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      RWJF Statement Welcoming Richard Besser, MD, as President and CEO

      Statement Apr-26-2017 | Risa Lavizzo-Mourey | 1-min read
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      The following is a statement from Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, MD, former president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

      Dear Rich,

      Congratulations on becoming the president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. It’s an important day for you and for our outstanding organization.

      The Foundation has an audacious goal—to work with others to build a Culture of Health that provides everyone in America the opportunity to live the healthiest life possible. It may feel overwhelming at times. It did for me. But you are surrounded by the smartest, most strategic, dedicated and hardworking people, who are the very best part of this work. Moreover, you have a nationwide community of intelligent, passionate, committed grantees and partners who strive to make everyone in America healthier. And together you will accomplish great things.

      So, more often than not, you will feel inspired, exhilarated, and proud to be part of something so critical to our nation. I wish you success and much happiness in your new role.

      My best,

      Risa

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      For more than 40 years the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has worked to improve health and health care. We are working with others to build a national Culture of Health enabling everyone in America to live longer, healthier lives. For more information, visit www.rwjf.org. Follow the Foundation on Twitter at www.rwjf.org/twitter or on Facebook at www.rwjf.org/facebook.

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      Dr. Rich Besser, RWJF President and CEO

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      Richard Besser, MD, is president and CEO of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, a position he assumed in April 2017. He is the former acting director for the CDC and ABC News’ former chief health and medical editor.

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      Richard Besser, MD, Named New President, CEO of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

      Richard Besser, MD, former acting director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and ABC News’ current chief health and medical editor, has been named RWJF president and CEO.

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