South Shore Hospital Chief Of Medicine Dr. Robert McIntyre Dies In Florida Diving Accident

BOSTON (CBS) - A diving accident off Florida has claimed the life of a local doctor and hospital leader. Dr. Robert McIntyre was the Chief of Medicine at South Shore Hospital.

McIntyre, 58, was diving with a group near Palm Beach Inlet Thursday morning but never resurfaced. There is no word yet what went wrong during the dive.

"Along with being an extraordinarily talented and gifted physician who cared deeply about his patients and colleagues, Bob was known for his compassion, intelligence and sense of humor," South Shore Hospital said in a statement.

"He was a mentor to members of our hospitalist staff, friend, and educator to many healthcare professionals. He helped create a superb and highly respected hospitalist service."

McIntyre was a captain in the Massachusetts Army National Guard serving in its Medical Corps. He joined South Shore Hospital in 2012.