The Mind Springs Health board of directors signed a management agreement with Larkin Health System, a healthcare organization that has served the health needs of South Miami, FL, and the surrounding region for more than 40 years. 

As part of this new direction, Mind Springs introduced its new interim chief executive officer, Nicholas D. Torres. The joint board statement said, “Dr. Torres brings a wealth of healthcare experience and a dynamic vision for our future. His impressive track record and dedication to innovation and excellence make him an ideal fit for our organization as we embark on this new path together. We are confident that under Dr. Torres’ leadership, we will forge stronger community ties, enhance patient care access, and cultivate a healthy organizational culture.”

Torres currently serves as the CEO at Larkin Community Hospital’s South Miami Campus and is an adjunct clinical faculty member at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies. His previous roles include director of patient care services at Jackson Health System and director of behavioral health at Larkin Community Hospital. He holds a doctoral degree in nursing practice from the University of Miami and a master of science degree from Chamberlain University as a family nurse practitioner.

Torres replaces John Sheehan, according to Mind Springs Health’s announcement, “graciously stepped down to pave the way for the new leadership team.”

Mind Springs Health is the Western Slope’s largest provider of counseling and therapy for mental wellness and assists individuals and families dealing with and recovering from substance abuse and addiction.