"Non-Traditional Leaders Rise to the Top in Public Health: A Shift in the Status Quo. The traditional path to leadership in the Public Health Service is being challenged as more and more leaders are being appointed from outside the ranks of the agency. This trend raises questions about the value of experience within the agency versus the fresh perspective and expertise that external candidates can bring. As the Public Health Service faces complex and evolving challenges, such as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and growing concerns about antimicrobial resistance, the need for effective leadership has never been more pressing."
It has become increasingly common to appoint leaders from outside the career ranks of the Public Health Service.
