Over the past 10 years, Dr. Keithley has worked in several leadership roles at the hospital, most recently as director of emergency services, according to a news release sent to local media outlets. He is also a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard.
In his new role, Dr. Keithley will oversee all physician operations.
CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs is a 280-bed hospital. CHI St. Vincent is a regional health network with footprints in Central and Southwest Arkansas. It includes four hospitals and is part of Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health.