NC Department of Health and Human Services
Gerri Mattson, MD has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Gerri is currently serving as the Senior Medical Director at the NC Department of Health and Human Services since March 2022. Prior to this role, they worked at the NC Division of Public Health from March 2005 to June 2022 as a Pediatric Medical Consultant, providing expertise and support for various health programs. Before that, they served as a Pediatrician in Private Practice at ABC Pediatrics from September 1999 to August 2005. Gerri started their career as a Commissioned Corps Medical Officer in the US Public Health Service at the Northern Navajo Medical Center from July 1996 to July 1999, providing inpatient and outpatient care.
Dr. Gerri Mattson received a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, General from the University of Virginia in 1989. Gerri then went on to earn a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1993. Dr. Mattson completed their Internship and Residency in Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine from 1993 to 1996. Later, they obtained a Master's of Science in Public Health with a focus on Maternal and Child Health from the University of North Carolina Gillings School of Global Public Health between 2000 and 2004. Additionally, Dr. Mattson holds a Maintenance of Certification from the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), which was obtained in December 1996.
NC Department of Health and Human Services
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The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen. The Department is divided into 30 divisions and offices. NCDHHS divisions and offices fall under four broad service areas - health, human services, administrative, and support functions. NCDHHS also oversees 14 facilities: developmental centers, neuro-medical treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, alcohol and drug abuse treatment centers, and two residential programs for children. Mission: In collaboration with our partners, DHHS provides essential services to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Vision: Advancing innovative solutions that foster independence, improve health and promote well-being for all North Carolinians. Values: People-Focused Focus on the people we serve, deliver value and make a positive impact on their lives and communities. Teamwork We are all one department, one team, working toward one goal: to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Proactive Communication Maintain an open and trusting environment for collaboration and continuous improvement with our team, stakeholders and the people we serve. Transparency Share expertise, information and honest feedback within the Department and with stakeholders and the community. Ask for help when needed. Stewardship Be good stewards of resources and time to create a positive impact for those we serve. Joy Have joy and balance at work so we all bring our A-game when serving the people of North Carolina.