Dr. Dean Burke Appointed as New Commissioner of Georgia's Department of Community Health
- Governor Brian Kemp announced that Dr. Dean Burke will assume the role of Commissioner at Georgia’s Department of Community Health beginning August 1, succeeding Russel Carlson.
- This change comes after Carlson left for a private sector position following his leadership role in introducing Georgia Pathways to Coverage, the state’s alternative program for Medicaid expansion.
- Dr. Burke holds the position of Chief Medical Officer at the department, bringing with him 27 years of experience practicing obstetrics and gynecology in rural Georgia, as well as a background in legislative service and healthcare policy development.
- Governor Kemp highlighted Dr. Burke’s strong expertise in medicine and healthcare policy, emphasizing that he is well-suited to lead the agency during this critical period, and commended his long-standing dedication to public service.
- Burke's appointment indicates continued focus on advancing healthcare initiatives and quality improvement throughout Georgia's community health system.
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Former south Georgia lawmaker Dean Burke appointed to lead DCH
Georgia’s Department of Community Health is a state agency tasked with regulating health care facilities across the state and overseeing programs like Medicaid, PeachCare and the State Health Benefit Plan. Getty ImagesDean Burke, a doctor and former state lawmaker, has been chosen to lead Georgia’s Department of Community Health, a state agency tasked with regulating health care facilities across the state and overseeing programs like Medicaid, …
Meet Georgia's New Chief Of Community Health
Gov. Brian Kemp named Dr. Dean Burke Monday commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Health. Burke, 67, a former state senator now serving as the state agency’s chief medical officer, will take up his new role on Aug. 1. Before serving in the Georgia Senate for a decade representing a district in Southwest Georgia, […] The post Meet Georgia’s New Chief of Community Health appeared first on The Georgia Sun.
Gov. Kemp names Dr. Dean Burke as incoming DCH Commissioner - Americus Times-Recorder
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced he will appoint Dr. Dean Burke to serve as Commissioner of the Department of Community Health, effective August 1, following current Commissioner Russel Carlson’s announcement that he has accepted a position in the private sector.“Marty, the girls, and I want to thank Dr. Burke for continuing his service to the people of our state in this new leadership position,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Given his extens…


Former Georgia senator appointed to head state health agency
ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp named Dr. Dean Burke Monday commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH). Burke, 67, a former state senator now serving as the state agency’s chief medical officer, will take up his new role…
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