The long-time head of Interior Health has decided to resign.

“Interior Health (IH) today announced that Susan Brown, President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), has informed the Board of Directors of her decision to retire by the end of 2025, concluding 14 years with the organization, seven as CEO,” said the Health Authority in a release.

It comes as the provincial government begins a major review of Health Authorities across the province.

However, it doesn’t appear as though the province has pushed her out.

“On behalf of British Columbians, I extend our deepest appreciation to Susan for her leadership and dedication to serving patients and communities during her 34-year career in the provincial health system,” said Minister of Health, Josie Osborne. “From her first days as a nurse in the emergency department at Vancouver General Hospital to her current role at the helm of Interior Health Authority, Susan’s lifetime of service has made a lasting impact to patients and their families across the province.”

Brown’s departure comes on the CEO of Fraser Health, Victoria Lee, suddenly resigning in late February.

“Susan will continue to serve as CEO through December 2025 while the Board of Directors immediately begins recruiting the next President & CEO,” added Interior Health in its release.