15 years of healing: Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board celebrates self-governance, growth
Navajo Times | Nicholas House
People line up at the Tséhootsooí Medical Center entrance to bless themselves after an opening prayer on March 14. The ceremony commemorated the 15th anniversary of Fort Defiance Indian Health Board’s P.L. 93-638 status.
By Nicholas House
Navajo Times
TSÉHOOTSOOÍ
The Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board on March 24 celebrated its 15th anniversary of becoming a Public Law 93-638 health care facility.
Navajo Times | Nicholas House
Tséhootsooí Medical Center staff and community leaders, including Council Delegate Andy Nez, pose for a celebratory group photo inside the hospital on March 24. The ceremony commemorated the 15th anniversary of Fort Defiance Indian Health Board’s P.L. 93-638 status.
The celebration started with a horse ride from the old hospital to the new one, marking the journey of progress and resilience. The ride symbolized the transition from the old Indian Health Service hospital to the new, self-governed facility that has been serving the community since 2010.
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