By Barbour Community Health Association
Belington – Barbour Community Health Association (BCHA) is proud to announce the promotion of Sonja Mitchell to Radiology Director. In this expanded leadership role, Sonja will oversee all radiology operations across BCHA’s network of clinics throughout Barbour County, ensuring patients have access to high-quality, low-dose, and cost-efficient digital imaging close to home.
Sonja’s promotion recognizes her outstanding contributions to patient care and her dedication to making healthcare more accessible to all residents. Radiology plays a vital role in diagnosing and guiding treatment, and under her leadership, the department will continue to expand access to imaging while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and patient comfort.
“Sonja has shown exceptional leadership, dedication, and care throughout her time with Barbour Community Health Association,” said Eric Ruf, Chief Executive Officer. “This promotion is a testament not only to her skill, but also the trust she has earned from both patients and colleagues. She absolutely embodies our core values of compassion, quality, and community, and we are excited to see her continue to grow with the organization as she guides our radiology services into the future.”
For her, the promotion represents both a professional milestone and a personal calling. “Stepping into the role of Radiology Director gives me the privilege to advance my career while providing a beneficial service to my community,” she said. “I’m excited to lead a team that is committed to making imaging efficient, accessible, and patient-focused.”
With many years of combined experience, BCHA’s radiology team continues to build on its strong foundation of patient-focused service. She is especially passionate about supporting her team’s ongoing professional development through continuing education and conference opportunities, ensuring BCHA’s radiology department keeps pace with advancing diagnostic technology.
Since its inception, Barbour Community Health Association has served the region with a mission to provide quality, affordable healthcare, and wellness services for all who need them. As a nonprofit community health center, BCHA is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare, educational health services, and wellness programs for all ages. The promotion of Sonja Belington Medical and Myers Clinics are Federally Qualified Health Service Centers (FQHCs) dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and behavioral health care services under Barbour Community Health Association. The mission is to ensure accessible healthcare for all, serving patients with insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and those without health insurance through the Health Access program.
About Barbour Community Health Association
Belington Medical and Myers Clinics are Federally Qualified Health Service Centers (FQHCs)
dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and behavioral health care services under
Barbour Community Health Association. The mission is to ensure accessible healthcare for all,
serving patients with insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and those without health insurance
through the Health Access program. Barbour Quick Care offers convenient walk-in services for those needing quick medical attention with locations in both Belington and Philippi.
The organization operates the Belington Wellness Center which provides a variety of exercise equipment, wellness programs, and a swimming pool, located adjacent to the Belington Medical Clinic.
For more information, visit BarbourHealth.org.
