North Walton Doctors Hospital

11/29/2025

NORTH WALTON DOCTORS HOSPITAL ANNOUNCES NEW LEADERSHIP TRANSITION
Dr. Huy Nguyen passes the torch to new CEO Ben Burham, Board of Directors thanks Dr. Nguyen for his dedication and servant leadership

November 29, 2025

Walton County, Florida — North Walton Doctors Hospital is ending the 2025 year with new leadership at the helm.

North Walton Doctors Hospital announces Dr. Huy Nguyen has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer, which was effective Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

The Board of Directors has appointed Ben Burnham as the new CEO to guide the hospital through its next chapter of growth, development, and service to the community.

Since the hospital opened its doors in September 2024, Dr. Nguyen’s leadership has been instrumental in transforming North Walton Doctors Hospital from a new healthcare startup into a trusted and steadily expanding medical provider for the region.

Under his direction, the hospital established strong patient-care processes, recruited and developed a dedicated clinical and administrative team, and achieved consistently high patient satisfaction including strong Google review scores and personal-care accolades from the community.

“The opening of this hospital has been a journey, and many of you have been here from the beginning,” Dr. Nguyen shared in a message to staff. “I appreciate everyone for their work at our beloved hospital. We have achieved much since we opened especially with the quality and delivery of care. There is so much more to do as we continue to grow and expand the hospital.”

The Board of Directors expressed its gratitude to Dr. Nguyen for his vision, dedication, and years of service, and looks forward to his continued role as a physician-owner and leader within the hospital’s medical community.

Incoming CEO Ben Burnham brings more than 20 years of healthcare operations and clinical service experience, including leadership roles in hospitals of similar size and scope. He has served previously as a hospital CEO and is recognized for strengthening operational efficiency, expanding service lines, and elevating patient-care standards.

“I am honored to lead North Walton Doctors Hospital as we continue on this journey and collaborate with our talented team to bring new opportunities, services, and value to the communities we serve," said Burnham "Our organization stands on the foundation built by Dr. Nguyen, and I look forward to advancing our mission of high-quality, patient-centered care.”

The Board of Directors welcomes Mr. Burnham and is confident that his leadership will continue to elevate the hospital’s growth, operational excellence, and community impact.

About North Walton Doctors Hospital

Owned and operated by local physicians, North Walton Doctors Hospital opened in September 2024 as a state-of-the-art medical facility committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to Walton County and surrounding communities. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, radiology, laboratory services, and specialty care, and is dedicated to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of a rapidly growing region.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our family.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from our North Walton Doctors Family to yours!

11/23/2025

🎉 Giving Thanks by Giving Back 🦃

North Walton Doctors Hospital is proud to support the Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida in their mission to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in our community who need it most.

Our team came together to collect food, assemble meal baskets, and load them up for delivery because ensuring that every family can enjoy a warm holiday meal is something we deeply believe in. 💛

At North Walton Doctors Hospital, everyone from staff, nurses, Doctors and other providers contributed to this effort!

A heartfelt thank you to the deputies and staff at WCSO for the incredible work they do year-round, and for allowing us to partner with them in this effort.

Community is at the heart of everything we do, and today was a beautiful reminder of what we can accomplish when we work together.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🦃

10/18/2025

NOW HIRING: Laboratory Medical Technologist at North Walton Doctors Hospital!

Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? North Walton Doctors Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Medical Technologist to join our dedicated healthcare team.

If you’re passionate about quality patient care, precision, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

Position: Laboratory Medical Technologist
Schedule: Full-Time

✨ What We Offer:

Supportive, team-oriented environment
Opportunities for professional growth
A chance to make a difference every day in patient care

Join a hospital that values excellence, compassion, and collaboration, where every role plays a vital part in delivering exceptional healthcare to our community. 💙

👉 Apply now through Indeed:
https://www.indeed.com/cmp/North-Walton-Doctors-Hospital/

Become part of something meaningful at North Walton Doctors Hospital. Your next career move starts here! 🩺

10/10/2025

"From checking in to the pre-op and post-op, everybody was kind and compassionate, and more than capable of performing their duties. I'd like to put a shout out to Randy, the RN who took care of me in post-op observation overnight. The care was more than above standard expectations. The people who work in this profession are highly underpaid! They all walk around with a smile on their face as if they love their job, and I believe they do."

-K. Simons
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"Absolutely awesome experience. Everyone was helpful, responsive, and friendly. I was seen very promptly and received a diagnosis in a timely manner. Professional and reassuring. Randy was especially helpful and caring. Highly recommend!!!"

-K. Fulcher
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"ER was great, Randy and Doctor McCready, front desk, everyone was great!"

-J. Kilgore
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"I'm grateful for the staff and my nurse, Randy, for making me feel heard and cared for. 🙏🥹"

-J. Trout
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"Randy and Dr. Smiley were great! It was quick and painless. They made me feel like I was at home! Wonderful staff ❤️"

-C. Davis
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"Randy is awesome!"

-J. Ruthers
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10/06/2025

It’s Emergency Nurses Week! 💙

At North Walton Doctors Hospital, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible nurses who bring skill, strength, and compassion to our Emergency Department every single day.

They’re the calm in the chaos, the steady hands when seconds count, and the heart behind every lifesaving moment.

To our Emergency Nurses—thank you for the care, courage, and commitment you show our patients and community. You are true heroes in scrubs.

10/03/2025

North Walton Doctors Hospital is looking for dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our team! If you’re passionate about patient care and making a difference in your community, we want to hear from you!

We are currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

👩‍⚕️ Registered Nurse – ER (AM & PM Shifts)
🚑 Paramedic – ER (AM & PM Shifts)
🛠 OR Scrub Technician
🔄 OR Circulator
🔬 Sterile Processing Technician (PM Shift)
🧹 EVS Technician

👉 Apply today through Indeed here: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/North-Walton-Doctors-Hospital/

Be part of a hospital that values teamwork, excellence, and care. 💙

09/23/2025

"I had major back surgery at North Walton Doctors Hospital in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Doctor Aaron Creek was my surgeon, and he did a phenomenal job.

Before my surgery, I had blown out a Lumbar disc and was nearly totally disabled. I couldn’t walk at all and had excruciating pain at a 10 level. That night I was home, fully able to walk, and the only pain I have is from the incisions.

I cannot say enough about this outstanding surgeon. Dr. Creek truly cares for his patients and has excellent bedside manners.

He also has a superstar support team. My surgery took over three hours, and recovery a couple more. I wasn’t finished until midnight, but everyone on his surgical team and the tremendous hospital nurses and staff stayed late to ensure I was in good hands.

Dr. Creek is a miracle worker, and the North Walton Doctors Hospital workers are superheroes.

My team of Jennifer (front desk), Myra (head nurse), Lisa, Eva, Dana (respiratory therapist), A.J. (O.R. nurse and guardian angel), Jamie (anesthesiologist), and Austin Campbell were all exceptional.

I hope I didn’t leave anybody out. I would absolutely recommend Neck and Back Institute of Florida and North Walton Doctors Hospital to anyone with severe back or neck issues."

G. Farmer
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Google Review

09/18/2025

Thank you, Mid Bay News, for this insightful article as we celebrate one year of serving our community in Walton County!

North Walton Doctors Hospital celebrated its first year of service with staff, leadership, and community members, emphasizing expanded care and future growth in Walton County.

09/17/2025

THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.

To our community, our staff, and our patients, we are extend our gratitude.

Thank you for making this year so special! Here's to our One Year Anniversary and many more to come!