04/14/2026
For more than a decade, Dr. Ian Hons has been a friendly and familiar face at Woodstock Hospital, caring for patients, supporting colleagues, and contributing to the growth of healthcare in Oxford County.
Now, he is stepping into a new role as Chief of Staff. “The Chief of Staff is appointed by the Board of Trust to support physicians and uphold strong clinical standards,” Dr. Hons explains. “The role also helps guide quality and safety initiatives and supports long-term planning for the organization.”
WH currently has a broad range of physicians with privileges across specialties, including family medicine, surgery, pathology, psychiatry, and more. The Chief of Staff serves as a key link between the medical staff and hospital administration, fostering collaboration and alignment across the organization. "I look forward to advancing our culture of continuous learning by welcoming medical educators and trainees, while also supporting physician education and quality improvement initiatives, including multidisciplinary rounds to review complex cases."
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