Healthcare Hero- Edward Williams

Edward Williams, Laboratory Medical Technologist 

1. How long have you been employed at Carolina Pines?

December 3, 2021 I will have been employed at Carolina Pines for 20 years. 

2. How would you define success?

Working together to achieve a common goal. In a hospital system, we are all in separate departments: doctors, nurses, laboratory, human resources, etc., but we are in an alliance to care for our patients and our community. 

3. Tell us a little bit about your family. 

My wife, Tawanda, is a Microbiology Supervisor at MUSC Florence and my daughter, Tionna, is a student at USC Columbia, majoring in Pharmacy. 

4. What do you like to do in your spare time?

I enjoy watching TV (mainly sports), exercising (usually walking), playing basketball and tennis. 

5. Can you share something about yourself that would surprise us?

I once was home from college on spring break and I delivered a baby girl named Alexis. 

6. You're happiest when....

My family is healthy and safe

7. What is the best part about working at Carolina Pines?

Knowing that it's a small hospital, but we play a big part in caring for the people of Hartsville and surrounding areas.