New Secretary of Health and Human Services Sworn In

Dr. Devdutta Sangvai Sworn in as
Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

RALEIGH — Dr. Devdutta "Dev" Sangvai was sworn in as the new Secretary for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. Dr. Sangvai was selected by Governor Josh Stein to lead the department as the state’s 19th Secretary for Health and Human Services. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Dorothea Dix Park where the department is currently headquartered.

"I am honored to lead the Department of Health and Human Services and build on the already strong foundation toward creating a healthier North Carolina for all," Secretary Sangvai said. "I look forward to working with the incredible team at NCDHHS and Governor Stein to ensure every North Carolinian has access to the right services to support their health, safety and well-being — no matter where they live or how much money they make."

"Secretary Sangvai is ready for the challenge of improving the health and quality of life for children and families in North Carolina," Governor Stein said. "I look forward to working with him and the NCDHHS team to make North Carolina safer, healthier, and stronger."

Secretary Sangvai is a family medicine physician and a professor at Duke University. He is also a member of the North Carolina Medical Board. Prior to his role with NCDHHS, he served as President of Duke Regional Hospital and President of the North Carolina Medical Society. His work has focused improving access, developing the healthcare workforce, and making care more efficient. Dr. Sangvai is the first Indian American cabinet member to serve under a North Carolina governor.

For more photos of the swearing in ceremony, click here.