CDC Deputy Director Abruptly Departs Role After Four Months on the Job

Dr. Jennifer Shuford, Deputy Director and Chief Medical Officer at the CDC, will depart her role on November 12. Appointed in April, her departure comes after only four months. She stated her reason for leaving is to spend more time with her family.

• Dr. Jennifer Shuford, CDC Deputy Director, is leaving her position on November 12.
• She served in the role for four months after being appointed in April.
• Dr. Shuford cited spending more time with her family as the reason for her departure.
• Satish Pillai will serve as the acting deputy director and chief medical officer while a permanent replacement is sought.