COLUMBUS, Ind. – Columbus Regional Health (CRH) President/CEO Steve Baker has officially resigned, effective immediately.
He assumed the role in April of this year, succeeding longtime CRH President/CEO Jim Bickel.
Jim Bickel will serve in the Interim role through for the remainder of 2025 and into 2026, as needed, while the Columbus Regional Health Board of Trustees finalizes the plan to fill the role of President and Chief Executive Officer role.
“On behalf of the Board of Trustees, we are confident in the future of Columbus Regional Health and are committed to a smooth transition,” said CRH Board Chair, Don Michael. “With his many proven years of exceptional leadership and dedication to CRH and his continued ties to the organization, Jim Bickel with the support of the Board and Senior Leadership, will provide a stable foundation to fulfill this organization’s commitment to the community we serve, and our mission as a local, independent healthcare system.”
Baker’s resignation follows substantial budget cuts to Columbus Regional Health and other area hospitals.
