The Rural Health Association of Utah is proud to celebrate Dr. Melissa J. Hinton on being named a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP), one of the profession's highest honors. This prestigious recognition reflects her outstanding leadership, advocacy, and lasting contributions to improving healthcare access and patient outcomes in Utah and beyond.

Rural Health Association of Utah (RHAU) has appointed Student Doctor Mike Banasky as its 2026–2027 Board Student Representative. A native of Price, Utah and current osteopathic medical student at Rocky Vista University, Banasky brings experience in rural mental health advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and crisis support services, with a focus on expanding access to care in underserved communities.

May 4, 2026 ST. GEORGE, UTAH — The Rural Health Association of Utah (RHAU) today announced several updates to the membership and leadership structure of its Board of Directors, reflecting both transitions in service and a continued commitment to strong, representative governance across rural Utah. RHAU extends its sincere appreciation to several departing board members whose service has helped advance the organization’s mission to improve healthcare access in rural communities. Dr. Colten...