NC Department of Health and Human Services
Kelly Kimple is an accomplished medical professional with extensive experience in public health and clinical practice. Currently serving as the Senior Medical Director for Health Promotion and the Women and Children's Health Section Chief at the NC Department of Health and Human Services since 2016, Kelly has also held the position of Acting State Health Director. Previously, Kelly was an Assistant Professor in the Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016, and completed residency training in Preventive Medicine and Pediatrics at UNC Hospitals from 2009 to 2014. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from UNC School of Medicine, a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Public Health Leadership from UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biologic Basis of Behavior and Spanish from the University of Pennsylvania.
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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.