New president and CEO at North York General Hospital
October 4, 2023
TORONTO – North York General Hospital (NYGH) is excited to announce Dr. Everton Gooden (pictured) has been appointed as its next president and CEO, following a thorough search process. Dr. Gooden’s first day as president and CEO will be December 1, 2023. Dr. Gooden joined NYGH more than 20 years ago, and over that time has combined clinical, administrative, and leadership experience, serving as chair of the Medical Advisory Committee, president of the Medical Staff Association, division chief of Head and Neck Surgery, and as a member of the NYGH Foundation Board.
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