Dignity Health’s Memorial Hospital promotes COO to CEO: 4 things to know

Dignity Health’s Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, Calif., appointed Ken Keller president and CEO, effective Dec. 24, according to The Bakersfield Californian.

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Here are four things to know:

1. Mr. Keller most recently served as COO of the hospital.

2. He served as board chair of the American Heart Association.

3. Mr. Keller holds a master’s degree in the executive program from the University of New Orleans.

4. He succeeds Jon Van Boening, who is leaving to take on a senior leadership role overseeing San Francisco-based Dignity Health’s Central California service area.

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