Dr. Vera Etches Appointed President and CEO of Cheo

Dec 04, 2024•8 months ago

Position

President

Company

CHEO

Vera Etches

OttawaFamilyNon ProfitHealth Care

Description

Dr Vera Etches, who led Ottawa residents through the COVID-19 pandemic as the medical officer of health, has been appointed as the new President and CEO of CHEO. The board of directors of the Eastern Ontario regional children’s hospital made the announcement, following a months-long search for a replacement for Alex Munter. Etches is set to commence her new role on March 3, 2025.

Company Information

Company

CHEO

Location

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

About

CHEO (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario) is a regional children’s hospital providing pediatric health care services and treatment to children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, and parts of Nunavut.

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