UChicago Hospital CEO Resigns

Kenneth Rose steps down from leadership role at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Kenneth Rose, the president and CEO of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook in Illinois, has stepped down from his role effective February 20, 2026. Rose, who also oversaw UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks, cited leading two multi-site organizations within a larger regional and national system as a formative chapter of his professional life and expressed gratitude for the experience.

Why it matters

Rose's resignation marks a leadership change at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, a 138-bed acute care hospital. His departure comes after two years in the role, during which he helped oversee the partnership between UChicago Medicine and AdventHealth.

The details

Kenneth Rose confirmed his resignation to Becker's Hospital Review, stating that he is taking time to 'thoughtfully consider the next phase' of his professional journey. Rose stepped into the CEO role in February 2024 and was responsible for overseeing both UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook and UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks.

  • Kenneth Rose stepped down from his role as president and CEO of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook on February 20, 2026.

The players

Kenneth Rose

The former president and CEO of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook, who also oversaw UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks.

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook

A 138-bed acute care hospital in Illinois that was led by Kenneth Rose until his recent resignation.

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What they’re saying

“Leading two multi-site organizations within a larger regional and national system has been one of the most formative chapters of my professional life.”

— Kenneth Rose, Former President and CEO (LinkedIn)

What’s next

UChicago Medicine and AdventHealth will need to appoint a new president and CEO to lead UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook going forward.

The takeaway

Kenneth Rose's resignation from his leadership role at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook represents a transition in the hospital's executive team, as the organization looks to fill the CEO position and continue its partnership with AdventHealth.