Deputy director general, health system improvement and innovation
Spent past four years as group manager responsible in turn for health system improvement, integrated service design and service commissioning.
More than 25 years’ experience including 15 years’ clinical practice in hospitals and in primary care.
Experienced in operational management, education and working with Māori and Pacific communities in South Auckland.
Has led initiatives including in maternity, primary care and ambulance services, and overseen regulatory change in abortion law, medicinal cannabis and vaping reform.