NHS Dumfries & Galloway boss to retire
Jeff Ace will be stepping back on the 31st of March next year
Chief Executive of NHS Dumfries and Galloway Jeff Ace is set to retire at the end of March next year.
Mr Ace began his career as a finance trainee in South Wales in 1986, working in Swansea, Cardiff and Bristol before joining NHS Dumfries and Galloway in 1999.
Throughout his time in the region, he has held the posts of Acute Trust Finance Director, Director of Performance, Chief Operating Officer and finally, Chief Executive since February 2012.
In a statement shared with staff, Mr Ace said: “Being Chief Executive of NHS Dumfries and Galloway has been an enormous privilege and thanks to everyone who’s given support and guidance during my time in post.
“We’ve been through quite a bit in the last few years – including new hospital builds and a global pandemic - and I hope you all enjoy some calmer working times after I step down in the spring.”
Giving his thanks to Mr Ace is health board Chairman Nick Morris: “I’d like to thank Jeff for his many years of work with the Board and wish him all the best in his retirement.
“We will now begin a process of recruitment to this important leadership role.”
Conversations around the recruitment process will begin soon, with Mr Ace remaining in post until the 31st of March 2024.