Questions and Answers Update
Welcome. ~The Commissioners of the County of Dukes County established the position of Associate Commissioner for Health Care Access in recognition of the important role that ensuring the health, wellness, and safety of its residents and visitors plays in sustaining our vibrant island communities. ~This broad mission encompasses several core beliefs:
·Wellness promotion and disease prevention support healthy communities.
·Healthy environments sustain healthy communities.
·Safe behaviors create healthy environments.
·Knowledge empowers individuals and their communities.
·Being prepared for the unexpected ensures safer outcomes.
·Communities are responsible for the health and well being of all their inhabitants and guests.
Building a healthier and safer County requires the coordinated and continued efforts of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and institutions, all of who are committed to enhancing the health of our community. ~If you having any questions or comments you can contact Associate Commissioner Klein at: drilenejklein@aol.com.
Dr. Ilene J. Klein was appointed as the Associate Commissioner for Health Care Access in March 2005. ~Prior to becoming a physician, Dr. Klein was the Director of Operations for the child health clinics of the New York City Department of Health’s Bureau of Child Health. ~Her work included converting categorical child health programs into primary care medical homes for children, with a focus on creating medical homes for children with asthma. ~Dr. Klein received her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. ~She completed her residency from Brown University’s Department of Family Medicine. ~Dr. Klein was the first Chief of Primary Care for Martha’s Vineyard Hospital and maintained a private practice on Martha’s Vineyard. Currently, she chairs the County’s Public Health Committee. She is also
involved with community groups working on issues of access to primary care.
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