Hattiesburg, Miss.-based Merit Health Wesley honored Jeffrey Burns, MD, as a physician champion, according to a Hattiesburg American report.
Here are four things to know:
1. Dr. Burns, an orthopedic surgeon, has been named the Service Physician Champion.
2. He earned the honor by demonstrating a commitment to providing the highest level of service to patients, fellow physicians and hospital staff.
3. This award is based, in part, on employee and patient feedback.
4. Dr. Burns is one of the founders of Premier Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Hattiesburg.