Dave Chokshi KFF Board of Trustees Appointment
KFF Appoints Dr.Dave Chokshi to Board of Trustees
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San francisco – KFF announced on September 19, 2024, the appointment of Dr. dave Ashok Chokshi, a physician and health leader, to its Board of Trustees.
about Dr. Dave Chokshi
Dr. Chokshi currently practices medicine at Bellevue Hospital and holds the position of Sternberg Family Professor of Leadership at the City College of New York. He previously served as the 43rd Health Commissioner of New York city from 2020 to 2022, leading the city’s public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
During his tenure as Health Commissioner,Dr. Chokshi oversaw a large-scale vaccination effort, successfully administering vaccinations to over six million New Yorkers as reported by KFF.
KFF’s Board of Trustees
the KFF Board of Trustees provides oversight and guidance for the association’s work. KFF (formerly the Kaiser Family Foundation) is a non-profit organization focusing on national health issues. It provides information and analysis on health policy to policymakers, the media, and the public according to KFF’s website.
Dr. Chokshi’s Background and Experience
Prior to his role as New York City Health Commissioner, Dr. Chokshi held various positions in public health and healthcare. He has a strong background in primary care and has been involved in efforts to address health inequities.
His leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic involved navigating complex challenges, including vaccine distribution, public health messaging, and addressing the disproportionate impact of the virus on vulnerable communities.