Dr James Calvert has been appointed the new Deputy Chief
Medical Officer for Wales.
Dr Calvert brings a wealth of experience to the role, having
served as Medical Director and Deputy Chief
Executive at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
A graduate of Oxford University, he holds a PhD in Epidemiology
and a Master of Public Health from Harvard University, where he
studied as a Fulbright Scholar.
Dr Calvert will also become the National Clinical Director for
NHS Performance and Improvement – this fulfils the Welsh
Government's response to a recommendation made by the Ministerial
Advisory Group on NHS Performance and Productivity.
Dr Calvert has lived in Gwent for more than 16 years and is
well-known for his commitment to improving healthcare delivery
and outcomes across Wales. His appointment reflects the Welsh
Government's ongoing dedication to strengthening public health
leadership and advancing the health and wellbeing of communities.
His career spans clinical leadership, public health, and national
advisory roles, including serving as National Specialty
Advisor for Severe Asthma and leading the National
Asthma Audit at the Royal College of Physicians.
Professor Isabel Oliver, Wales' Chief Medical Officer, said:
“I welcome Dr Calvert and I am very much looking forward to
working with him. He brings a wealth of experience and expertise
to the role.
“Dr Calvert will help strengthen medical leadership in Wales and
his post will include responsibility for Wales providing clinical
leadership to NHS Performance and Improvement and improving our
clinical services across the NHS Wales.”
Speaking about his appointment, Dr Calvert said:
"I am honoured to take on this role at such a pivotal time for
the NHS in Wales. I look forward to working with colleagues
across the NHS and government to build on our shared commitment
to high-quality, equitable healthcare for all."
Health Secretary said
“Dr Calvert's experience will prove invaluable to the role of
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, and he will provide clear clinical
leadership from the top in his new role with NHS Performance and
Improvement.”
Dr Calvert will assume his new responsibilities from the
beginning of August.
