There's a new face at the helm of Halton Healthcare.
Melissa Farrell started today (June 5) as president and CEO of the organization that operates hospitals in Georgetown, Milton and Oakville.
"We are fortunate to have such a seasoned and progressive leader guiding the Halton Healthcare team,” says Richard Nunn, chair of the board of directors at Halton Healthcare. “With her dynamic and collaborative approach, Melissa will help advance our organization and take us to the next level.”
Farrell joins the team after serving as president at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, where she led a multi-site academic teaching hospital affiliated with McMaster University. Before that, Farrell had a prominent career in the public sector.
“This is a critical time for healthcare,” Farrell says. “I look forward to building on Halton Healthcare’s strong foundation to evolve, embrace and lead change so we can continue to support the current and future needs of our communities and our teams.”
Farrell currently serves as a board member of the Ontario Hospital Association. She has a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Master’s Degree in Planning from Queen’s University and has continued her education in leadership programs at Harvard Business School, Ivey Business School and The Rotman School of Management.
“I see an incredible opportunity in Halton Healthcare’s participation and outreach to our many partners - our collaborative efforts with them are vital to the future,” she adds. “Together, with our healthcare teams, foundations, volunteer organizations and community partners, we will set a course for Halton Healthcare and successfully navigate any challenges to capitalize on them as opportunities.”
