Ida Mendicino
About Ida Mendicino
Ida Mendicino is a Team Lead at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, specializing in health policy and the economics of health care delivery. She has extensive experience in various roles within the Ontario government and holds degrees in Business and Canadian Politics.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Ida Mendicino serves as the Implementation and Team Lead at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. She has held this position since 2016. In her role, she focuses on health care delivery and management, leveraging her extensive experience in the field.
Previous Experience in Health Policy and Management
Ida Mendicino has a diverse background in health policy and management. She worked as a Senior Policy Analyst at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, she served as Manager for COVID-19 Testing Oversight at the same ministry from 2021 to 2022. Her previous roles also include Senior Economist at the Ministry of Finance and Senior Policy Advisor at the Ministry of Infrastructure.
Educational Background in Business and Politics
Ida Mendicino holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Business from York University, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. She also earned a Master’s degree in Canadian Politics and Health Policy from the University of Windsor, completing her studies in 2003. This educational foundation supports her expertise in health care management.
Expertise in Health Care Delivery Economics
Ida Mendicino possesses specialized knowledge in the economics of health care delivery, with a focus on alternative health care delivery methods. Her understanding of health policy within the Canadian context enhances her ability to contribute effectively to health care initiatives.
Comprehensive Background in Government Roles
Ida Mendicino has held various roles across multiple ministries in the Ontario government. Her career includes positions at the Ministry of Community and Social Services as a Program Analyst and at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care as a Site Consultant. This breadth of experience informs her approach to health care management and policy.