The Southern Health-Santé Sud Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Jane Curtis as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective April 29, 2017. This appointment is further to a recruitment process undertaken by the Board of Directors following the retirement announcement of Ms. Kathy McPhail who has held the position since 2007.
Ms. Curtis brings a wealth of experience and education in the health care field. She is passionate about health care and has spent the past 24 years in various health-related positions, most recently in the role of VP – Planning, Innovation, Quality & Risk for Southern Health-Santé Sud. Jane is a very active member participating on numerous provincial committees and a champion of LEAN management where she has been instrumental in supporting to streamline many regional processes with rippling financial efficiencies.
“Jane’s extensive knowledge and experience in health care coupled with her proven skills in team building, strategic planning and fiscal management will continue to be valuable assets to the region,” says Abe Bergen, Chair of the Board of Directors in announcing the appointment. “She has a great appreciation for the diversity in our region, values the many working relationships with various external stakeholders and embodies the qualities of integrity, compassion, excellence and respect. The Board of Directors is looking forward to working with Jane in her new role.”
“I am committed to improving the sustainability of the health care system based on the region’s health needs”, shares Jane Curtis. ‘I look forward to building on the valuable contributions of my predecessor with a continued focus on people and partnerships.”
Southern Health-Santé Sud is a designated bilingual Regional Health Authority located in southern Manitoba with a rich tapestry of diversity. Serving a population of approximately 198,000 residents, 5,600 employees are inspired to put people at the very centre of their work, creating a culture that provides a positive experience and, ultimately, together optimal health for all.
