Elkins, W.Va. – Davis Medical Center welcomes Rev. Dr. Danny Franke as an Associate Staff Chaplain.

Hospital chaplains are important members of the caregiving team, serving patients with an open heart and connecting with people who may be going through tough times — regardless of their religious beliefs.

Dr. Franke is no stranger to Davis Health System.  He has served on the Broaddus Hospital Board of Trustees since 2011, and currently serves on the DHS Board and is a member of the Ethics Committee.

He holds a PhD from the University of Tennessee, and a ThM from Princeton Theological Seminary. He also has membership on various community Boards including the Heart and Hand Ministry of Philippi, the North Central  WV Red Cross, and the WV Baptist Education Society.  He is a retired Professor at Alderson-Broaddus College.