NHS Lanarkshire Appoints New Chief Executive
NHS Lanarkshire has announced the appointment of Louise Long MBE as its new chief executive, succeeding Professor Jann Gardner who is moving on to head the Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board. Long, currently the chief executive of Inverclyde Council, will assume her new role on May 5, with Colin Lauder, the deputy chief executive, serving as interim chief executive until then.
Officials at NHS Lanarkshire lauded the appointment of Long, describing her as a “dynamic leader.” Health secretary Neil Gray also welcomed the appointment, expressing his anticipation of working with Long due to her wealth of experience. Long has an extensive 30-year career in the public sector, with significant leadership roles in education, social work, health, and social care.
Long, who was appointed MBE for her services to local government and the Inverclyde community, expressed her excitement about joining NHS Lanarkshire during a period of transformation in the health service. She acknowledged the challenges faced by the health and social care sector and expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to make a positive impact.
Chair of the health board, Martin Hill, praised Long’s leadership skills and passion, highlighting her track record in health and social care leadership. He emphasized her role in driving innovative plans to reform health services in Lanarkshire. Long expressed her eagerness to collaborate with the committed workforce at NHS Lanarkshire to enhance services for the community.
The interim chief executive, Colin Lauder, will take over until Long assumes her position in May. The outgoing chief executive, Professor Gardner, who has an extensive background in healthcare management, will be heading the Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board next month.
In summary, the appointment of Louise Long as the new chief executive of NHS Lanarkshire marks an exciting chapter for the health board. With her proven leadership in public service and dedication to making a difference, Long is poised to lead NHS Lanarkshire through a transformative period in healthcare delivery.
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The appointment of Louise Long as the new chief executive of NHS Lanarkshire brings a fresh perspective and dynamic leadership to the health board. Her extensive experience in the public sector, coupled with a focus on innovation and community impact, positions her well to navigate the evolving landscape of healthcare services. As she steps into her new role, Long’s vision for collaborative efforts and service improvement heralds a promising future for NHS Lanarkshire under her leadership.