Chief Minister and Minister for Health Natasha Fyles has today announced the appointment of Dr Marco Briceno as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NT Health.
Dr Briceno is a long term Territorian committed to improving health outcomes in the Territory and is a well-respected and trusted senior clinician and leader.
Dr Briceno has been acting as CEO for NT Health since October 2022. He is a highly experienced clinician with more than 20 years as a medical practitioner.
For the past 15 years, Dr Briceno has worked in a variety of leadership and management roles which makes him suited to succeed as CEO, including as a system manager and in clinical positions in hospitals and primary health care settings.
With his lengthy experience working in remote communities as a clinician, Dr Briceno has a clear understanding of the Aboriginal health needs unique to the Territory. He is committed to delivering high quality contemporary health services to all Territorians that is sustainable and culturally appropriate.
Dr Briceno was appointed following a national recruitment process.
Quotes attributed to Chief Minister and Minister for Health Natasha Fyles:
"Dr Briceno has spent the majority of his career working in medicine, here in the Territory. He understands our landscape and challenges, and will be a guiding force as we continue to provide better health outcomes to all Territorians.
"I look forward to working with Dr Briceno as we continue to make sure all Territorians, no matter where they live have access to quality healthcare services."
Quotes attributed to NT Health Chief Executive Officer, Dr Marco Briceno:
"It is a tremendous honour for me to be officially appointed as CEO of NT Health, where I am in a position to lead health strategy, and support my colleagues in the amazing work they do right across the Territory to improve the health of all Territorians.
"I am very proud to have been part of the health team in the Territory for the past 15 years.
"I am committed to continuing to work with NT Health staff, our partners, our communities and our patients towards improving the health of our population and their experiences when accessing our services.
"Transformative work is already well underway to help us achieve our vision of providing high quality and contemporary care that is aligned to the latest standards, but is adapted to the uniqueness of the Territory, including the cultural needs of our patients and our communities.
"A guiding pillar for all we do is to deliver the right care, at the right place, at the right time and, most importantly, as close to home as possible - no matter where you live across the Territory."
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