
Canopy Healthcare appoints Dr Claudia Wyss as Chief Executive
Friday 24 January 2025
Canopy Healthcare has appointed Dr Claudia Wyss as Chief Executive following an executive search conducted by SEQEL Partners.
Canopy Healthcare is a leading provider of integrated healthcare services including diagnostic imaging, cancer treatment and care, breast diagnostics and surgery, dedicated to delivering patient-centered care through innovation and excellence. Canopy Healthcare’s network of healthcare professionals is committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality care tailored to the unique needs of every patient.
Dr Claudia Wyss has officially commenced her role as Chief Executive at Canopy Healthcare following Tony Moffatt's move to the Canopy Board. Claudia brings a wealth of experience to the organisation, having held numerous executive, board and consulting roles both in New Zealand and internationally. As a medically trained professional, her extensive leadership background in the healthcare sector makes her uniquely positioned to drive Canopy Healthcare's vision forward.
Dr Wyss expressed her enthusiasm about joining Canopy Healthcare, stating, "I am delighted to be part of an organisation that prioritises a patient-centric, seamless approach to healthcare. Canopy Healthcare's commitment to delivering high-quality, integrated diagnostic imaging, cancer care and other patient focussed services aligns perfectly with my passion for enhancing patient experiences and outcomes. I look forward to working with the talented team to continue advancing healthcare services that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives."
Dr Wyss’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Canopy Healthcare as it continues to expand and enhance its services to meet the evolving needs of patients across New Zealand. Board Chair Terry Moore also shared his confidence in Dr Wyss's leadership, commenting, "We are incredibly pleased to welcome Claudia to Canopy Healthcare. Her proven calibre, strategic insight and dedication to healthcare excellence are truly exceptional. With her leadership, we are confident in our ability to further our mission of delivering outstanding patient care and innovation across our services. We are also thrilled to have secured Tony Moffatt's continued involvement in the business and retention of his expertise on the Canopy Board as a Director, and thank him for leading the business for over 13 years.”
Dr Wyss has a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Auckland, and a Master of Business Administration from Harvard University.