DocOfTheYear
DYERSBURG, TN. — West Tennessee Healthcare is proud to announce Dr. Neil McKee, M.D., of Dyersburg Hospital as the 2026 Community Hospital Doctor of the Year.
This award recognizes a physician from one of West Tennessee Healthcare’s community hospitals, including Dyersburg, Martin, Henry County, Milan, Bolivar, and Camden, who exemplifies what it means to provide high-quality, compassionate care close to home.
Dr. McKee was selected for the meaningful impact he makes each day, not only through his clinical expertise, but through the way he cares for people. Patients and families know him as someone who listens, explains, and walks alongside them through their care. His colleagues know him as a dependable, respectful partner who brings professionalism, collaboration, and a strong sense of purpose to the team.
Through years of service with West Tennessee Healthcare, Dr. McKee has built a reputation for going the extra mile…always focused on doing what’s right for his patients while supporting those around him. Dr. McKee serves as the Chief Medical Officer for West Tennessee Healthcare’s community hospitals.
“Dr. McKee is the kind of physician every community hopes for,” said Scott Barber, CEO of West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. “He takes the time to truly connect with his patients and works side by side with our staff to make sure they receive the very best care. We are proud to have him here in Dyersburg and honored to recognize him with this award.”
This marks the second year of the Community Hospital Doctor of the Year award, following its inaugural recipient in 2025. Dr. McKee continues that growing tradition of honoring physicians who make a meaningful difference in the communities they serve every day.
Photo, from left: Eric Sievers, MD, Neil McKee, MD, Jackie Taylor, Vice President, Chief Physician Executive