Paul Reid was the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Health Service Executive (HSE), serving in the role from April 2, 2019, until October 3, 2022.
Understanding the HSE Leadership Succession
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has seen several leaders at its helm over the years. When referring to "the former CEO," it typically points to the individual who most recently held the permanent position before the current leadership.
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Paul Reid's Tenure (2019-2022): Mr. Reid's period as CEO was a significant one, notably encompassing the challenging years of the COVID-19 pandemic. He commenced his role on April 2, 2019, and concluded his service on October 3, 2022. His departure marked a key transition in the HSE's top leadership.
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Predecessor: Before Paul Reid, Tony O'Brien held the position of CEO for the HSE. He was the chief executive prior to Mr. Reid taking office.
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Successors: Following Paul Reid's departure in October 2022, the leadership transitioned through an interim period.
- Stephen Mulvany initially served as the interim CEO.
- Subsequently, Bernard Gloster was appointed as the permanent CEO of the HSE.
Chronology of Recent HSE Chief Executive Officers
To provide a clear perspective on the succession, the table below outlines the recent leaders of the HSE:
| CEO Name | Term Dates | Notes |
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| Tony O'Brien | Prior to April 2, 2019 | Preceded Paul Reid as CEO |
| Paul Reid | April 2, 2019 – October 3, 2022 | Most recent permanent CEO to depart |
| Stephen Mulvany | Post-October 3, 2022 (Interim) | Interim CEO following Paul Reid's departure |
| Bernard Gloster | Subsequent to Stephen Mulvany | Current permanent CEO |
This sequence clearly identifies Paul Reid as the most recent individual to have held the permanent CEO position of the HSE before the current officeholders.
