WYOMING, Mich. - Metro Health-University of Michigan Health has selected a new president and CEO.
The health system chose Chief Medical Officer Dr. Peter Hahn. The announcement comes as the current president and CEO, Michael Faas, steps down into retirement after 25 years. Faas announced his retirement plans last year.
Dr. Hahn was chosen for the position after a nationwide candidate search. He will begin his new role October 1.
"Dr. Hahn is the ideal selection to carry forward the transformational, visionary leadership of Mike Faas," said Carlos Sanchez, Co-Chair of the Metro Health Hospital Board. "The unanimous decision by our board members confirms Peter is the right choice at the right time to build on Metro Health's legacy of patient-focused clinical excellence for West Michigan."
An accomplished physician leader, Hahn was instrumental in the groundbreaking 2016 affiliation with University of Michigan Health, enabling a strategic expansion of services at Metro Health, as well as new accreditations and recognitions for excellence.
"I am thankful for the hard work by everyone involved in the hiring process," Hahn said. "As I take on this responsibility, I am fortunate to be surrounded by an unmatched collection of talent and passion for healthcare. Together, we will ensure our culture of community engagement and patient-focused care will continue to define the experience people have at Metro Health — University of Michigan Health."
Hahn said the board of directors, executive team, physicians and leadership have carefully crafted a strategic plan that will guide Metro Health forward in a fiscally responsible manner to meet the specific needs of the community.
"In a little more than 18 months since our affiliation with the University of Michigan, we have already seen the impact of world-class medical care and how it benefits the patients right here in West Michigan," Hahn said. "Expect further innovations, improvements and expansions as we execute our comprehensive strategic plan."
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