Shared on behalf of David McConnell, Director, Regional Cancer Care Northwest & Prevention and Screening Services

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I am pleased to announce that Meagan McIlwain will assume the position of Interim Manager of, Outpatient Clinics, Nursing, Systemic Therapy, Palliative and Supportive Care, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre-Regional Cancer Care North West. This will be in effect on May 19, 2025 as Lori Hygaard officially transitions to her role as Manager of 1A Medical/Oncology Inpatient Unit.

Meagan graduated from Lakehead University in 2009 obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. During her time as a nursing student, she spend her fourth year preceptorship on 1A where she became passionate about Oncology and ultimately accepted a position on 1A afterwards. In 2013, she transitioned to the Cancer Centre where she primarily worked as a Hematology RN and Charge RN. Meagan most recently was acting Coordinator of Outpatient Nursing in the Cancer Centre where she has gained experience in leadership.

Meagan will be responsible for overseeing the Management of the outpatient clinics in the Cancer Program, as well as leading and participating in many Quality Initiatives through Ontario Health-Cancer Care Ontario. Meagan’s well-rounded experience will make her a valuable asset in this position.

Please join me in congratulating and welcoming her to her new role.