Healthcare Change Makers Podcast | Healthcare Insurance Reciprocal of Canada

Step inside the minds of Canada’s healthcare leaders; welcome to Healthcare Change Makers.

Join us as we talk to leaders about driving change in our complex healthcare organizations. Learn valuable lessons about how to manage the bigger challenges and risks facing organizations today – the implementation of new technology, natural disasters, patient safety, and the big problem of congestion and poor access to care.

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Paul Young: Undertaking Courageous Leadership

(Access show transcript) Paul Young and his team welcomed the inaugural cohort of medical students at the University of PEI - an enormous milestone for the province.

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Rebuilding Primary Care with Janet Dang and Asher Frydman

When the Thames Valley Family Health Team realized early in the pandemic there was a shortage of PPE in the London-Middlesex region, they put out the call. Students, local businesses and the community stepped up with incredible results.

Episode 26: It takes a community with Emily Gruenwoldt, President & CEO of Children’s Healthcare Canada

As a young healthcare leader governing during a time of huge change and upheaval, Emily Gruenwoldt Carkner has learned to stay humble and “lean in like never before” to mentors, family and her network.

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Today, Ellen Gardner and Philip De Souza, Communications and Marketing at HIROC, speak with Emily Gruenwoldt Carkner, President and CEO of Children’s Healthcare Canada.

Episode 25: Delivering exceptional care “avec vous et pour vous” with Dr. Bernard Leduc, President and CEO, Hôpital Montfort

Dr. Leduc makes sure that staff and the Montfort community are aware of the hospital’s noble history and stays focussed on its crucial role serving the healthcare needs of the Francophone community, “Avec vous et pour vous – with you and for you.”

This episode was recorded on August 10, 2020.

From the Frontlines with The Ottawa Hospital’s Corporate Communications Team

For this small but mighty team, supporting one of the largest academic research centres in the country comes with a great sense of pride.

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Welcome to From the Frontlines, a special Healthcare Change Makers mini-series. Healthcare providers and support staff have been on the frontlines, fighting for Canadians since the start of this pandemic. In this series we’re handing the microphone over to some of those amazing individuals.

From the Frontlines with Claire Dion Fletcher, NACM and Seventh Generation Midwives Toronto

Through her work as a midwife, an educator, and an advocate, Claire pushes for safe and accessible healthcare – keeping the patient and their family at the centre.

From the Frontlines with Lori Zillman, Alberta Health Services

Lori Zillman explains why her communicable disease team at Alberta Health Services’ South Zone is the epitome of strength and compassion during the COVID-19 pandemic.

From the Frontlines with Leslie Motz, Lakeridge Health

In these fast and furious times of change, Leslie Motz has built a team at Lakeridge Health that puts patients and staff first, while never losing sight of their self-care needs.

From the Frontlines with Krystal Mack, Providence Manor

Despite the challenges of adapting to an evolving crisis, Krystal Mack and the team at Providence Manor in Kingston have truly shown up for the residents in their care.

Episode 24: Juggy Sihota of TELUS on the Importance of Creating a Contribution Culture

As she reflects on her career motivations, Juggy Sihota continues to be inspired by meaningful work, being part of strong teams, and her drive – instilled by family – to mentor others and give back to the community.

Episode 23: Moving Towards the Fire with Andrée Robichaud, President and CEO, Central Health

For Andrée Robichaud, President and CEO of Central Health, being a leader in healthcare means being able to explain your decisions to staff and to the community around you – accountability and transparency are essential.

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Today, your host Ellen Gardner and HIROC’s Philip De Souza speak with Andrée Robichaud, President and CEO of Central Health in Newfoundland.