Canonsburg General Hospital CEO Announces Retirement

Canonsburg General Hospital officials announced last week that President and Chief Executive Officer Kim Malinky will retire in August 2011 after 27 years of service to the hospital. 

Malinky, who was appointed CEO in 2003, began her career at the hospital as a staff nurse.

Under Malinky’s stewardship, Canonsburg General Hospital realized the construction of a new emergency department, the development of an inpatient rehabilitation unit, a hospital-based orthopaedics institute and a Center for Women’s Health.

Most recently, she oversaw a renovation of the hospital’s front lobby and "played a key role in the development of West Penn Allegheny Health System’s ," according to a release.

“It has been a tremendous honor to serve this community and to help meet the healthcare needs of those who live here," Malinky said. "It has also been a true privilege to lead and work alongside a very talented group of healthcare professionals who are committed to that personalized care experience for which Canonsburg General Hospital is known."

Joseph Macerelli, chairman of the hospital's board of directors, said Malinky’s contributions have been significant.

“Kim has done an exceptional job of leading Canonsburg General Hospital and moving it forward during a particularly challenging era in the healthcare industry. She is well respected among the hospital’s employees as well as in the community and will be greatly missed,” Macerelli said. “On behalf of the entire board, I sincerely thank Kim for everything she has accomplished at Canonsburg General on behalf of our patients and staff and for the unwavering dedication she has shown in helping us fulfill our mission.”

Throughout her career at CGH, Malinky has been active in the Washington County Chamber of Commerce, the Washington County Health Partners, the Greater Canonsburg Economic Development Committee, the Canonsburg Business and Professional Women’s Association, the Southpointe CEO Association and Sigma Theta Tau International.

She is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives and in 2006 she received the Outstanding Woman in Business Award from the Washington County Chamber of Commerce.

Upon retirement Malinky said she plans to spend more time with her family and grandchildren.