Governor Stitt Appoints Clay Bullard as Oklahoma Chief Advisor for Health and Mental Health and Director of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority
Governor Kevin Stitt announced the appointment of Clay Bullard as the Chief Advisor for Health and Mental Health and the Director of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA).
Bullard, a seasoned healthcare executive with more than 25 years of experience, has built his career around advancing innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. He is dedicated to improving health care outcomes for Oklahomans.
“Clay brings a unique combination of entrepreneurial vision, policy expertise, and hands-on leadership to this role,” said Governor Stitt. “His record of challenging the status quo in healthcare and his dedication to improving the lives of Oklahomans make him the right choice to guide the future of health and mental health policy in our state.”
Bullard previously served on the Oklahoma Medical Board, following his 2019 appointment by Governor Stitt, and from 2021–2023, he was a consulting advisor to the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority’s Director and Executive team.
In his new role, Bullard will oversee the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, ensuring the agency continues to advance accessible, cost-effective, and high-quality care for Oklahomans. As Chief Advisor for Health and Mental Health, he will work directly with state leadership to develop strategies that strengthen health care delivery systems, find efficiencies within the Oklahoma health care system, and promote innovative programs that benefit communities across the state.
“I am honored to accept this appointment and serve the people of Oklahoma in this vital capacity,” Bullard said. “Healthcare is at a critical crossroads, and I look forward to working with Governor Stitt, agency partners, and providers across the state to build systems that improve outcomes and support healthier lives for all Oklahomans.”
The Governor thanks Ellen Buettner for her service to the state in this role as she leaves OHCA to lead the Regional University System of Oklahoma.
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