Andrew Cary
Gold Coast
Summary
With a distinguished career at Pindara Private Hospital, I excel in patient relations and high-risk pregnancy management. My leadership in hospital management and IVF, coupled with advanced surgical skills, has significantly enhanced care quality and patient satisfaction. Demonstrating effective leadership and critical thinking, I've led teams to achieve exceptional outcomes in complex healthcare environments.
Experienced with board governance, strategic planning, and organizational leadership. Utilizes strong communication and decision-making skills to drive healthcare success and navigate complex challenges. Knowledge of stakeholder management, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory compliance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Fertility
Private Practice
03.1993 - 12.2024
- Followed all O&G and IVF policies and procedures to deliver quality outcomes.
- Maximised patient satisfaction through proactive & reactive problem-solving and efficient complication resolution.
- Collaborated with supporting team members in IVF to achieve ideal patient outcomes in a timely fashion
- Implemented new mentoring programs for fellow medical staff, leading to higher quality care in a team environment and better overall performance.
- Facilitated workshops for professional development of referring practitioners as well as staff members.
- Led quality assurance efforts, maintaining high standards for all products and services in the IVF unit as well as Quality Control in Pindara Private Hospital
Chairman of the Board
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
09.2002 - Current
- Developed succession planning processes to maintain continuity in leadership during times of transition or turnover.
- Enhanced shareholder value by implementing strategic initiatives and optimizing board governance processes.
- Attracted top executive talent to drive organizational effectiveness, building a high-performing leadership team.
- Led the development of corporate strategies for long-term growth, driving business expansion and innovation.
- Evaluated market trends to identify potential risks or opportunities that could impact the organization''s strategic positioning.
- Fostered an environment of continuous improvement, driving the adoption of best practices in corporate governance and board leadership.
- Guided the organization through periods of change by navigating complex challenges and seizing opportunities for growth especially during COVID and post COVID.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through vigilant monitoring of developments in healthcare credentialling.
- Championed corporate social responsibility efforts, fostering a culture of ethical leadership and community engagement.
- Directed capital allocation decisions to optimize resources for long-term sustainability and provision of high quality surgical care.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with surgeons, patients and joint venture partners.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Collaborated with the professional quality control teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Chairperson Patient Care Review Committee
Pindara Private Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2024
- Implemented governance best practices to enhance board effectiveness and accountability.
- Provided guidance on policy development, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and medical & healthcare standards.
- Enhanced committee communication by streamlining meeting agendas and discussions and perusing of supporting materials.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, minimizing negative impact on the hospital's reputation.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
Deputy Chairperson Pindara Medical Board
Pindara Private Hospital
01.2010 - 12.2018
VMO Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Gold Coast University Hospital
03.1993 - 06.2002
Education
FRANZCOG - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
RANZCOG
RANZCOG Melbourne Australia01-1993
MBBS - Medicine
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD12-1983
High School Diploma -
Brisbane Grammar School
Brisbane, QLD11-1977
Skills
- Patient relations
- High-risk pregnancy management
- Agenda setting
- Effective leadership in Hospital Management, Maternity, IVF
- Quality assessment
- Obstetric emergency response
- Meeting management
- Quality assurance
- Critical thinking
- Board development
- Advanced surgical skills
- Root-cause analysis
Timeline
Deputy Chairperson Pindara Medical Board
Pindara Private Hospital
01.2010 - 12.2018
Chairperson Patient Care Review Committee
Pindara Private Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2024
Chairman of the Board
Pindara Day Procedure Centre
09.2002 - Current
Specialist Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Fertility
Private Practice
03.1993 - 12.2024
VMO Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Gold Coast University Hospital
03.1993 - 06.2002
FRANZCOG - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
RANZCOG
MBBS - Medicine
University of Queensland
High School Diploma -
Brisbane Grammar School
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