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CHFS Community is an award-winning podcast featuring ordinary people doing extraordinary work at the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Hosted by Secretary Eric Friedlander and produced by Julianne Hatton, you'll hear inspirational stories from the people who serve every Kentuckian in some way. Join our community so you'll never miss an episode and tell your friends about the show. Until next time, stay healthy Kentucky!

May 6, 2020

Cabinet for Health and Family Services Secretary Eric Friedlander interviews CAPT Doug Thoroughman about the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Thoroughman is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention field officer and Acting State Epidemiologist in Kentucky. He describes his undergraduate studies and service in Liberia, followed by a PhD from Emory University with time spent in New Mexico at the Indian Health Service. Dr. Thoroughman gives listeners a glimpse into his daily routine during the pandemic...along with the secret sauce that goes into producing the Key Points Document for Gov. Andy Beshear.