On World AIDS Day, Wednesday, December 1, 2021, Jay Dobkin, MD, Chief Medical Officer for VNSNY CHOICE, received a Commissioner’s Special Recognition Award from the New York State Department of Health for his commitment, research, and significant contributions in the field of HIV/AIDS. Every year, this award recognizes individuals who are leaders in promoting improvements in HIV health, LGBT health, substance-user health, youth sexual health, trauma-informed care, and the prevention and treatment of Hepatitis C and STIs. Congratulations to Dr. Dobkin for this well-deserved honor!
NYS Department of Health Honors Dr. Jay Dobkin
December 1, 2021
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