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For the past decade, Kristin Wilson has been a familiar and trusted face in TriState Health’s Imaging Department. What began as a career in ultrasound has evolved into a mission, a way to serve her hometown and the people who make it special.

Recently promoted to Imaging Supervisor, Kristin leads with the same compassion, drive, and teamwork she’s known for, qualities that also shine when she steps onto the field as the Head Softball Coach at Clarkston High School. Whether she’s mentoring her team at TriState or her players on the softball field, her purpose remains the same: helping others grow with confidence, care, and heart.

“I grew up here, went to school here, and now I get to serve the same community that supported me,” Kristin says. “That lifelong connection, to both TriState and the people of our region, is something I’m really proud of.”

Kristin began her career at TriState ten years ago, fresh out of her clinical rotations. “When I started, I knew I wanted to be home,” she recalls. “I love the small-town feel of our hospital and the genuine connections we build with our patients. Over time, this place became more than where I work, it became a second family.”

Throughout her years in Imaging, Kristin has seen the field advance and grow, and she has evolved with it. From mastering new technologies to mentoring students and colleagues, she’s been part of a department defined by teamwork and trust.

That same teamwork is what fuels her leadership today. “I’ve learned so much from those who came before me,” she says. “Now, I want to be that same support for others, to help our team grow and continue providing the best care possible.”

As she steps into her new role, Kristin is focused on building collaboration across departments and ensuring every patient experience reflects the TriState standard of excellence. “My goal is to help strengthen our processes so we can keep giving patients the care they deserve,” she says.

Her new leadership role allows her to channel that determination into developing others. “Love what you do,” Kristin advises. “If you want to move up, work hard, fight for it, have that drive and commitment, and you can do it.”

Leadership runs deep in the Wilson family. Kristin’s father, Shannon Wilson, has served as the Athletic Director at Clarkston High School for nearly two decades, a role that mirrors TriState’s own commitment to community and growth. “My dad’s always been a big influence,” Kristin shares. “He connects with people in such a meaningful way, especially with kids. I’ve watched the impact he’s had on so many lives, and that’s how I want to be – with my patients, my team, and my players.”

Shannon couldn’t be prouder of his daughter’s journey. “We both love this community,” he says. “To see Kristin come back home, lead at TriState, and coach at the school, it’s a full-circle moment. It’s about giving back and continuing the legacy of service that runs in our family.”

For Kristin, coaching isn’t just about softball, it’s about shaping character. “In both healthcare and coaching, you’re teaching, supporting, and helping people reach their potential,” she explains. “In healthcare, it’s about helping patients heal and supporting your team. In coaching, it’s about building confidence and teamwork. At the core, both are about compassion and growth.”

Through TriState’s partnership with Clarkston High School, that connection between care and community continues to grow stronger. The collaboration provides athletic training support, free physicals for students, and opportunities for TriState staff to engage with local youth. “It’s amazing to see TriState’s impact reach beyond the hospital walls,” Kristin says. “It really shows how we’re all working toward the same goal, supporting our community and each other, and I am proud to be part of that.”

That’s the mindset she brings to every challenge, positive, persistent, and passionate about making a difference. “It’s about showing up, day after day, for your patients, your coworkers, your players, and your community,” she says. “Care deeply, keep pushing forward, and always be willing to grow.”

As she looks ahead, Kristin hopes her guidance leaves a lasting mark. “I want people to know that I cared, that I was approachable, truthful, and that I did what I said I would do. That I loved my patients, my team, and this community.”

For TriState Health, leaders like Kristin Wilson embody exactly what “Local Care. Lifelong Commitment.” is all about – neighbors caring for neighbors, one moment, one patient, and one generation at a time.