About Us

Aaron Kissler, MPH

Director, Florida Department of Health in Polk County

Mission: To protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts. 

Vision: To be the healthiest state in the nation. 

Values: ICARE

Innovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely. 

Collaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals and solve problems. 

Accountability: We perform with integrity and respect. 

Responsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers and engaging our partners.

Excellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning and continuous performance improvement.