NYC Health Commissioner Quits In Clash With Mayor Over Virus Response

The transcript discusses the resignation of Dr. Barbos, who expressed disappointment in Mayor de Blasio's handling of the COVID-19 crisis, particularly the underutilization of the Health Department's expertise. Public figures like Mark Levine reacted to her departure, highlighting its impact on public health efforts. The transcript also covers tensions between de Blasio and health officials over the decision to assign contact tracing to the public hospital system. Ultimately, Dr. Barbos was replaced by Dr. Dave Choksey, signaling a leadership change in New York City's health department.

What was Dr. Barbeau's main reason for resigning from her position?

• A better job offer elsewhere

• Personal health issues

• Disappointment with the mayor's handling of the COVID-19 crisis

• Lack of support from the Health Department

How did Mark Levine describe Dr. Barbeau's resignation?

• A minor setback

• A grave blow to public health

• An expected outcome

• A positive change

Who replaced Dr. Barbeau as the Health Commissioner?

• Dr. Dave Choksey

• Dr. Mark Levine

• Dr. Johanna Grunt

• Dr. Bill de Blasio

What was one of the reasons for the tension between Mayor de Blasio and health officials?

• Personal conflicts with Dr. Barbeau

• Disagreements over vaccine distribution

• The decision to make the public hospital system responsible for contact tracing

• Budget cuts in the health department

What did Mayor de Blasio emphasize as necessary after Dr. Barbeau's resignation?

• Increased funding for hospitals

• An atmosphere of unity and common purpose

• More public health campaigns

• A complete overhaul of the health department