Baptist Health Floyd

04/12/2026

Nutrients play a key role in supporting hormone function. Discover how healthy eating habits may help maintain hormonal balance.

Explore how different diets can affect your hormones. From paleo to keto, each diet can have a different effect. Learn more.

04/11/2026

Baptist Health Floyd is hosting its annual NICU reunion today until 2 p.m. at Huber's Lakehouse. The event features games, snacks, and activities for families to enjoy. It wouldn’t be possible without the dedication and hard work of the Women’s and Children’s staff, whose passion for caring for our tiniest patients truly shines.

04/10/2026

To honor National Donate Life Month, Baptist Health Floyd along with Network for Hope hosted a Donate Life flag raising ceremony this morning near the hospital flagpole. Liver recipient Linda Baxter spoke about her experience and the importance and need of organ donation. There are an estimated 108,000 people nationwide in need of a life-saving organ transplant. For more information go to https://www.networkforhope.org

04/08/2026

Some pregnancies require additional monitoring to help support the health of both mom and baby. Learn what factors may place a pregnancy into a high risk category and how specialized care can help guide you through each stage.

Understand what qualifies as a high-risk pregnancy, including common conditions, causes, and when to seek specialized care from your healthcare provider.

04/06/2026

𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞; 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐝

When Erika Samuels walks into Baptist Health Floyd, she does not feel like a newcomer.

In many ways, she feels like she is coming home.

Samuels stepped into her role as Baptist Health Foundation Floyd Director in February, bringing with her years of experience in health care fundraising. She came to Floyd after working for the non-profit AMPED (Adventurous Minds Produce Extraordinary Dreams). She also worked for a Parkinson’s non-profit which is where she was first introduced to Baptist Health Floyd.

“One of the Parkinson’s support groups meets here at the hospital so it’s nice four years later to come back and say I am home,” she said. “Fundraising is a tool I use but my passion is more of the healthcare piece and patient impact.”

Samuels said working for the Parkinson’s group for eight years was her introduction to health care.

“It was an independent organization, so I had the ability to get in and be creative and spend time building out exercise programs and support groups,” she said. “There were more patient facing opportunities.”

She also worked for Norton’s Foundation for two years.

“That helped me learn how to tap in to building relationships between doctors and pharmaceutical companies and all different aspects of health care,” she said.

Now, as Baptist Health Foundation Floyd Director, she sees her role as both focused and uniquely supported.

“As a market lead, you don’t have to worry about the HR or Administrative functions — you can dive right into the fundraising,” she said. “It is structured for you to make the most impact with your time. Not many organizations are set up that way.”

That structure allows her to concentrate on what she does best: building relationships.

And she sees plenty of opportunities ahead.

Living in Hardin County, Samuels has long been aware of Baptist Health’s reach, particularly in rural communities. That firsthand perspective has deepened her appreciation for the system’s broader mission.

“My appreciation for Baptist goes beyond Floyd,” she says. “I can see the impact in my own community.”

Since stepping into the role, she has felt a strong sense of momentum and said everyone has been welcoming.

“There’s a lot of synergy and excitement,” she says. “We’re putting our brains together to figure out how we can take the foundation to the next level — seeing higher levels of donations and revenue.”

In her first year, Samuels is focused on meeting revenue goals — but also on something less measurable and just as important: visibility.

“That means being out in the community, meeting people, and making sure they know we’re here and what our mission is,” she said.

For Samuels, it is about patients, families, and communities — and making sure they have the support they need when it matters most.

“From the moment we met Erika, she felt like someone who belonged here. She has the kind of presence that puts people at ease while also inspiring confidence,” said Baptist Health Vice President of Philanthropy Roy Lowdenback. “She’s already showing the kind of leadership that will move Baptist Health Foundation Floyd forward in impactful ways.”

For those interested in donating to the Foundation, call 812.949.6303 or go to SupportBaptistHealth.org.

04/06/2026

Work to correct air conditioning issues in the older section at Baptist Health Floyd begins today and will continue this week. Once the work is complete it will be monitored to make sure it is properly working.

04/05/2026

If spring activities leave you feeling less than egg-cellent, we are here to give you our best. 🐣 To view wait times and check in online for in-person care, or to start a Video Visit or e-Visit, go to BaptistHealth.com/CareAnywhere.

04/04/2026

Spring allergies slowing you down? Baptist Health Urgent Care & Virtual Care is here to keep you in the game 🏀 with options for care available 24/7. To view wait times and check in online for in-person care, or to start a Video Visit or e-Visit, go to BaptistHealth.com/CareAnywhere.

04/04/2026

This April, let's celebrate National Healthcare Decisions Day by empowering ourselves to make informed choices about our care. Complete your advance directives and designate a healthcare surrogate—it's a gift to yourself and your loved ones. Need help? Call our advance care planning helpline 833.307.2081 or visit our website at baptisthealth.com/acp

04/02/2026

When diagnosed with advanced lung cancer, Melvin Carver feared the worst. Thanks to Baptist Health Floyd and his care team, he not only survived surgery but is now cancer-free.

“Dr. Gul gave me my life.”

Read Melvin’s story of hope, resilience, and second chances. https://bit.ly/4bcSyeK

04/01/2026

Constipation is a common concern during pregnancy, but relief options may not always be clear. Learn which remedies are considered safe, when to talk with your provider, and steps you can take to stay comfortable throughout your pregnancy.

Learn about safe constipation remedies during pregnancy, lifestyle tweaks, and when to seek medical advice.

04/01/2026

It might be April Fool’s Day, but aches 😣 and allergies 🤧 are no joke. That’s why Baptist Health Urgent & Virtual Care is here to help, so you can focus on what matters most. To view wait times and check in online for in-person care, or to start a Video Visit or e-Visit, go to BaptistHealth.com/CareAnywhere.