Millersville, MD – July 16, 2026—The Coordinating Center is pleased to announce that Karen Twigg, MSM-HCA, BSN, RN, CMCN, Vice President, Population Health, has been appointed President of the Maryland Rural Health Association (MRHA) Board of Directors. Karen will serve a two-year term leading MRHA’s work to educate and support the health and wellness of rural communities across Maryland.
“I am honored to serve as President of the MRHA Board of Directors and to continue working alongside partners who are deeply committed to improving access, strengthening rural health systems, and supporting the people and communities that make rural Maryland strong,” said Karen Twigg.
MRHA is a nonprofit membership organization made up of local health departments, hospitals, community health centers, area health education centers, health professionals, nonprofits, and community members throughout Maryland.
Current MRHA leaders and partners praised Karen’s appointment and the leadership she brings to the organization:
“I’m excited to support Karen Twigg as Board President and look forward to the strong leadership, passion, and perspective she will bring to advancing rural health in Maryland,” said Lara D. Wilson, MHA, Director, External Affairs and Community Liaison, UM Shore Regional Health, University of Maryland Medical System, and MRHA Board Treasurer.
Melissa A. Clark, MPA, Executive Director, AHEC West, and immediate past president of MRHA, echoed that support: “I am incredibly excited to watch all of the wonderful ways Karen will lead MRHA into its next chapter as President of the Board of Directors. Her passion, vision, and commitment will undoubtedly take the organization to the next level.”
At The Coordinating Center, Karen leads community-based programs focused on care coordination, housing stability, and improved outcomes for individuals with complex medical and social needs. She also brings extensive volunteer leadership experience, including board and committee service with MRHA, Corsica River Mental Health Services, Maryland Information Network, Mid-Atlantic Society of Healthcare Risk Management, Queen Anne’s at Home, For All Seasons, and the Maryland Chapter of the American Case Management Association.
Founded in 1983, The Coordinating Center has been at the forefront of the care management industry, providing person-centered support for people with disabilities and complex medical needs.
For more information visit coordinatingcenter.org.
