Lorne Scharf, B.Com., MD Cm, Ccfp(em), Mhcm
About Lorne Scharf, B.Com., MD Cm, Ccfp(em), Mhcm
Lorne Scharf is the Chief of Staff at Cornwall Community Hospital, where he has served since 2013. He has extensive experience in emergency medicine and healthcare management, having held various leadership roles in multiple healthcare organizations.
Work at Cornwall Community Hospital
Lorne Scharf has held multiple roles at Cornwall Community Hospital since 2006. He currently serves as Chief of Staff, a position he has held since 2013. In this role, he oversees the hospital's operations and strategic initiatives. Additionally, he has been an Emergency Physician for 18 years, providing critical care in the emergency department. Scharf previously served as Medical Director for Quality and Process Improvement from 2011 to 2013 and as Chief of the Emergency Department from 2006 to 2010. He also chairs the Medical Equipment Priority Committee and leads the Diagnostic Imaging / Emergency Medicine Joint Committee.
Education and Expertise
Lorne Scharf holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from McGill University, where he studied Accounting from 1990 to 1993. He earned his Medical Doctor degree (MDCM) from McGill University, completing his studies in Medicine from 1995 to 1999. Scharf also studied at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, achieving a Master of Health Care Management (MHCM) from 2008 to 2010. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in both medical practice and healthcare management.
Previous Work Experience
Before his extensive career at Cornwall Community Hospital, Lorne Scharf worked in various roles across different sectors. He was the Director of the Emergency Department at the McGill University Health Centre for nine months in 2010-2011. Scharf also spent six years at L'Oreal S.A. as Manager of Post Marketing Surveillance from 2002 to 2008. Earlier in his career, he worked at KPMG as an Audit Junior and at Schwartz Levitsky Feldman as an Accountant. His diverse work experience contributes to his leadership capabilities in healthcare.
Leadership and Committees
In his role as Chief of Staff, Lorne Scharf chairs the Grand Rounds & Education Committee, focusing on educational initiatives for medical staff. He is also a member of the Finance and Audit Committee, contributing to the hospital's financial oversight. Scharf participates in the Champlain LHIN Chiefs of Staff working group, collaborating with healthcare leaders to enhance regional healthcare services. His leadership in these committees reflects his commitment to improving healthcare delivery and professional development.
Community Involvement
Lorne Scharf actively engages in various committees at Cornwall Community Hospital, including the Medical Equipment Priority Committee and the Diagnostic Imaging / Emergency Medicine Joint Committee. These roles involve prioritizing medical equipment needs and integrating diagnostic imaging with emergency medicine practices. His involvement in these committees demonstrates his dedication to advancing healthcare services and ensuring quality patient care within the community.