Haywood Park Community Hospital Announces Leadership Change

Haywood Park Community Hospital (HPCH) Chief Executive Officer, Kim Anthony, announced Friday, September 12, 2008, that she will be leaving after nearly two years as CEO.  Anthony has made the decision to accept a position with another healthcare provider.

“It’s with mixed emotions that I step down as CEO,” said Anthony. “Although I’m grateful for the opportunity that lies ahead, there is also sadness as I leave behind a talented team. It has been a pleasure and privilege to lead Haywood Park Community Hospital. This hospital is a strong organization with dedicated board members, staff and physicians. I am proud of what we have accomplished over the last couple of years.”

“Kim has played a valuable role for the hospital and has worked hard to build a strong healthcare organization in this community,” said Andrea Johnson, chairperson of the HPCH board of trustees. “We’re sorry she will be leaving us, but understand the additional professional opportunities ahead of her.”  

A search for a new chief executive is underway; board and medical staff members will be involved in the identification of a new administrator. Beginning September 15, Steve Grubbs, currently Chief Executive Officer at Regional Hospital of Jackson, will assume additional leadership responsibilities at Haywood Park until a new CEO is appointed.