Our Work

The Detroit Health Department has served Detroiters for more than a century. Today, we are building a modern public health department that is visible, responsive, and grounded in the everyday realities of the communities we serve.

Our work goes beyond traditional health services. We advance a Health in All Policies approach, recognizing that health is shaped by housing, transportation, environmental conditions, economic opportunity, and access to care. We partner across city government and with community organizations to ensure that health is considered in every decision that shapes life in Detroit.

Mission

To protect and promote the health of Detroiters by addressing priority public and population health needs through data-driven, community-centered action.

Vision

A Detroit where every resident has a fair and full opportunity to live a healthy life.

Values

Quality Service, Transparency, Accountability, and Respect.

Our Leadership

Ali Abazeed, MPH, MPP
Chief Public Health Officer and Director
Detroit Health Department

Christina Floyd, MPH
Deputy Director of Public Health

Leah Smith, BA
Administrative Director of Operations

Claudia Richardson, MD, MPH, FACOG 
Medical Director

Iris Taylor, PhD
Administrator of Clinical Programs 

Yolanda R. Hill-Ashford, LLMSW
Director of Public Health Programs

Nikita Cargins, MPA
Director of Marketing and Communications