'Dr. Cohen is one of the nation's top physicians and health leaders with experience leading large and complex organizations,' Biden said about his decision.
President Joe Biden intends to appoint Dr. Mandy Cohen to lead the US Centers for Disease Control and PreventionPresident Joe Biden intends to appoint Dr. Mandy Cohen to lead the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the White House confirmed exclusively to CNN, succeeding Dr. Rochelle Walensky in the critical public health role as the agency grapples with challenges in the aftermath of the pandemic.
"Dr. Cohen has been recognized by leaders from both parties for her ability to find common ground and put complex policy into action. I look forward to working with Dr. Cohen as she leads our nation's finest scientists and public health experts with integrity and transparency," the president said.expressing opposition Cohen's appointment, saying that she was unfit for the position.
Cohen received her medical degree from the Yale School of Medicine and a master's degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. She is an internal medicine physician who also has experience working in state and federal government.Walensky announced her departure from her government role last month in the days before the Covid-19 public health emergency lifted. Her last day at the CDC will be June 30.
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