The Secretary for Food and Health, Professor Sophia Chan, welcomed the appointment of Dr Tony Ko Pat-sing as Chief Executive of the Hospital Authority (HA) today (November 1). Dr Ko's appointment will take effect from August 1, 2019.
Congratulating Dr Ko on his appointment, Professor Chan said, "Dr Ko has rich experience in clinical services and public hospital management, as well as proven leadership and management skills. I am confident that Dr Ko will be able to rise to the challenges and lead the Authority to scale new heights.
"We will work hand in hand with the HA Chairman and the newly appointed HA Chief Executive to continue to provide quality medical services to the community amidst the challenge of an ageing population.
"We are sure that we will continue our close partnership with the HA in serving the community under the leadership of Dr Ko.
"I would also like to take the opportunity to thank Dr Leung Pak-yin for his invaluable contribution to HA over the past years. May I wish him all the best in his future endeavours."
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