CalHHS Secretary Dr. Ghaly to depart, CDSS Director Johnson appointed new Secretary

Press Release

“Dr. Ghaly’s heroic service to the people of our state and his profound contribution to reshaping California’s health and social services cannot be overstated.

“For more than five years at the helm of CalHHS, his visionary and compassionate leadership and unwavering focus on protecting the most vulnerable among us has seen our state through unprecedented challenges and historic victories that improve the lives of Californians.

“He has been a driving force for transformative changes to make health care more affordable and accessible, and has overseen the state’s overhaul of our behavioral health system to better reach those most in need. His steadfast leadership of California’s nation-leading response to the pandemic saved countless lives and set the stage for our state’s strong recovery.

“I thank Dr. Ghaly for his tireless work to build a Healthy California for All, which will continue to make an impact in the lives of millions for decades to come.

“Kim has been an indispensable partner in delivering foundational services that millions of Californians rely on, bringing decades of experience and expertise in this space. I’m grateful to her for stepping into this new role and look forward to her continued leadership and partnership in our work to advance the health and well-being of all Californians.”