NC Department of Health and Human Services
Velma V Taormina, MD MSE FACOG, currently serves as the Medical Director for the Family Planning Program at Mecklenburg County Health Department since March 2023 and as an Associate Medical Director Consultant for Women's Health at the NC Department of Health and Human Services since August 2020, focusing on women's health within the Division of Health Benefits (NC Medicaid). Prior experience includes serving as the Medical Director for Gaston County Department of Health & Human Services from August 2004 to December 2019 and as Interim Medical Director for Alamance County Health Department from June 2016 to October 2016. Velma V Taormina holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center - School of Medicine, a Master of Science in Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from The University of Texas at Austin.
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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.