Richard Besser

When a national health crisis emerges, Richard Besser is the voice Americans turn to for clarity and guidance. As the former acting director of the CDC and ABC News' chief health and medical editor, Besser brings unparalleled expertise in public health policy and communication.

Now leading the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the largest private foundation dedicated to national health improvement, he drives strategic initiatives that transform healthcare delivery and population health outcomes. Besser's unique blend of medical training, government leadership, and media experience positions him as a critical translator of complex health challenges for diverse audiences.