Gov. Bill Lee appoints Kentucky state Senator Alvarado to Commissioner of Health role
A Kentucky doctor and state Senator will become Tennessee's next Commissioner of Health, Gov. Bill Lee has announced.
Dr. Ralph Alvarado will take on the role effective January 16th, as Lee begins his second term in office.
Lee noted Alvarado's combination of experience in medicine and public service as strong qualifications for the role.
“Dr. Alvarado’s significant clinical and hospital management experience make him well-positioned to lead the Department of Health, and I appreciate his service to Tennesseans," Lee said.
Alvarado said he is honored to have been chosen to lead public health efforts in the Volunteer State.
“It’s an honor to join Governor Lee’s team to advance health and prosperity for every Tennessean,” said Alvarado. “I appreciate this opportunity and look forward to serving individuals and families across the Volunteer State.”
Alvarado's experience includes working as a practicing physician and managing a healthcare organization.
He is the Chief Executive Officer of Alvarado Medical Services, PLLC, a healthcare organization serving Kentucky communities. Alvarado brings decades of diverse professional experience to Tennessee, including hospital management and nearly 30 years of service as an attending physician.
In addition to his work in Kentucky communities meeting medical needs, Alvarado has a history of leadership in health policy.
Specifically, he has served in the Kentucky State Senate since 2015 and has led the Senate Health and Welfare Committee as chairman since 2019. Alvarado is currently co-chairman of the National Coalition of Physician Legislators.
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