Healthcare Excellence Canada Elects New Vice-Chair

November 15, 2024

Healthcare Excellence Canada Elects New Vice-Chair

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Gail Tomblin Murphy has recently been elected to the role of Vice Chair on HEC’s Board of Directors. Dr. Tomblin Murphy has been a member of the HEC Board of Directors since 2022 and is excited to take on this new role on our board.

"I am thrilled to take on the role of Vice-Chair because it presents an incredible opportunity to support HEC's strategic mission of improving the quality of healthcare across Canada. As we navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape, I am excited to collaborate with a diverse group of leaders, health professionals, and innovators to drive meaningful change," she said.

As an internationally recognized expert in population needs-based approaches to health systems strengthening, workforce planning, evaluation, capacity-building and a leading expert in healthcare innovations, Dr. Tomblin Murphy will bring a wealth of institutional experience to the Vice-Chair role.

“This role allows me to contribute to shaping strategies that can have a real impact on community health and outcomes, workforce development and strengthening and digital and AI innovations in health systems, which are areas I am deeply passionate about. I am eager to offer fresh perspectives on enhancing integration across the healthcare continuum to better serve diverse populations, and I am excited to work with the HEC team to advance our shared goals "

HEC Board Chair, Blair O’Neill warmly welcomed Dr. Tomblin Murphy’s election, stating that he is “delighted to have a healthcare leader with the experience, passion and innovative mindset that Dr. Tomblin Murphy possesses in the Vice-Chair role on our board.”

HEC’s volunteer Board of Directors is a diverse group of leaders, all passionate about improving healthcare with – and for – everyone in Canada.