Northern Health (NH) strives to make our values – empathy, respect, collaboration, and innovation – the core of what we do every day.
The Dr. Charles Jago Awards, named after our former board chair, acknowledge and celebrate NH staff, medical staff, and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the organization’s goals, while reflecting our values in the process.
This award is presented to an individual or team who exemplifies outstanding behaviours and actions that demonstrate Northern Health’s value of innovation, by being receptive to new ideas and situations, seeking out opportunities to improve and streamline processes, and contributing to a work environment that encourages creativity, while promoting a culture of safety and quality.
Our recipient in the category of innovation is Darren Ditto, Director, Clinical Information Systems Operations.
Darren began his career at Northern Health in 2011 as Regional Manager, Corporate Application Services, and then transitioned to a role as Regional Manager, Primary and Community Care. With nearly 15 years of experience supporting both corporate and clinical IT services, Darren has consistently demonstrated a commitment to improving health care delivery through practical and innovative system solutions. Recognizing that innovation is especially critical during periods of staffing shortages and financial pressures, Darren leverages his strength of collaborating closely with clinical teams to develop approaches that enhance system efficiency and support patient care.
Vanessa Kinch, the 2024 recipient in the respect category, shares the below testimonial:
Darren's unwavering commitment to innovation has been a driving force in our Clinical Information Systems department for the past 10 years. He doesn't see problems; he sees opportunities. His solutions are not only creative but also deeply practical, always mindful of sustainability and fiscal responsibility because of our limited resources in the North. This dedication to finding the most efficient and effective solutions has become a hallmark of his leadership style.
Darren is a true champion of innovative collaboration, fostering an environment where ideas are freely shared and tested. He inspires his team to think outside the box, and he readily embraces the ideas of others, building a culture of mutual support and innovation.
Outside of work, Darren enjoys cross-country skiing and coaching, teaching, and software development. Darren also appreciates living in the North for its availability of various outdoor experiences that include beautiful lakes, and terrain where one can ski, mountain bike, hike, and much more.
Please join us in congratulating Darren, our 2025 award recipient for innovation!
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