As another Thanksgiving season passes, James Paterek reflects on the values that define its work and the people who make its mission possible. This time of year invites a deeper appreciation for the providers, clients, and team members whose dedication strengthens the organization every day. Gratitude remains a core part of Millbrook’s culture, an active principle that shapes how the organization operates, serves, and supports.

Honoring the Providers Who Carry Millbrook’s Mission Forward

Millbrook’s purpose is grounded in service, and that purpose comes to life through the physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals who care for communities nationwide. Their commitment to excellence, even in moments of complexity, ensures that patients receive the high-quality care they deserve. Millbrook extends sincere thanks to every provider who stands at the forefront of healthcare delivery, representing the organization with professionalism and compassion.

Appreciating Our Clients and Their Partnership

Millbrook’s clients continue to play a pivotal role in the organization’s progress. By entrusting their staffing needs to Millbrook, healthcare systems and facilities empower their team to support critical patient care across the country. This partnership, built on trust, communication, and shared goals, remains a driving force behind Millbrook’s growth and impact. The organization remains deeply grateful for the confidence clients place in its services.

Recognizing the Team That Keeps Millbrook Moving

James Paterek says that behind every placement and every successful client engagement stands a dedicated internal team. Millbrook’s recruiters, credentialing specialists, compliance professionals, and operations staff ensure a seamless experience for providers and clients alike. Their collaboration, adaptability, and professionalism sustain the organization’s momentum. Millbrook proudly acknowledges the collective effort that transforms its mission into daily action.

Carrying Gratitude Into the Future

As the year draws to a close, Millbrook continues to reflect on the progress achieved and the challenges overcome. Each experience has strengthened the organization’s commitment to serve with purpose and humility. Gratitude is not confined to a holiday—it is an ongoing lens through which Millbrook views its relationships, responsibilities, and opportunities.

Preparing for a Transformative 2026

Looking toward 2026, Millbrook is charting a focused and strategic path forward. The coming year represents a moment of renewed ambition, with initiatives designed to enhance service capabilities, deepen provider support, and expand partnerships.

Millbrook is investing in advanced operational systems that elevate efficiency and responsiveness across all service lines. These improvements will streamline the provider onboarding experience, strengthen compliance processes, and ensure clients receive timely, high-quality staffing solutions.

In addition, Millbrook is preparing to broaden its national reach by building new relationships with healthcare facilities and reinforcing its presence in both urban and rural markets. This expansion is supported by enhanced workforce development efforts aimed at equipping providers with the resources needed to thrive in diverse care environments.

Strengthening the Millbrook Community in the Year Ahead

The organization is also concentrating on internal development, advancing leadership training, and creating new professional growth opportunities for team members. By investing in its people, Millbrook ensures that every department is ready to meet the evolving needs of clients and providers in 2026.

Technology enhancements, expanded service capabilities, and renewed operational strategies form the foundation of Millbrook’s upcoming initiatives. More importantly, these advancements reflect the organization’s ongoing promise to deliver reliable, compassionate, and high-quality support to the healthcare community.

A Season of Thanks and a Year of Possibility

Millbrook enters the new year with appreciation for the relationships that sustain its mission and optimism for what lies ahead. The organization remains committed to serving with integrity, strengthening partnerships, and advancing the well-being of communities across the nation.

With heartfelt gratitude for all who contribute to its success, Millbrook looks forward to a purposeful and impactful 2026.

​​About the Author

James L. Paterek is the Chief Executive Officer of Millbrook Support Services, a nationwide healthcare staffing and workforce solutions company with offices throughout the U.S. Millbrook, a Joint Commission–certified and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), supplies physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals to government, education, corrections, and commercial clients across North America. Millbrook is also a GSA-Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) 621 I contract holder for Professional & Allied Healthcare Staffing Services, with coverage across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico.