Dennis Garvin
CEO
Dennis has an extensive leadership background in the health care sector. Dennis is a collaborative, transformational leader focussed on enhancing regional health system integration to improve patient outcomes and the healthcare provider experience in eastern Ontario. He graduated from the University of Ottawa Biomedical Sciences Program, completed a Masters in Business Administration and has had a successful career in both the private and public healthcare sectors ever since.
Strengthening regional diagnostic laboratory services and enhancing value for acute care hospitals, Dennis joined EORLA in 2022 serving as Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Operations. Prior to joining EORLA, Dennis was responsible for a diverse clinical operations portfolio at The Ottawa Hospital as a senior leader within a large academic health sciences centre. Dennis’ past healthcare leadership experience includes home and community care, clinical risk management, patient relations, and organizational development experience. Dennis is passionate about supporting health care partners and leading the integration of clinical services across the Champlain region and has served on various regional and provincial leadership committees. Dennis was an instrumental clinical operations leader within the hospital setting while the system faced unprecedented pressure responding to COVID-19 pandemic.
Committed to giving back to the community, Dennis has extensive board governance experience and currently active on several boards in the healthcare sector.