Discovery Behavioral Health taps CEO

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Irvine, Calif.-based Discovery Behavioral Health has appointed Thomas Britton, PhD, as chief executive officer, effective Nov. 17.

Dr. Britton succeeded John Peloquin, PhD, and will lead the organization as it expands the measurement-based care model, according to a Nov. 17 news release. Dr. Britton brings decades of clinical and executive leadership experience, having previously served as CEO of Accanto Health, American Addiction Center, and Gateway Foundation. 

Discovery Behavioral Health operates more than 130 programs across the U.S., offering treatment for substance use disorder, eating disorders and more across all levels of care.

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