About the Health Department

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Our Work

The Detroit Health Department has been providing important public health services to Detroiters for over 100 years.  Its mission is to foster collaborative efforts that protect and promote public health, equity, safety and well-being. 

Mission - Address public and population health priorities of Detroiters 
Vision - We envision healthy communities where every Detroiter has the opportunity to thrive 
Values - Quality Service, Transparency, Accountability and Respect
 

Our Leadership

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