Contra Costa County supes appoint new health director who held similar job in SF

Contra Costa County appointed Dr. Grant Colfax as its new health director, effective August 19, 2025. Colfax previously led San Francisco's Department of Public Health, overseeing critical responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and the fentanyl overdose crisis during his tenure. Supervisor Candace Andersen highlighted Colfax's visionary leadership and understanding of public health systems, noting its significance in expanding access to care and addressing health disparities. He replaces Dr.

Ori Tzvieli, who served as interim director after former director Anna Roth left for a position at Tahoe Forest Health System. Colfax’s appointment comes with an annual funding cost of about $708,000. He expressed his commitment to serving a community that prioritizes collaboration and equity in health services. This leadership change aims to enhance public health strategies in Contra Costa County, focusing on long-standing health issues. Colfax’s experience includes his role as director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy during Obama's administration.