Coral Gables Hospital welcomes Patrick Downes as new CEO

Coral Gables Hospital welcomes Patrick Downes as new CEO
Coral Gables Hospital welcomes Patrick Downes as new CEO
Patrick Downes, CEO of Coral Gables Hospital

Coral Gables Hospital recently appointed Patrick Downes as the hospital’s new chief executive officer. As CEO, Downes will be responsible for all hospital operations, executive planning and medical services of the 245-bed acute care hospital.

“Patrick is a strong leader who is well poised to guide our administrative team at Coral Gables Hospital towards continued growth and success,” said Marsha Powers, CEO of Tenet’s Florida Region. “Based on his track record within our company, we are confident that he will ensure the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare to our patients that the hospital is known for.”

Downes comes to Coral Gables Hospital after serving as the chief operating officer of Hialeah Hospital for four years. Among his accomplishments as COO, Downes spearheaded several innovative projects, including the opening of the first Senior ER in Miami-Dade County, a new comprehensive wound care center, and the opening of a 12-bed behavioral health unit.

He also led a regional COO group for Tenet in Florida as the group’s chair and oversaw capital improvements and operational initiatives that improved the overall patient experience.

Previously, Downes served as the associate administrator for Tenet Florida Physician Services where he managed the recruitment and business development operations of the physician practice management group. He also has held the position of associate administrator at North Shore Medical Center and was instrumental in developing the hospital’s primary stroke center.

Downes earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Master of Science in Business Administration from Florida State University.

Coral Gables Hospital is a 245-bed acute care hospital located at 3100 Douglas Rd. in the heart of historic Coral Gables. To learn more about Coral Gables Hospital, visit www.coralgableshospital.com.


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