Croydon-based Health & Case Management (HCML), a rehabilitation and care management provider, has appointed Nick Delaney as chief executive following its recent acquisition by healthcare specialist investor Apposite Capital.

Delaney most recently provided strategic and non-executive advice to companies within the healthcare industry, including Moving Minds, the handl Group, My:Method, UKS Health Group and The Medical. Before that he was chief executive at physiotherapy provider Ascenti for seven years.

Founded in 2003, HCML is a case management and treatment services provider, with capabilities ranging from minor injuries to complex ‘catastrophic’ cases, corporate sickness management, with a network of more than 1,000 physical and psychological treatment providers.

Delaney said: “I am fortunate to be inheriting a strong business with a fantastic reputation for quality and clinical excellence, an enthusiastic and committed management team with a real powerhouse of innovation sitting at its core. I look forward to leading HCML through the next exciting phase of our development and growth whilst continuing to deliver unrivalled clinical excellence, innovation and value to our clients and customers.”

HCML’s previous chief executive of more than 10 years, Keith Bushnell, will remain on the board as a non-executive director.