Chats on Change with Karen Oldfield
A Nova Scotia Health podcast - Chats on Change takes you to the heart of Nova Scotia Health’s transformation through conversations with our people. Hosted by interim President and CEO Karen Oldfield, we explore thought-provoking ideas and bold initiatives shaping a new era of healthcare in Nova Scotia. For more, visit: www.nshealth.ca/podcasts Questions, comments or topic suggestions? E-mail: podcasts@nshealth.ca
Episodes
In this episode, Karen sits down with her colleague Candace Thomas, Nova Scotia Health's first Vice President of Legal, as well as our General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.
Born and raised in East Preston, Nova Scotia - one of the province's 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities - Candace is used to being the first: Nova Scotia's first African Nova Scotian Deputy Attorney General, first woman and first person of colour to ...
Tariffs, Trade, and Triage: Keeping Healthcare Supplied in Unpredictable Times
In this episode, Karen speaks with Christine Donaldson, President and CEO of HealthPro Canada, and Derek Spinney, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Corporate Services at Nova Scotia Health, about the delicate balancing act of healthcare procurement.
From navigating on-again, off-again tariffs - or tariff threats - to managing Canada’s reliance ...
Hot on the heels of "Let's Talk Access" episode, Karen chats with the practice team from Halifax's Mentor Clinic. In what Karen calls, "a two-fer," Drs. John Ross and Shauna Archibald and Nurse Practitioner Theresa Hubley discuss what it's like to work at, and care for patients in, Nova Scotia's first Health Home.
They discuss how through creating a healthier work environment for staff, they have more time to promote wellness and no...
Nova Scotia is on a journey to improve access to primary care for all Nova Scotians. This includes more providers, expanding the scope of practice for pharmacists and nurse practitioners, registered nurse prescribers, developing Health Homes so that care is collaborative with same-day/next-day appointment access, and creating the YourHealthNS app to put care directly in the hands of Nova Scotians.
Listen in as Karen chats with Betha...
What is 3D printing, how does it work, and how is it changing the game when it comes to Canadian healthcare?
Karen is joined by Margaret Palmeter, Director of Business Development at Nova Scotia Health's Innovation Hub, and together they chat with PolyUnity's CEO, Jacqueline Lee, and President, Mark Gillingham, the leadership at the helm of the Newfoundland-based company that’s changing the healthcare equipment and parts game throug...
Happy National Nursing Week!
In this special episode of Chats on Change, Karen swaps out her role as host for Dr. Annette Elliott Rose, Nova Scotia Healths Chief Nurse Executive and Vice President of Clinical Performance and Professional Practice. Annette is joined by her colleague Jennifer MacDougall, Director of Nursing Strategy - Interprofessional Practice & Learning, and author and journalist Sarah DiGregorio.
Karen takes the show on the road to Dartmouth General Hospital, where they discuss the new Deanne Reeve Pelvic Health Suite. She’s joined by the co-founders of the Orchid Gala, Sheri Morgan and Liz Rigney, and Dr. Scott Mawdsley, site chief of surgery and OBGYN at Dartmouth General Hospital.
Together, they share their journey from initial fundraising to the successful establishment of the Deanne Reeve Pelvic Health Suite, and h...
In this episode of Chats on Change, Karen sits down with acclaimed health journalist André Picard for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of Canada’s healthcare system. As one of the country’s most respected voices on health policy, Picard shares his insights on interprovincial barriers, healthcare funding, workforce challenges, and the need for greater national coordination. The conversation explores innovative approaches happe...
Karen Oldfield welcomes Dave Benoit, CEO of Build Nova Scotia, for a deep dive into the province’s ambitious infrastructure projects.
With a background in military leadership and healthcare planning, Dave shares insights into major developments, including hospital expansions in Cape Breton and the highly anticipated QEII redevelopment. He discusses how these projects are enhancing healthcare accessibility, driving economic growth, ...
Karen sits down with Dr. Julie Maranda, Chief Medical Information Officer, One Person, One Record, to discuss the transformative One Person One Record (OPOR) project. Dr. Maranda, an experienced physician and healthcare leader, shares insights from her extensive career, including past implementations of digital health systems. They explore how OPOR will streamline healthcare across the province by providing a unified digital health...
Karen sits down with Jason Shannon, President of Shannex Inc., a leader in senior living and healthcare services across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Together, they highlight Shannex's innovative initiatives, such as Parkland on the Common, and their groundbreaking new healthcare partnership with Nova Scotia Health - West Bedford Transitional Health.Jason shares insights into creating vibrant, community-oriented spac...
In this episode of Chats on Change, interim CEO Karen Oldfield speaks with Lewis Bedford, Sr. Director of Clinical Networks for Nova Scotia Health’s Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services Network, about transforming diagnostic imaging and its impact on patient care. Lewis shares insights into his four years leading innovation in diagnostic services, focusing on integrating provincial systems to streamline processes for MRIs, CT scans,...
Karen sits down with Scott McKenna, Chief Information Officer, to discuss the transformative impact of digital innovation in healthcare. Scott shares insights into his journey since joining Nova Scotia Health, highlighting the success of the YourHealthNS app, which has already connected over half a million Nova Scotians to vital health resources and records. The conversation delves into the importance of empowering patients with ac...
Karen welcomes Dr. Nicole Boutilier, Executive Vice President of Medicine and Clinical Operations at Nova Scotia Health. With over 20 years of medical practice in rural Nova Scotia, Dr. Boutilier shares her journey and insights into driving systemic improvements in healthcare delivery. They discuss the concept of "operational excellence," emphasizing alignment, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement. Dr. ...
Karen Oldfield chats with Leila Bautista, a health promotion student at Dalhousie University, and discusses her role as a Health Ambassador for Nova Scotia Health. Leila, along with seven other students, spent the summer engaging with communities across the province to promote the YourHealthNS app and website. Leila shares her experiences attending community events, offering app demonstrations, and gathering feedback to help Nova S...
In this episode, Karen is joined by Dr. Nicole Boutilier, Executive Vice President of Medicine and Clinical Operations, and their special guest, Dr. Jane Philpott. Dr. Philpott, a renowned physician, educator, and former federal cabinet minister. Dr. Philpott shares her expertise on primary care accessibility and discusses her book, "Health for All." Tune in to learn more to learn how Dr. Philpott’s concepts can be applie...
Today Karen sits down with Bethany McCormick and Dr. Aaron Smith, the dynamic co-leaders of Northern Zone. Together, they navigate the intricate landscape of rural healthcare, discussing innovative solutions and community-driven initiatives that are reshaping the future of care. From pioneering urgent treatment centers to fostering tight-knit healthcare communities, Bethany and Aaron reveal the transformative power of listening, le...
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