Throughout the pandemic, Commissioner Persichilli led the Department of Health and guided the State’s response to a novel and deadly virus while sharing critical information with the public during the Governor’s regular COVID-19 briefings. She was confirmed by the State Senate as the 22 nd Commissioner of Health on January 9, 2020, not long before New Jersey saw its first confirmed case of COVID-19 on March 4, 2020. “To say I am overwhelmed and humbled by this honor is an understatement,” said Commissioner Persichilli. “This building will reflect the hard work and commitment of all who have worked throughout the pandemic and our commitment to public health.”Ĭommissioner Persichilli began serving as Acting Commissioner of Health on August 5, 2019. This building will serve as a reminder of the illustrious career of ‘the woman who needs no introduction,’ both as a leader in the health care sector and as New Jersey’s distinguished Commissioner of Health.” “Commissioner Persichilli has been an invaluable advisor and partner over the past several years, helping our state navigate the many challenges of an unprecedented pandemic,” said Governor Murphy. “Her composure and dependability as she led the Department of Health and kept residents informed alongside me during countless COVID briefings has made the name ‘Judy Persichilli’ ubiquitous throughout our state. Persichilli Building.” The Governor unveiled the new name following his announcement in June 2021 that the building would be named in honor of Commissioner of Health Persichilli for her service to the people of New Jersey, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today joined State officials, public employees, and health care professionals in a ceremony to dedicate the New Jersey Department of Health’s office building in Trenton as the “Judith M.
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