TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – Tallahassee Memorial Hospital has launched a TMH Legacy series and for its inaugural designation, they honored the late Eddie Lee Haugabrook for his lasting impact, according to a press release.

The new TMH legacy program was created to display long-term colleagues who have made an impact on the hospital and community, per TMH.

Haugabrook is a former Vice President of Human Resources and the first Black administrator at the local hospital. TMH said in a press release that Haugabrook helped transition the Florida A&M University Hospital to TMH as the HBCU’s hospital’s future seemed uncertain.

The former administrator ensured Black healthcare staff and patients were welcomed, per a release. He reportedly worked at the hospital for 35 years and “helped build the people-first culture that continues at TMH today.”

TMH held a Legacy program reception for Haugabrook on Friday at 1 p.m. Haugabrook’s family was at the reception and reflected on him, saying he was a positive figure.

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CEO of TMH Mark O’Bryant said in the press release that there was no one more deserving.

“During his 35 years of service, Eddie led in several roles here at TMH that shaped our values and culture. We are honored to have had him as a colleague and friend to so many during his tenure.”

According to the release, Haugabrook was also a Director of Purchasing and Vice President of Materials Management. He was also a veteran and member of First Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, per a release.

The plaque recognizing his impact is being displayed in the main hallway inside TMH near the Gift Shop.

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