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New Health P.E.I. CEO: Stability and Support Needed
17 Mar
Summary
- New interim CEO appointed March 11 amid leadership changes.
- Focus on supporting staff and rebuilding trust within the system.
- Addressing physician concerns about a paused memorandum of agreement.
Laurae Kloschinsky assumed the role of interim CEO for Health P.E.I. on March 11, following the immediate departure of the previous CEO. Kloschinsky, a pharmacist with a background in health administration, expressed her commitment to providing support and stability to the health system.
She noted that rebuilding trust will require time, dedication, and active listening to those within the system. This transition occurs as Prince Edward Island's healthcare faces significant pressure, including physician departures and concerns over primary care access.
Furthermore, a memorandum of agreement concerning physician practice models has been paused. This pause follows discussions with the medical society regarding physicians' implementation concerns, with Kloschinsky involved in charting a path forward.
Kloschinsky believes collaborative efforts are key to improving the system. While she is focused on immediate support and stability, she indicated it is too early to consider a permanent role.
