Dr. Jeff Bird President of IU Health East Region on Delaware County Today 5/12/25

At IU Health, nurses shine bright,

Their care and their hearts always right.

With food trucks and flair,

We showed how we care—

They deserve more than just a week’s light!

On this episode of Delaware County Today with Steve Lindell, special guest Dr. Jeff Bird, President of IU Health East Region, joined the conversation. Topics included the conclusion of National Nurses Week—which ends on May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday—and the vital contributions of nurses across IU Health. Dr. Bird also previewed the upcoming Coffee & Connections event on Wednesday, May 14, a chance to explore nursing career opportunities at Ball Memorial Hospital. The discussion touched on healthcare policy in Indiana and the importance of collaboration across counties.  Dr. Bird will receive the Chamber of Commerce Legacy Award this September, celebrating his remarkable impact on the community.

Tune in for a conversation filled with insight, celebration, and heartfelt reflection.