Niagara's Medical Officer of Health is retiring.
A memo was sent out to Regional staff notifying them that Dr. Valerie Jaeger is retiring effective Jan. 14, 2018.
CAO of the Region Carmen D’Angelo says Dr. Jaeger has led the dedicated team of professionals in Public Health and Emergency Services for 7 years, but has been a part of the Niagara medical community for more than three decades.
He says she is known for her warmth and dedication, and his been instrumental in fostering the One Team spirit at Niagara Region.
Jaeger has offered to be involved in the recruitment process for her successor.