Pujalte Appointed New DOH Chief as Herbosa Resigns
Dr. Teodoro Herbosa has resigned as chief of the Department of Health (DOH) for health reasons, with veteran orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jose Brittanio “Brix” Pujalte Jr. appointed as his successor. Pujalte brings over three decades of experience in advancing public health.
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