Dr. Ashwin Vasan: Public Health, Mental Health & NYC’s Recovery

In this episode of The Perez Notes, former NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan joins Roberto Perez for a deep dive into the state of public health in New York City. We discuss the city’s mental health crisis, its ongoing recovery from COVID-19, and the lessons learned from leading the Department of Health through unprecedented challenges. Dr. Vasan reflects on his career in public service, shares insights on strengthening community health, and offers his perspective on the future of public health in a post-pandemic world.