Jillian Skinner med rel: Local Health District board appointments

Health Minister Jillian Skinner today announced 22 new appointments to the boards of 13 of the state’s 15 Local Health Districts.

Mrs Skinner thanked outgoing board members for their commitment and efforts to achieve the best care for patients in their regions.

“I am delighted that today’s appointments mean our Local Health Districts continue to have highly experienced board members who are passionate about their communities,” Mrs Skinner said.

“More than five years ago, I made a commitment to devolve responsibility and accountability to those closer to the patient, such as Local Health District board members. Today’s announcement reflects that promise.

“The new board members include clinicians and local representatives with expertise in clinical practice, business, financial and health management and corporate governance, as well as members with an understanding of the local community.

“They were selected from a highly competitive pool of more than 430 candidates.

“Local Health District boards are an important part of the overall management of the public health system in NSW.

“Each board has overall responsibility for the strategic direction and overall performance of the Local Health District they oversee.

“These new board members have a big job ahead of them, with substantial growth in their budgets to deliver more emergency and elective surgery services than ever before.

“I congratulate all 22 new board members on their appointments and wish them all the best in their new roles.”