Medavie appoints Bernard Lord as CEO

Medavie has appointed Bernard Lord as chief executive officer, effective Sept. 1, 2016.

With extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, Lord has served on the Medavie board for the past eight years and helped to shape the company vision, according to a press release.

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“We are thrilled that Bernard will become the new CEO of Medavie at this exciting time in our company’s history,” said Michael Decter, chair of the board for Medavie. “Bernard’s leadership, vision and track record of innovation make him the ideal leader to help Medavie strengthen its position and realise its full potential.

“He was chosen to lead Medavie in this pivotal role, providing strategic leadership to further Medavie’s vision to transform primary health care.”

Lord will be based in Medavie’s Moncton office.

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