Hamilton’s Associate Medical Officer of Health for the past 12 years was introduced yesterday as the new medical officer of health for Southwestern Public Health.
Dr. Ninh Tran will replace Dr. Joyce Lock who retires at the end of March after eight years with the health unit.
Dr. Tran is also a practicing primary care provider and has both administrative and instructional duties at McMaster University in Hamilton.
He holds a medical degree from Queen’s University, a Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Guelph, and a Master’s degree in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University.
“In a field of excellent candidates, Dr. Tran stood out for his alignment with Southwestern Public Health’s core values,” advised Larry Martin, board chair, Southwestern Public Health.
“His work in health research methods, evidence and impact will help us meet our goal of implementing the types of services that respond to local needs and
demonstrate value for residents.”
In a statement, Dr. Tran says he looks forward to helping the health unit “achieve its vision of healthy people in vibrant communities after two very difficult years.”
The health unit’s CEO Cynthia St. John added, “I am confident that as our work combating COVID-19 decreases over time and we continue with our attention on the significant health and social inequities that impact our communities, Dr. Tran’s leadership will help us in our work with individuals, partners, and the systems that impact population health.”
His first day at the health unit is March 21.
