Governor Hochul has appointed Dr. Mary Bassett as Commissioner of the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).  Governor Hochul notes that Dr. Bassett will take office on December 1, 2021.  To read Governor Hochul's announcement and summary of the appointment of Dr. Bassett as New York State Commissioner of Health, use the link below.
https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-appoints-dr-mary-t-bassett-commissioner-department-health