Dr. Michael Gardam will take on duties as Health PEI’s acting CEO, beginning May 8th.
Dr. Gardam was recommended for the position by the Health PEI Board of Directors. In addition, he will continue to provide clinical oversight services as Health PEI’s Infectious Diseases Consultant. Prior to moving to PEI in late 2020, Dr. Gardam served as the Chief of Staff at Humber River Hospital in Toronto.
Dr. Gardam will take over for outgoing CEO Denise Lewis Fleming, who is taking on the role of Deputy Minister of Finance. Lewis Fleming has spent the past 12 years in senior roles within Health PEI, including the past three years as CEO.
The search for a permanent CEO will begin within the coming weeks through a competitive hiring process.
