About Proactive Health Solutions Inc.
Nancy Riegel — Founder & CEO, Proactive Health Solutions Inc. Nancy Riegel is a Leadership Coach, three-time author, and sought-after speaker who supports physicians, surgeons, executives, and leaders working in high-pressure environments—helping them protect their health, strengthen their leadership, and create workplaces where people truly thrive.
She recently completed her Healthcare Economics certification through Harvard University and is a Certified Executive Coach, Certified Life Coach, and Certified Personality Dimensions™ Trainer. Nancy also holds certifications in Lominger Korn Ferry Leadership Architect™ and Visions 360™, and is a Master of Interdisciplinary Studies candidate at Royal Roads University.
Nancy enjoys writing books that help women navigate faith, life, and business, walking and hiking with her pup Trixie, and spending meaningful time with her best friend and husband, Tim.
Dr. Tim Riegel, MD, FRCSC — Director & Surgical Advisor
Dr. Tim Riegel is a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, educator, and healthcare leader with over 30 years experience. After achieving Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship status he completed Burns and Critical Care fellowship training at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Cincinnati and microsurgery fellowship at University of Toronto. He holds Fellowship status with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor, and contributed to the education and mentorship of medical and surgical trainees while maintaining an active surgical practice in high-acuity care across Canada.
Tim brings deep clinical insight to Proactive Health Solutions Inc., helping ensure physicians and surgeons are supported in both their health and leadership.
Outside of work, Tim enjoys all things bike-related—even if it’s just watching videos of bike tricks and reliving a bit of his youth that way—and spending meaningful time with his wife, and true partner in life, Nancy.
What We Do
At Proactive Health Solutions Inc., we support physicians, surgeons, executives, and organizations who lead in demanding, high-stakes environments. We do this through science-based strategy and system design, and by delivering:
Vision
To transform high-pressure workplaces into environments where people are protected, supported, and able to live and lead with clarity, purpose, and health.
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Proactive Health Solutions Inc. exists to protect the people who care for others.
Born from years inside complex healthcare and other high-pressure systems — and our own lived experience navigating high stress environments — our mission is to help surgeons, physicians, executives, and healthcare teams work in environments that are truly safe, supportive, and sustainable.
We’ve distilled over 60 years of combined experience into simple, proactive processes that strengthen culture, support wellbeing, and help leaders remain steady in high-stakes environments.
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We believe in keeping things simple, we partner with physicians, surgeons, executives, and organizations to strengthen culture, reduce stress and burnout, and embed simple, proactive systems that support health, safety, and effective leadership.
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Integrity
We do what is right — with honesty, humility, and respect for the people we serve.Human-Centered Care
People come first. Systems and strategies should always protect human wellbeing.Evidence-Informed Practice
Our work is grounded in research, real-world experience, and practical application.Simplicity
Complex systems don’t always need complex solutions. We distill what works into clear, sustainable practices.Compassion
We recognize the weight people carry — and we meet leaders and teams with understanding and care.Stewardship
We believe health, leadership, and influence are responsibilities to be protected and used wisely.Collaboration
Meaningful change happens when leaders, teams, and systems work together toward shared goals.Dignity & Worth of Every Person
We honour the inherent value of every human life, and the importance of caring for those who care for others.
