Telehealth Program Managers
Many organisations have supported a full time or part time position to focus on the development and promotion of telehealth within their organisation or region. While each role varies significantly, the Telehealth Program Managers is a peer group where members can support each other in their roles, and work on joint initiatives.
Current Focus
- Build sector PM capability
- Deal with sector operational issues and challenges
- Support sector VC implementation
- Engage with international peers to share learnings
Future Focus
- Work more closely with National CIO Forum / Sector Architects Group
- Promote role of the Telehealth Programme Manager in DHBs, PHOs, NGOs etc
- Share experience with wider audience
- Explore virtual health options
They are often an excellent first point of contact for providers as they have a very good understanding on the telehealth services and projects in their region. Should you wish to contact any of the co-ordinators we will facilitate this through the links below.
| Members | Role and Organisation | Contact |
| Bob Ashford | Clinical Manager, Medical Illustration, Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury DHB | |
| Sandra Brough | Telehealth Coordinator, Southern DHB | |
| Denise Irvine | Telehealth Coordinator, Waikato DHB | |
| Henry Mulligan | Telehealth Project Manager, HealthAlliance | |
| Gary Nelson | Change Manager, Waikato DHB | |
| Nicole Redfern | Project Facilitator, Telehealth Canterbury DHB | |
| Kirk Smith | IT / Telehealth Manager, Te Hiku Hauora | |
| Lucy Westbrooke | Telehealth Programme Manager, Auckland DHB | |
| Robyn Whittaker | Clinical Director Innovation and Associate Professor, Waitemata DHB and University of Auckland |