Chris Lowry
Chris Lowry is the executive regional director of Health New Zealand, where he has been vocal about the unprecedented pressures faced by the healthcare system, particularly regarding emergency department wait times during peak winter months. He emphasizes the agency's commitment to improving patient care and preventing unnecessary emergency visits.
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Health NZ’s executive regional director for the central region Chris Lowry said 85% of those were either already in place, under offer, had a start date confirmed, or were being covered by additional duties or overtime by existing staff.
More temporary beds added to hospitals around NZ to meet winter demand
New Zealand· 2026-07-05
Chris Lowry confirmed 301 patients arrived on June 8, which was 'very unusual'.
Patient dies in toilet after nine-hour wait at Waikato Hospital emergency departmentNew Zealand· 2026-06-29
Chris Lowry, the executive regional director of the central region, said patient safety remained a priority.
Health NZ to front community as Palmerston North loses last gastro doctorNew Zealand· 2026-06-27
Health NZ executive regional director Chris Lowry indicated this winter had been busier than expected.
Revealed: Leaked data show major hospitals failing emergency department wait-time targetsNew Zealand· 2025-08-31
