St. Mary's County Health Department

The St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) is the local health department for St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Under the direction of the county’s Health Officer, Dr. Meenakshi G. Brewster, SMCHD is responsible for protecting and promoting the health of all St. Mary’s County residents. Within the scope of its resources, the health department delivers a variety of services to our community, based on local health needs and federal, state, and county regulations. As the county’s leader in public health, the agency is committed to ensuring that community members have access to personal and environmental health services and information.