ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Dr. Michael Mendoza, the Monroe County Commissioner of Public Health who served throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, has stepped down from his role.
Dr. Mendoza made the announcement on Wednesday after holding the position since 2016. The county says it will begin the search for his replacement. Until they find a replacement, the Deputy Commissioner of Public Health, Dr. Marielena Velez de Brown, will fill the role.
“I wish the best for all the dedicated staff in the Department of Public Health and I am certain that the department will continue to be successful,” Mendoza said in a statement.
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