Cartersville, Ga. (June 17, 2025) – Piedmont Cartersville is proud to join health systems across the country in recognizing Health Care Risk Management Week 2025, observed June 16–20. Sponsored by the American Society for Health Care Risk Management (ASHRM), this annual event honors the essential work of health care risk management professionals who help ensure safe, high-quality care for patients and communities.

At Piedmont Cartersville, risk management is a cornerstone of our mission to make a positive difference in every life we touch. Our risk professionals are instrumental in identifying potential hazards, improving patient outcomes, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability—reflecting Piedmont’s core values of respect, integrity, stewardship, and excellence.

“Risk management is about being proactive, not reactive,” said Meagan Webb, RN, Risk Manager at Piedmont Cartersville. "We work behind the scenes to anticipate challenges, reduce harm, and support our clinical teams so they can focus on what matters most—caring for our patients. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that our efforts contribute to safer, more compassionate care every day.”

This year’s theme, Empowering Risk Professionals to Lead the Future of Safe Care, highlights the critical and expanding role of risk managers as visionary leaders in today’s complex healthcare landscape. At Piedmont Cartersville, this leadership is not just a concept—it’s a daily reality. Through forward-thinking strategies that elevate patient safety, minimize risk, and foster a resilient, supportive environment for staff, our risk professionals are driving meaningful change and setting new standards for excellence in care.

Piedmont Cartersville extends its deepest appreciation to our exceptional risk management team and to every individual who champions safety and quality in healthcare. Your unwavering commitment, foresight, and compassion are the backbone of our mission. Because of your efforts, Piedmont Cartersville continues to be a trusted leader in health and healing—delivering care that our community can rely on today and for generations to come.