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Professor Peter Gilling – Head of Clinical School “To lead the development of education and research at BOPDHB and excel in my clinical and research role in urology.” As an Executive Team member I lead the Clinical School, which leads both education and research activities at this DHB. These ultimately impact upon the workforce, both present and future, by improving patient care and outcomes. As a practising Urologist in both the public and private sectors I have diverse work roles. My role encompasses three main areas with the Clinical School: • Research – this includes ensuring internal DHB research is sound and ethical. I head the Clinical Trials Unit which mainly deals with the conduct of pharmaceutical and device trials. • Student placements – as Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of Auckland I lead the education and placement of students in the region. We maintain high standards and consistently demonstrate that we are a leading teaching institution, which helps ensure the development of our future workforce. • Education – development, support and recognition for our health workforce through high quality education and development opportunities. A little about me ... My family and I have been living and working in Tauranga since 1992. My wife Judy and I have three sons who are all now starting careers following university. When I have spare time, you may find me cycling, gyming or skiing. I also enjoy new technology and listening to podcasts. I do travel a lot, mainly as a speaker at international conferences, but do get time for holidays in some of these places as well. I studied Medicine at the University of Otago and have completed both surgical training (FRACS) and a higher Doctorate in research (MD (Otago)). Nga manaakitanga Professor Peter Gilling [email protected] Jeff Hodson – General Manager, Facilities & Business Operations “To manage the BOPDHB’s facilities, delivery of projects and service contracts so that they meet both current and future healthcare delivery requirements.” I am ultimately responsible for providing strategic advice on facility and property options, and solutions to the Board and CE, and ensuring that facility and property capability and capacity align with clinical service plans. I lead a team of Engineers, Project Managers, Business Operations staff, Security staff and Trade staff. Together we: • ensure that the DHB’s facilities are compliant, safe and appropriate 14