Oak Valley Health Executive and Leadership Team

Julia Raudanskis, the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Oak Valley Health, directs the fiscal health and long-term economic sustainability of the organization. Overseeing complex budgetary allocations for Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital, the Vice President & Chief Financial Officer ensures resources align with clinical program requirements. This leadership role involves managing capital investments for diagnostic services and acute care medicine to maintain high-quality patient standards. By optimizing financial workflows, Julia Raudanskis supports the broader mission of providing extraordinary care to the Eastern York Region and North Durham communities. Raudanskis collaborates with the Board to secure funding for infrastructure upgrades, ensuring the organization remains a leader in community healthcare. Through rigorous financial oversight, Raudanskis drives operational efficiency, allowing the hospital system to expand services while maintaining fiscal responsibility across all regional facilities.

Elena Pacheco, the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at Oak Valley Health, manages the daily operational performance of the hospital network, including the Reactivation Care Centre. Overseeing the delivery of acute care medicine, surgery, and childbirth services, the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer ensures that clinical programs meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. This leadership role involves coordinating the efforts of over 3,000 staff members to provide a seamless patient experience across all facilities. Elena Pacheco drives operational excellence by streamlining patient flow and optimizing resource utilization within the emergency departments. By fostering collaboration between clinical teams and administrative departments, Pacheco maintains the high-quality care standards expected by the residents of Markham and beyond. Through consistent monitoring of operational metrics, Pacheco ensures that the organization remains responsive to the evolving healthcare needs of the community.

Felix Zhang, the Health Vice President, Digital & Chief Information Officer at Oak Valley Health, architects the digital transformation strategy necessary for modern clinical environments. Managing the integration of advanced health information systems, the Health Vice President, Digital & Chief Information Officer ensures seamless data flow between emergency services and surgical departments. This role involves securing patient records and implementing innovative diagnostic technologies that enhance the overall patient experience. Felix Zhang drives the adoption of digital tools that support the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team in delivering coordinated care. By modernizing the technological infrastructure, Zhang enables physicians and staff to access critical information instantly, improving clinical decision-making. Through strategic investment in cybersecurity and digital health platforms, Zhang maintains the integrity of the hospital network, ensuring that technology remains a robust foundation for all patient-centered services.

Rebecca MacKenzie, the Vice President, Patient and Community Experience, Governance and Chief Communications Officer at Oak Valley Health, directs the organization's public reputation and patient engagement strategies. Overseeing the communication of clinical program successes and community outreach initiatives, the Vice President, Patient and Community Experience, Governance and Chief Communications Officer ensures that the honoured-to-care mindset remains central to all interactions. This role involves managing governance frameworks that guide the hospital's relationship with the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team. Rebecca MacKenzie drives initiatives that amplify the patient voice, ensuring that feedback directly informs service improvements in mental health and children's services. By aligning internal messaging with external community expectations, MacKenzie strengthens the bond between the hospital and the residents of Whitchurch-Stouffville and Uxbridge. Through strategic communication, MacKenzie fosters trust and transparency across the entire healthcare network.