Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth (Mass.) CEO Peter Holden has resigned, according to a Boston Business Journal report. He served as CEO for 10 years, beginning his tenure when the hospital was independent, known as Jordan Hospital. He continued to lead the hospital after Boston-based Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center acquired it in 2014.
While the hospital did not give any specific details regarding Mr. Holden's resignation, they told the Boston Business Journal he was leaving "pursue new opportunities." Prior to joining Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth, Mr. Holden served in a number of other healthcare leadership roles, including president of Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton, Mass.
Kevin Coughlin, the hospital's senior vice president of system development, will serve as interim CEO while the search for a permanent replacement begins.