CEO Announced for District Health Authority #6

Patrick Flinn, the current executive director of the Aberdeen Hospital in New Glasgow, is the successful candidate for CEO of District Health Authority #6.

Mr. Flinn has been with the hospital for six years and is also responsible for the administration of the Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital in Pictou. In addition to these responsibilities, he was serving as executive director in charge of diagnostic and support services for the Northern Regional Health Board. Mr. Flinn was also previously CEO of the Glace Bay Healthcare Corporation.

"I am confident that Mr. Flinn will do a fine job leading his team as we work to ensure that Nova Scotians get the care they need, where they need it, at a sustainable cost to taxpayers," said Health Minister Jamie Muir.

Harry Inder, the newly appointed chair for the district, was involved in the selection of Patrick Flinn as CEO. In addition, representatives of medical staff, community health boards and the Department of Health were involved in the process.

The new district health authority is responsible for Pictou County. It is smaller than the former Northern Regional Health Board. District health authorities are legislated to be accountable -- both to their communities and to the Department of Health -- for the decisions they make and the money they spend.

DHAs will be responsible for maximizing resources and integrating parts of the health delivery system, including health prevention and promotion, diagnostic treatment, adult acute care, continuing care, public health, mental health and addiction services.

Mr. Flinn will assume his responsibilities as CEO for the district on Jan. 1, 2001.