At Prowers Medical Center, it takes a dedicated team to keep everything running smoothly—from frontline care to the vital work happening behind the scenes. One of those essential team members is Christine Beard, who serves as Controller in the Finance Department and is known to friends and family as Chrissy.

Christine has been with Prowers Medical Center for just over a year and plays a key role in supporting the hospital’s financial operations. She assists the Chief Financial Officer in maintaining accurate accounting records, preparing budgets, and coordinating financial audits to meet both financial and managerial needs. Her work helps ensure PMC can continue providing quality care to the community with transparency and efficiency.

One of Christine’s favorite aspects of her role is learning about the complex funding structures that support hospitals—especially government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. “I love learning from our CFO about how it all works,” she says. “And I love the people I work with, especially Jeri Hernandez, our AP/Payroll/Accounting Clerk. Prowers Medical Center is full of hard workers who are dedicated to our community.”

In addition to her financial responsibilities, Christine also helped coordinate and run the 2025 Board of Directors election, playing an important role in ensuring a smooth and transparent process for staff and the public.

Outside of work, Christine enjoys spending time with her family, planting flowers and trees, going to the movies with her husband, and taking their kids out for ice cream at BJs after a day at the park.

Christine and her family are also preparing to welcome a new addition in January 2026. She’s looking forward to receiving care from Dr. Forseter and Dr. Korkis at the New Beginnings Birth Center.

We’re proud to spotlight Christine for her dedication, professionalism, and the many ways she supports the mission and success of Prowers Medical Center.