About Us
Leadership

Health Department Director
Matthew Gonzales, MHA
Local Health Authority
Dr. John C Turner, MD
Mission: To protect, promote, maintain, and improve the health and quality of life for Hays County citizens and visitors through a responsive, well-managed, and organized effort.
Our Philosophy is based on:
- Treating clients with dignity, concern, and consideration
- Delivering excellent services through committed employees who are courteous, competent, informed, and responsive to our clients’ needs
- Creating and maintaining a safe, professional work environment that promotes leadership and empowers employees
- Providing fiscal accountability by effectively using human and natural resources
“We exist to serve the public and this shall be done to the best of our ability.”
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