Deedee Gaines

DeeDee Gaines has over 25 years of work experience in various roles in the healthcare and community health education sectors. DeeDee currently works as the Director of Marketing & Communications at St. Mary's Health Care System since September 2020. Prior to that, they served as the Manager of Physician Relations at St. Mary's Health System from November 2010 to May 2021. Other notable positions include Deputy Director at Athens Community Council on Aging from August 2009 to March 2010, Wellness Coordinator at Athens-Clarke County from July 2008 to August 2009, Director at Clarendon Health System from February 2001 to June 2008, and Community Health Education Coordinator at South Central Health District from June 1995 to March 2000.

DeeDee Gaines has a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Health Education from East Tennessee State University. DeeDee also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Public Health Education and Promotion, also from East Tennessee State University. Additionally, they have a Master's degree in Public Administration from Troy University.