With over two decades of experience at the nexus of healthcare and technology, I have dedicated my career to driving innovation and enhancing patient care outcomes. As the CEO of OntarioMD, I spearhead initiatives that harness digital health solutions to optimize clinical workflows and improve access to care. My tenure in leadership positions at prominent healthcare institutions, coupled with my involvement in industry standards development and advocacy, underscores my commitment to advancing the digital health agenda. I bring to the table a wealth of insights gleaned from diverse roles, including my tenure as Vice President at St. Michael’s Hospital, Cisco Systems, and Telus Health. My passion for leveraging technology to drive systemic change, coupled with a steadfast commitment to collaboration and inclusivity, positions me as a catalyst for transformative change within the digital health landscape.
My aspiration to contribute to the Digital Health Canada Board of Directors at this stage in my career stems from my deep-seated commitment to advancing healthcare through digital innovation. As the CEO of OntarioMD, I bring forth a wealth of experience and strategic partnerships within the healthcare ecosystem. My involvement with organizations such as Ontario Health, the Ministry of Health, Canada Health Infoway, and the Ontario Medical Association underscores my dedication to driving systemic change. By joining the Board, I aim to leverage my expertise and network to propel Digital Health Canada towards its strategic objectives and facilitate transformative impact across the industry.
My professional trajectory is closely aligned with Digital Health Canada’s strategic plan and mandate, particularly in areas of member excellence, equity, diversity, and industry leadership. With a diverse background spanning the hospital sector, infrastructure technology, community-based solutions, and system delivery partnerships, I possess the necessary insights to champion initiatives that promote membership growth, equity, and industry leadership. My track record of engagement with industry stakeholders and commitment to advancing digital health positions me as a strategic ally in realizing Digital Health Canada’s vision.
- Excellence for Members – growing and empowering our membership and empowering through tools and relationships. Continuing to advocate for Digital Health Canada and your objectives will become our shared agenda
- Growing and empowering membership will be a priority for me as a health technology leader with a deep network of connections in the industry. I have worked in the hospital sector (St. Michael’s Hospital), infrastructure technology (Cisco), community-based solutions (Telus Health), and now through a system delivery partner (OntarioMD).
- Acting for Equity – supporting our membership and advancing our network with equity, diversity, and inclusion; and DEI is a strategic priority for OMD and the OMA. EDI is a philosophy and priority in all decisions that we make
- Leadership for Industry – distinguishing Digital Health Canada as a knowledge authority and enabler of innovation in the digital health industry.
I have been supporting Digital Health Canada by leading presentations on Webinar Wednesday on multiple occasions, by presenting at Up On Digital for three years, and by supporting other requirements directly or through assignment of staff from OMD.
My diverse background is the foundation for understanding how technology can provide for a sustainable healthcare system. I support insights from hospitals, OHTs, Canada Health Infoway priorities, and MOH/Oh with a physician-based lens as a partner of the Ontario Medical Association.
My diverse skill set and extensive experience uniquely position me to contribute meaningfully to the Digital Health Canada Board. With a foundation in health informatics and leadership roles across various sectors, I offer a comprehensive perspective on the intersection of healthcare and technology. My ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, coupled with a physician-driven lens, enables me to drive consensus and effectuate pragmatic change. Moreover, my commitment to fostering collaboration and inclusivity aligns seamlessly with Digital Health Canada’s objectives, making me an invaluable asset to the Board.
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- Executives/CIOs
- Emerging Professionals
- Telehealth
- Clinicians
- Vendors
- IM/IT Practitioners
- Leaders
- Academic & Research
- Healthcare Institutions
- National eHealth Organizations
- Digital Health Entrepreneurs
- Retail Health
Speaker – Up on Digital 2022, 2023, 2024
Speaker – Webinar Wednesday 2022, 2023
- Board Member One HITS
- Healthcare Chair and advisory for Healthcare standards – Canadian Standards Association
- Board Member – MacKenzie Health – MacKenzie Innovation Institute
- Creating Alternatives Board member
- VP St Michael’s Hospital
- VP Cisco Systems
- VP Telus Health
- CEO OntarioMD
- Lecturer McMaster University – EMBA, National Fellows Group
- Lecturer University of Toronto – EMBA Vernissage
- CHE – The Certified Health Executive (CHE) Program is the only leadership designation in Canada for all health leaders. The CHE is aligned to the LEADS Domains which supports self-directed, lifelong learning
I represent a system transformation perspective that is focused on inclusive alignment of system resources to enable the adoption of technology to advance patient care outcomes. My experiences and leadership will be focused on supporting the mandate and strategic priorities of Digital Health Canada. My network of healthcare technology professionals will be an asset for the objectives of Digital Health Canada
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Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics from Queens University
Master of Business Administration (Health Leadership) from McMaster University
Certified Health Executive (CHE)