg facility for the last 11.  In the spring of 2023 Kristie took over the role of Market CFO for both Lawrenceburg and Pulaski facilities.