After five years at the helm, St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital President and CEO Karen Davies yesterday (Tuesday) announced she plans to retire in the new year.
In a statement to the hospital board, Davies stressed her commitment to remain engaged in her role through the transition period.
Board chair Amy Dale applauded Davies’ leadership and dedication.
“Karen has provided transformational leadership at STEGH, and her vision, steadfastness, calm nature and commitment to putting people first have created a very strong hospital and bright future for care in our community.”
Davies joined the hospital in 2012 as Chief Nursing Executive and Vice-President and moved into the top role in 2021.
Davies spoke of serving the hospital as, “One of the greatest privileges of my life.”
She continued, “While this decision comes with mixed emotions, I leave with tremendous confidence in the future of STEGH and deep gratitude for the opportunity to serve here.”
The search for a new president and CEO will begin in the coming weeks.
Written by Ian McCallum
