Mr. Korth’s healthcare leadership career has spanned 36 years, 24 of which were spent at Cookeville Regional, according to a Feb. 2 news release from the hospital. Under his leadership, the hospital invested more than $50 million in capital projects.
In addition to his CEO responsibilities, Mr. Korth also oversees Cookeville Regional Medical Group and the Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation.
His retirement is effective May 1, and the hospital’s board of trustees aims to install an interim CEO by March 1.
