Hal Leftwich, CEO of Big South Fork Medical Center in Oneida, Tenn., died Sept. 16 at age 69. Mr. Leftwich had more than 40 years of healthcare leadership experience and led hospitals across the U.S. through periods of challenge and growth, according to a Sept. 17 Facebook post from the hospital. “His dedication, loyalty, and sharp insight helped steer our hospital through some of its most difficult moments, ensuring its continued service to the community,” the hospital wrote. “This past August, Hal proudly celebrated his seven-year anniversary with us — a testament to the unwavering commitment he had for both our hospital and the people it serves. We are honored that he chose our hospital as his final professional home.”

Before joining Big South Fork Medical Center in 2018, Mr. Leftwich

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