The hospital district’s governing board did not provide a concrete reason for placing Mr. Friel on paid leave. Mr. Friel himself has declined to comment on the board’s decision. He has served as the hospital district’s CEO for nine years and will be succeeded by CFO John McCormick, who will serve on an interim basis.
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