Lawrence will replace current CMO Anne Zink, who announced last year her intent to retire at the end of April.
Dr. Robert Lawrence named Alaska’s new Chief Medical OfficerANCHORAGE, Alaska - The Alaska Department of Health has named Dr. Robert Lawrence as the state’s next Chief Medical Officer .
“We are truly thrilled to add Dr. Lawrence’s unique perspectives to the work we are accomplishing within the Department of Health,” Hedberg said. “His commitment to promoting the health, wellbeing and self-sufficiency of all Alaskans is widely recognized and deeply appreciated. Lawrence, board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, previously served as the CMO for the Department of Corrections and holds an M.D. from the University of Washington School of Medicine, a M.A. in Bioethics from Trinity International University, and a M.Ed. in Social Science Education from Harding University.
Hedberg also thanked Zink for her service to the state, who served in the CMO role in July 0f 2019 and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “As we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Anne Zink for her outstanding leadership over the past five years, we anticipate continued improvements in Alaska’s healthcare systems with Dr. Lawrence at the helm.”“Of everything the great state of Alaska has to offer, people matter most,” Lawrence said. “I am honored to join this team of dedicated servants who focus their efforts to elevate the health and independence of every person in Alaska.
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