Mackenzie Health

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. David Rauchwerger as our new Chief of Staff!    Dr. Rauchwerger brings over 15 years of progressive leadership and medical expertise, including a decade as Chief and Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Mackenzie Health where he drove system-level innovation, quality improvement and physician engagement across our multi-site hospital operations. From elevating our Emergency Medicine Program to launching Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital’s Emergency Department and playing a pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic, his work has strengthened care for our growing community.    Dr. Rauchwerger is known for his calm, steady presence and deep commitment to quality, innovation and patient-centred care. He is a mentor, teacher and collaborator whose expertise has been recognized across the health care system. In addition to his work at Mackenzie Health, he is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto and an advisor to other organizations on emergency department performance.    With this proven leadership, Dr. Rauchwerger is ready to help guide Mackenzie Health into the next chapter of growth, innovation and exceptional patient care.    Please join us in congratulating him on this important appointment. 🎉    #HealthcareLeadership #PatientCare #MackenzieHealth #ExcellenceInMedicine 

As Nurse Practitioner Week comes to a close we proudly celebrate the incredible team of nurse practitioners at Mackenzie Health and the meaningful impact they make every day through their expertise, leadership and compassion. With exceptional skill and clinical knowledge, they provide care, guidance and reassurance to patients and families throughout our community.    Nurse practitioners have advanced training; they assess health concerns, diagnose and treat illnesses and support patients through every stage of care. Across our inpatient and outpatient programs and in the 10 long-term care homes we support, they order and interpret tests, prescribe medications and help patients navigate their health journey with confidence.    Earlier this week, we were honoured to welcome Dr. Michelle Acorn, CEO of the NPAO: Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario, who joined our nurse practitioner team and Mackenzie Health leaders at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. The association represents more than 5,000 nurse practitioners across the province and works to advance and expand their role in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care.     During her visit, Michelle shared updates on advocacy priorities, recent achievements and upcoming changes to the nurse practitioner scope of practice in Ontario. We are grateful to Michelle for taking the time to meet with our team and for her ongoing leadership and advocacy.    To our nurse practitioners: thank you for your dedication and the meaningful impact you make every day. #NursePractitionerWeek #TeamMH #Leadership #ProfessionalDevelopment

A big thank you to Minister Stephen Lecce and MPP Laura Smith for the warm welcome at Queen’s Park. We had many meaningful discussions about how we can work together to ensure Mackenzie Health continues to grow alongside our community. As our population expands and demand for care increases, it’s essential that we plan today to ensure we have the space, staff and resources needed to care for tomorrow’s patients, close to home.

Join us Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m. for Mackenzie Health’s annual telephone town hall. Hear how we’re meeting our community’s health needs, get updates from our hospitals and pick up tips to stay healthy this respiratory virus season. Ask your questions live during our Q&A with senior leadership. 👉 If you don’t have a landline or live outside Richmond Hill, Vaughan or King, register your cell number at at https://lnkd.in/e4QncQd to receive the call. Let’s shape the future of health care in our community — see you there!

Today, on Remembrance Day, we honour those who bravely gave their lives for our country and thank all who have served and continue to serve with courage and dedication. Their legacy lives on today and every day. We will never forget.

Mary Agnes Wilson, Interim President and CEO at Mackenzie Health, recently sat down with the Healthcare Insurance Reciprocal of Canada (HIROC) to talk about how we’re building a culture where every team member feels empowered to speak up for safety. The results speak for themselves — a 64% reduction in serious safety events and stronger collaboration across our organization. Watch her interview below. #CPSW2025 #PatientSafety #HIROC #HealthcareSafety #MackenzieHealth

When it comes to recognizing the outstanding contributions of our staff and physicians, Mackenzie Health’s Kudos Awards are a meaningful way to celebrate excellence. This month, we’re proud to honour Dr. Tobias, a distinguished physician who has been part of Mackenzie Health for more than 18 years and one of our Kudos Award recipients in the patient excellence category. As an attending physician and most responsible physician in one of our Medicine Units, Dr. Tobias is known for his exceptional clinical leadership and approachable nature. He demonstrates empathy and compassion, consistently going above and beyond to ensure patients and families feel heard, supported and cared for. A respected mentor and trusted colleague, Dr. Tobias is recognized for his dedication to advancing quality care through education, collaboration and thoughtful leadership — helping to guide the next generation of physicians and health-care professionals. ✨ “Providing excellent care means being present  — for patients, their families and my team. It’s about listening, guiding and making sure people feel genuinely cared for and supported.” Thank you, Dr. Tobias, for exemplifying patient excellence and making a lasting difference for patients, families, colleagues and our community. 💙 #KudosAward #MackenzieHealth #patientexcellence #compassionatecare #healthcareheroes #KudosWinner 

Meet Zare Mae, a nurse educator with the Chronic Kidney Disease Program at Mackenzie Health. Zare Mae began her journey at Mackenzie Health in 2019 as a float nurse through the Nursing Graduate Guarantee Program — an initiative that supports newly registered nurses and practical nurses by providing full-time employment opportunities within their first year of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. This experience allowed her to build confidence, explore different departments and ultimately discover her passion for dialysis care. Along the way, she received the William F. Bell Endowment Fund, a bursary from Mackenzie Health and Mackenzie Health Foundation, made possible through the generosity of our donors. This support helped her complete a diabetes education program — one of several opportunities that have supported her growth. Today, Zare Mae trains and mentors new team members across dialysis and nephrology sites, helping them grow just as she once did. “Mackenzie Health has given me endless opportunities to learn and lead. I’m proud to be part of a team that helps people reach their full potential.” With the support and opportunities available at Mackenzie Health, Zare continues to advance her career — inspiring others to do the same. 🌟 Interested in a meaningful role in health care? Explore opportunities today: https://lnkd.in/g7yPqT3v #MackenzieHealth #NursingExcellence #ProfessionalDevelopment #Teamwork #HealthcareCareers #CareerGrowth

Canadian Patient Safety Week reminds us that culture and collaboration save lives.  At Mackenzie Health, our journey to Zero Harm began in 2019 — rooted in High Reliability Organizing (HRO) principles that empower every team member to lead with safety, transparency and accountability. The results speak volumes:  ✅ 64% fewer serious safety events  ✅ 48% fewer patient complaints  ✅ 96% of staff trained in HRO skills This year’s theme, #AllVoicesForSaferCare, celebrates the power of every voice and every action in creating safer, more compassionate care. Thank you to our incredible staff, physicians, volunteers and patient partners for leading this change and making Mackenzie Health a safer, more compassionate place to work and receive care. 💙 #CanadianPatientSafetyWeek #ZeroHarm #HRO #PatientSafety #MackenzieHealth #LeadershipInCare 

We were honoured to be the site for the Epic Ontario Collaborative X/UGM 2025 conference today at Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital. 💙      This annual conference brings together health-care professionals, digital health experts and leaders from hospitals across Ontario who use the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system. The event focuses on collaboration — sharing ideas, innovations and best practices that enhance patient care and improve the clinician experience.  Throughout the day, participants heard inspiring presentations, connected with peers and explored new ways technology is transforming health care — from streamlining workflows to advancing artificial intelligence and improving patient outcomes.      We were especially proud to showcase Mackenzie Health’s Gestational Diabetes Care Companion, which demonstrates how digital tools can better support expectant parents and their care teams.      A sincere thank-you to all attendees, speakers and partners for contributing to such a meaningful day of learning and collaboration. Together, we’re shaping the future of digital health in Ontario.      #Epic #MackenzieHealth #DigitalHealth #InnovationInCare #EpicSystems #OntarioHealth