The new general manager at Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital Queenstown, Tim Capill, started in the role late last year.

Tim, who began his career as a nurse, came to the hospital from Swedish medical device company Senzime, where he was sales director for the Asia Pacific region. 

He has experience in healthcare and medical industries, and has held senior leadership positions in New Zealand, Australia, and the Asia Pacific region.

“We’re thrilled to have someone of Tim’s calibre take the reins at our very special hospital,” Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital Queenstown chair Andrew Blair said in a statement to media.

“He brings to the hospital team great strengths in commercial and general management and a passion for customer experience and patient care. 

“I’m confident he will continue to enhance Southern Cross Central Lakes Hospital’s reputation as a provider of quality treatment and patient care.”

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Tim said he was excited about the opportunity.

“I’m looking forward to working with the team and clinicians to retain the special culture already in place and support the hospital to grow and serve the needs of the region’s residents,” he said. 

Andrew also acknowledged the dedication of current general manager Judith Kissel, who led the development and opening of the hospital during the past two years.

Southern Cross CLT Limited is a 50-50 venture between the Central Lakes Trust and Southern Cross Healthcare Limited. Southern Cross is New Zealand’s largest independent healthcare organisation and Central Lakes Trust is a charitable trust supporting the Central Lakes area by granting funds for charitable purpose. 

The joint venture forms part of the CLT’s social impact investment portfolio. 

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