Meet our leadership team

Dr. Mohamed Alarakhia is the founder of and visionary force behind Amplify Care, where his extensive experience in primary care as a practicing family doctor and deep expertise in informatics have shaped the organization’s bold approach to digital health. As a leading force in the field, Dr. Alarakhia is dedicated to transforming the healthcare system by driving ground-breaking, patient-centered solutions that reduce administrative burden for clinicians and improve patient outcomes. His passion for using evidence and championing co-design with clinicians and patients have made him a transformative player, continually pushing boundaries to ensure Amplify remains at the forefront of the digital health innovation.

Ted Alexander is Vice President of Partnerships and Clinical Innovation at Amplify Care, where he has played a key role in forging strong relationships across sectors, crucial in advancing our mission to improve healthcare delivery. With 25 years of experience in governance, public policy, and healthcare communication, Ted is a strategic leader dedicated to driving healthcare innovation. His work focuses on transforming primary and integrated care through change management, data standardization, and knowledge translation.

As the Vice President of People & Corporate Services at Amplify Care, Danika Voisin leads key departments including Finance, People and Culture, Business Operations, IT, Marketing and Communications, the Project Management Office, and the Product Development and Innovation Division. With a keen focus on driving alignment with Amplify’s mission, vision, and values, Danika is a strategic leader who brings together diverse programs to foster growth, innovation, and long-term sustainability. Her passion for nurturing opportunities and optimizing organizational structure ensures that Amplify continues to thrive and evolve in the ever-changing digital health landscape.

Lirije Hyseni is the Executive Director of Excellence and Clinical Experience at Amplify Care, where she leads impactful initiatives to advance Canada’s healthcare systems. With a focus on knowledge translation and evaluation, Lirije drives projects that enhance the integration of evidence into clinical practice, improve healthcare outcomes, and support the evolving needs of the healthcare system. Her keen oversight has contributed to a significant growth and expansion of Amplify’s reach and influence, helping to improve healthcare delivery and patient care.

Meghan Brenner-Burgoyne has over 15 years of experience as a registered nurse, working across primary, acute, community and integrated care settings, bringing a nuanced understanding of clinical and administrative workflows, patient needs, and system challenges. She is skilled in the development, implementation, and maintenance of strategic change management frameworks and practice facilitation approaches to drive adoption, ensure sustainability, and minimize resistance across healthcare initiatives. Her work is grounded in clinical experience and a strong commitment to collaboration and partnership to translate emerging healthcare trends into practical, impactful solutions that enhance patient outcomes.

Charlotte Brubacher is a Program Manager at Amplify Care, where she has supported health system partners for more than 12 years by leading structured, sustainable OHT integrated care initiatives, program and change management for the people side of digital transformation. With more than 20 years of clinical experience as a nurse in multiple care settings, she brings a practical understanding of what clinicians need to successfully adopt digital health solutions. She supports change management specialists deploying health information technologies across multiple care settings, initiatives, and provinces, ensuring lessons learned are captured, and approaches align with Amplify-approved frameworks, best practices, and processes. She has also led East Coast teams—both on-site and remote—building national partnerships and advancing patient- and clinician-centred care through strategic collaboration and innovation. Charlotte is proud to act as a DEI Co-Lead and is committed to fostering inclusion at Amplify Care.

Russ Buchanan brings over 30 years of expertise in digital health, specializing in health IT standards, interoperability, and solution architecture. He is a thought leader in improving clinical workflows through the seamless integration of digital health solutions, with a strong track record in leading cross-jurisdictional programs and driving large-scale technological projects across healthcare systems both in Canada and in the US. His work has notably reduced patient wait times, enhanced clinician communication, and advanced the adoption of eReferral and related digital health solutions. Russ is uniquely positioned to bring innovative, standards-driven solutions to the digital health sector, ensuring alignment with national and international health interoperability frameworks.

Sylvia Carney contributes senior-level privacy expertise to activities across Amplify, related to the development, implementation, and maintenance of digital health privacy policies and best practices in accordance with federal and provincial laws. She has established and monitors processes around privacy and threat assessments, audits, and reports on privacy risks associated with digital health tools and technologies with which Amplify is currently engaged or seeks to be engaged. Sylvia acts as a single point of contact to field questions and investigate concerns regarding adherence to privacy policies and standards and supports and facilitates understanding and discussion between those working in healthcare and jurisdictional authorities as required.

Stephanie Dance thrives on variety, and no two days in her role are ever the same! She focuses on growing Amplify’s presence both inside and outside of Ontario, forming and nurturing key partnerships with other provinces and exploring new opportunities for collaboration and innovation. Stephanie’s love for talking to people shines through in her daily work, where she connects with colleagues and partners to drive success. Above all, she values the respect for people and their work that defines the culture at Amplify.

Masood Darr is the Manager of Information Technology at Amplify Care, responsible for leading the organization’s technology infrastructure and systems. With over 20 years of experience in digital health, he has worked extensively at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Masood is passionate about using technology and strategic innovation to enable teams and advance digital transformation in healthcare.

Sara Di Gregorio is a Program Manager with demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and driving complex initiatives in the digital health space. She has supported the delivery of digital health programs across Ontario and other provinces, with a particular focus on enabling and partnering with change management specialists to successfully implement and scale solutions. For example, Sara has supported the implementation of eReferral and virtual care initiatives, collaborating with healthcare organizations and change management teams to drive adoption and integrate new workflows into clinical practice.

Michelle Gloor is an accomplished Program Manager at Amplify Care and has been responsible for overseeing a number of different programs and initiatives, including EQUIP ( Embedding Quality Improvement into Practice), the Evidence2Practice Ontario (E2P) program, and Primary Care Data Sharing (PCDS). With over 14+ years of experience in project and change management, she is known for her collaborative leadership and ability to align teams around a shared vision. Michelle is passionate about bridging the gap between innovation and practice, supporting clinicians in adopting digital health solutions in ways that are practical, meaningful, and sustainable.

Lisa Harman is an expert in designing and implementing evaluation frameworks, including data collection tools, analysis, and reporting, to produce measurable, patient-centered outcomes. She is skilled in cross-sector collaboration, working closely with internal teams and external partners to support evaluation deliverables and drive shared goals. Lisa has a proven ability to lead data-driven change through the development of scorecard indicators, actionable insights, and continuous improvement strategies. She is an expert in translating complex data into clear, tailored reports and presentations that inform decision-making for healthcare teams across the spectrum. Lisa has been recognized for leading evaluations of innovative digital health solutions, contributing to system-wide improvements through scalable, evidence-based approaches.

Jeremy Howcroft is a Program Manager and has worked at Amplify Care for over 9 years as a trusted leader in digital health for primary and integrated patient care. In this time, Jeremy was also Digital Health Lead for the Cambridge North Dumfries OHT for almost 3 years. Jeremy is a graduate of the University of Guelph, where he received his Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Systems and Computing and is a Certified Project Management Professional. He is passionate about enhancing care delivery through innovation and digital technology and is excited to share in the development of new ideas and solutions to transform healthcare in Ontario.

Gillian Labonte is the Manager of the Program Management Office at Amplify Care, where she oversees complex digital health initiatives that support primary care and integrated healthcare delivery across Ontario. With a Master of Science in eHealth from McMaster University and a Project Management Professional (PMP) designation, Gillian brings a strong blend of strategic planning, execution, and collaboration. She is passionate about designing and delivering scalable, clinician-informed solutions that reduce administrative burden and improve care experiences.

Kim Lynch has a long and impactful record of accomplishments, having worked in Ontario health care for more than 35 years. She has worked across the system in a variety of leadership roles and settings, including acute care, rehabilitation, and complex care, planning, project management, information management and technology, communications, and change management. She has led teams focused on change management and adoption in large-scale, multi-organizational IT implementations, as well as managed marketing and strategic communications and rebranding projects in numerous health care organizations. Kim is committed to collaboration and high customer service standards, ensuring that clinicians are well supported throughout the change process. She is deeply vested in establishing and maintaining strong relationships with health system partners to advance digital health initiatives provincially and nationally.

Paula Martin joined Amplify Care in December 2013 and is currently the Manager of Interoperability and Process Transformation for the Ontario eServices Program. In this role, she has the privilege of guiding and working alongside an exceptional team of project and change specialists who lead eReferral interoperability initiatives at the local, regional, and provincial levels. When not daydreaming of standardized data sharing and seamless, user-friendly workflows, Paula is likely to be indulging in some of her favourite activities: Reading, camping, walking her dog, cuddling her cats, and volunteering.

Kerry is a People and Culture Manager who joined the organization in 2023. Her work centers on employee engagement, recruitment, and employee relations, with a focus on building trust and meaningful connections across the organization. Kerry values collaboration and strives to create a supportive, inclusive experience for employees at every stage.

Stewart McKendry is Director, AI at Amplify Care. Over the last 18 years, he has led large technology programs and helped organizations introduce new digital and AI capabilities across healthcare, government, education, and other public-service settings. At Amplify, Stewart helps teams use automation and AI on problems that matter: reducing administrative burden, making information easier to find and use, and giving teams more time and energy to improve care. He brings a builder’s mindset, moving from hands-on experiments with new models and tools to practical solutions people can use, while working with those who face the problems today.

Alisha is a dedicated leader who has worked at Amplify Care since 2013, supporting organization-wide processes and programs to build a people-first workplace that enables collaboration, wellbeing, and organizational excellence. As both a DEI Co-Lead and a Manager, People & Culture, Alisha leads key initiatives focused on fostering positive employee experiences and building an inclusive, high-performing culture where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected. She has been instrumental in the maturation of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work of Amplify Care, translating priorities into meaningful actions, practices, and learning opportunities embedded in day-to-day work at both the programmatic and organizational levels.

Melissa Thompson has a strong foundation in strategic leadership and driving the development and continuous improvement of project management standards, methodologies, and best practices. Her expertise spans the full lifecycle of complex digital health projects, from initial concept through deployment and adoption. She has consistently delivered high-impact results while managing diverse key partner groups, including clinical, technical, and administrative partners. Melissa’s leadership style is rooted in collaboration, mentorship, and operational oversight. She is known for her exceptional communication skills and detail-oriented approach, which enable her to navigate complex environments and partnerships.

Tricia Wilkerson is a passionate leader in digital health and integrated care who has spent her career transforming how patients, clinicians, and health systems connect. As Director of Integrated Care at Amplify Care, she looks for ways to improve coordinated, comprehensive and seamless care across health and community organizations. Her work is helping clinicians streamline their workflows, creating efficiencies that improve access to care, and enabling a more seamless experience for patients. In recognition of her impact, Tricia was named Community Care Leader of the Year by Digital Health Canada in 2025.

Justin Wolting is the Manager of Product Development and Innovation at Amplify Care, bringing over 13 years of experience in healthcare technology. His expertise spans the development, implementation, and management of a broad range of systems, from small-scale solutions to enterprise-level networks. Justin’s work has included designing integrated health systems that facilitate seamless communication across care teams, developing software to identify patients who would benefit from proactive care, and ensuring the integration of best-practice privacy and security standards into every solution.