MINNEAPOLIS — The leader of Hennepin Healthcare has resigned, effective immediately, as the hospital system deals with significant financial challenges.
Dr. J. Kevin Croston took on the role of co-administrator this past January, with leaders saying this job was temporary. The other co-administrator, David J. Hough, remains as the leader of HCMC.
This news comes as HCMC faces dire financial problems that may result in its closure. As KARE 11 has reported, roughly 100 positions and several services have been cut, and by the end of the year, they will need to cut another $100-150 million. Hennepin County has been helping the hospital that mostly serves low-income patients make payroll…