And the appointment couldn't have come at a better time for the hospital as several developments are underway.
Osceola Regional is currently undergoing a major expansion that will raise its bed capacity to 317 by the end of the year.
The hospital was also recently approved to become a teaching hospital for the University of Central Florida's College of Medicine, which will see the first physicians arriving in 2014.
And the hospital is preparing to become a Level II Trauma Center.
Bob says he is "proud to continue to serve Osceola Regional and humbled by the opportunity to lead the team as we continue to transform healthcare. Osceola Regional has a long and impressive history, with many exciting new programs and services to come. I could not ask for a better team of physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers, all of whom are committed to providing high quality patient-centered care to the residents of Osceola and Orange counties and beyond."
William "Bob" Krieger was named interim CEO at Osceola in March but he possesses more than 25 years of hospital executive experience. Prior to Osceola he served as CEO of Delray Medical Center in Delray Beach, Florida, HCA's Orange Park Medical Center, Humana Hospital Biscayne in Miami, and Humana Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.
A native of New Jersey, Bob earned his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Business Administration from Florida State University.
He says his ultimate goal for Osceola is to help build upon its reputation of high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
"We are confident Bob is the best fit for Osceola Regional," said Peter Marmerstein. "He has a true passion for patient-centered quality care and is a valued and respected leader who is already invested in the hospital’s vision and mission."
Source: Osceola Regional Medical Center