Lynn Guerriero
President and Chief Executive Officer
Lynn Guerriero joined Niagara Health as President in February 2020 and transitioned into the role of President and CEO in early 2021.
She came to Niagara Health as an accomplished leader in the Ontario healthcare system, with more than 30 years of leadership, management and clinical experience within a variety of healthcare provider settings. Lynn has also held senior leadership roles at Cancer Care Ontario and prior to joining Niagara Health was Assistant Deputy Minister for the OHIP Division of the Ontario Ministry of Health. Lynn has a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Western University and a Master of Health Science degree in Health Administration from the University of Toronto.
Lynn is a strong champion and advocate for all Niagara Health staff and physicians and for including diverse patient experiences and perspectives in decision-making. Since arriving at Niagara Health, she has supported the hospital team through the complex COVID-19 response, as well as with all Niagara region assessment centres, temporary management of two long-term care facilities in crisis, and the region’s largest vaccination clinic.
Working with Niagara Health’s community and government partners, she helped the team make significant progress in a number of areas that will enhance patient care and benefit our region. These areas include planning for the new South Niagara Site hospital, expanding healthcare research, and embracing innovations in technology to enhance access to safe, quality care and patient information. Working with the Board of Directors, she is currently implementing Niagara Health’s new 5-year Strategic Plan, Transforming Care.
Lynn lives in Pelham with her husband and their 3 dogs.
Extraordinary Caring. Every Person. Every Time.
