The Minister has convened an all-star panel including, Chris Power, Co-Chair, HealthCareCAN Transitional Board of Directors. As President and CEO of Nova Scotia’s Capital Health, Ms. Power is a leader of innovation in a number of key areas, including the Palliative and Therapeutic Harmonization Clinic (PATH), an innovative health care service for frail elderly with multiple chronic health conditions. HealthCareCAN congratulates Ms. Power and all members of the panel for their commitment over the next year to shining a light on best practices and innovations that are essential to the well-being of Canadians.
“HealthCareCAN applauds the Minister’s leadership to accelerate the spread of innovation in the health care system,” said Bill Tholl, President and CEO. “Our members, Canada’s healthcare organizations, are actively developing and implementing innovative practices aimed at improving the system and quality of care. We look forward to assisting the panel in its important work. There is no time to lose in improving the system in the interests of Canadians.”
HealthCareCAN is the national voice of healthcare organizations across Canada. We foster informed and continuous, results-oriented discovery and innovation across the continuum of healthcare. We act with others to enhance the health of all Canadians; to build the capability for high quality care; and to help ensure value for money in publicly financed, healthcare programs.
Learn more about our organization at www.healthcarecan.ca. Follow us on Twitter: @HealthCareCAN.
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For further information and/or to arrange an interview, contact:
Ms. Teresa Neuman, Communications Specialist
Tel.: (613) 241-8005, Extension 205; Mobile: (613) 282-6003;
E-mail: tneuman@healthcarecan.ca