[Edmonton, Alberta, October 3, 2024] — My Viva Inc., a leader in digital health solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Colin Andersen as Strategic Advisor, Partnerships. Colin brings extensive expertise and leadership to My Viva and will focus on developing impactful partnership opportunities within the public and private healthcare sectors.
Throughout his distinguished career, Colin has worked with diverse stakeholders, all levels of government, broader public sector organizations, and various parts of the healthcare ecosystem.
“I’ve seen the impact of fragmented and siloed care on patients, families, and our health system. Chronic conditions that go unmanaged burden our already scarce human and financial health resources,” Colin commented about his interest in joining the company. “I’m excited to join the My Viva team to help overcome these challenges.”
Loreen Wales, CEO of My Viva, adds, “We instantly connected on a shared vision for more coordinated and holistic care that can improve things for patients and providers alike.”
Colin’s career began in the Ontario Public Service, where he held several high-profile roles, including Deputy Minister of Finance, Revenue; Cabinet Office (Policy); and Secretary of the Treasury Board. He also served as Associate Deputy Minister and Acting Deputy Minister of Health and Long-Term Care.
Most recently, Colin served as Executive Vice President of the Public Sector for MindBeacon/CloudMD, where he led the development of a critical partnership with the Ontario government. This initiative provided mental health support to over 60,000 Ontario patients during the province’s COVID-19 response and continues to support mental health through the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program.
Colin holds a Master’s Degree in Economics from the University of Toronto and an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Calgary.
About My Viva:
My Viva Inc. provides digital solutions for healthcare professionals that increase efficiency and improve patient health outcomes. The core program, My Viva Plan®, automates the creation of personalized, evidence-based self-care plans grounded in lifestyle medicine. This digital program enables patients to take control of their health, preventing and managing chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. The company continuously builds, tests, and refines My Viva Plan through their “Living Lab,” where healthcare professionals coach patients directly, ensuring the tools are effective, adaptable, and patient-centred.
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Callie Wright
My Viva Inc.
media@myvivaplan.com
