MINEOLA, NY: Winthrop-University Hospital names new CEO

John F. Collins has been named president and CEO of Winthrop-University Hospital. Collins has been a member of the Winthrop leadership team for more than a decade, most recently in the role of executive vice president and COO. Collins' appointment will become effective March 1. He replaces Daniel P. Walsh, who announced his retirement last fall, will serve as a consultant and advisor to Collins, through June 30, his official retirement date.