University Health System CEO resigns

Rodney Heubbers, the CEO of the University Health System, announced Friday he will step down from his position, effective immediately.

No details have been released for Heubbers' resignation.

The role of interim CEO will be filled by Richard Cascio, a partner at Alvarez and Marsal.

Cascio led the transition from state to private ownership, and was instrumental in building and leading University Health through its transformative beginning.

University Health System has hospitals in both Shreveport and Monroe.

"We feel confident that this transition will not impact the operations of any of our facilities, and look forward to continuing the growth of our services to all within the communities we serve," said Board Chairman Steve Skrivanos. "We are proud of what we have accomplished in our first year; both the expanded delivery of care to the community and the number of jobs saved by the opening of this institution. We look forward to continuing our mission in year two."