EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Our Executive Leadership Team is here to guide us in improving the health of the communities we serve.

Courtney Phillips

Administrator
Courtney Phillips of Indianola is the CEO of South Sunflower County Hospital, which includes Indianola Family Medical Group, Delta Primary Care, Delta Surgical Clinic, and Phillips Health Center. Prior to South Sunflower County Hospital, Courtney served as the Chief Financial Officer at Delta Regional Medical Center in Greenville, Mississippi.

Courtney has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare, government, and not-for-profit organizations. In 2018, Courtney was appointed by Governor Phil Bryant to represent the Second Congressional District on the Board of Mental Health. In 2019, Courtney was again appointed by Governor Phil Bryant to serve on the Rural Healthcare Taskforce. Courtney also serves as a member of the Mississippi Hospital Association, Rural Hospital Solutions, and Delta Council, President of the Rural Hospital Alliance, Treasurer of the Delta Trauma Board, and Secretary / Treasurer for the Mississippi Healthcare Executives, and Independent Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives. He is an active member of the Rotary Club of Indianola and the Indianola Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Phillips holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Delta State University. Courtney is married to the former Katherine Robinson, and they have two daughters, Carlile Koestler (Rob) of Greenville, Mississippi, and Galen Wilson (Nick) of Southaven, Mississippi.

Leigh Ann Armstrong

Chief Financial Officer
Leigh Ann Armstrong, a native of the Mississippi Delta, serves as Chief Financial Officer of South Sunflower County Hospital. With nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare, Leigh Ann oversees the hospital's financial operations and works closely with hospital leadership to support the organization's financial stability, operational efficiency, and continued delivery of quality healthcare services to the communities it serves.

Leigh Ann began her healthcare career in 1996 while serving in the United States Air Force, where she completed four years of active duty. Following her military service, she continued her healthcare career in California, gaining extensive hands-on experience in healthcare operations, financial management, and leadership. In 2010, Leigh Ann returned to the Mississippi Delta, bringing her experience and commitment to serving the communities of her home region.

Leigh Ann attended college and completed healthcare coursework. Her professional background includes extensive practical experience and nearly three decades of continued growth and leadership in the healthcare industry.

Leigh Ann is married to Bobby Mullen, also a Mississippi Delta native. They have three children, David, Kaleigh, and Lars.

Eligah Johnson, MPH, BHS, RRT

Chief Operating Officer
As the Chief Operating Officer, Eligah Johnson oversees operations in Respiratory, Dietary, Radiology, Laboratory, Therapy, and Environmental Services, while working in conjunction with the nursing departments to ensure the continuity of care flows seamlessly through all patient-care service areas.

Eligah began his career with South Sunflower County Hospital as the Director of Respiratory Services in 2014 and, in 2018, became the Director of Ancillary Services. As a Registered Respiratory Therapist, he has over 35 years of experience in healthcare and business management.

Eligah holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Respiratory Care from Baptist College of Health Sciences in Memphis, Tennessee, and a Master of Public Health Degree from Jackson State University. His past work experience includes Delta Health Alliance, Delta Regional Medical Center, and King’s Daughters Hospital. Eligah is a native of Greenville and resides in Greenville with his wife.

Candace Sandling

Chief Clinic Administrator
Candace Sandling of Greenwood, formerly of Indianola, serves as the Chief Clinic Administrator for the clinics of South Sunflower County Hospital, which includes Indianola Family Medical Group, Delta Primary Care, Delta Surgical Clinic, and Phillips Health Center. Candace has served at South Sunflower County Hospital for over 13 years. Prior to joining South Sunflower County Hospital, Candace worked in retail for over 15 years. Candace is an active member of the Medical Group Management Association, the Medical Group Management Association of Mississippi, the National Association of Rural Health Clinics, and the Mississippi Rural Health Association.

Mrs. Sandling holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Delta State University. Candace is married to Jimmy Sandling and has a son, Benjamin Rosenthal (Chaley) of Indianola, Mississippi, and a daughter, Rachael Nichols (John Robert) of Lake Washington, Mississippi.