PARKRIDGE EAST CHIEF EXECUTIVE NAMED TO STATE BOARD

July 22, 2010 - Parkridge East Hospital Chief Executive Officer Brian Cook has been appointed to the Tennessee State Board of Respiratory Care by Governor Phil Bredesen. Governor Bredesen appointed 135 men and women from across the state of Tennessee to serve on 60 state boards and commissions.

“I commend all those appointed for their willingness to serve the state through its boards and commissions,” Bredesen said. “Tennesseans have always been recognized for dedicating their time and talents to serve their fellow citizens, and I appreciate these men and women for upholding this tradition. I am confident they will represent their respective boards with integrity and honor.” Appointment terms vary based on statutory recommendations or term limits specified by geographic or other qualifications. Mr. Cook’s term runs through March 31, 2013.

Cook has served as Chief Executive Officer at Parkridge East since July of 2009. He came to Parkridge East from Hendersonville Medical Center, in Hendersonville, Tennessee where he served as Chief Operating Officer. Cook obtained his Bachelor’s of Science degree from Florida State University and his Master’s of Business Administration from the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollings College in Winter Park, Florida. He is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

About Parkridge East Hospital
Parkridge East Hospital, a facility of Parkridge Medical Center, has been serving the southeast Tennessee and northwest Georgia area for 35 years. Well known in the region as a leader in obstetrics, neonatal intensive care and women’s services, Parkridge East Hospital also offers acute care services such as pulmonology, cardiology, gastroenterology, intensive care , surgical services and outpatient diagnostics. For more information or a free physician referral, call MedLine at 800-242-5662 or visit TriStarHealth.com and choose Parkridge East Hospital.