Press Release

Dr. Mark Roby Appointed Health Officer at the Florida Department of Health in Monroe County

June 11, 2026 2 min read
For media inquiries: Jennifer Lefelar • jennifer.lefelar@flhealth.gov305-434-5413

Monroe County, Fla. – The Florida Department of Health in Monroe County (DOH-Monroe) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mark Roby, DNP, MBA, RN, as its new administrator and health officer, effective June 10, 2026.   

Dr. Roby joined DOH-Monroe in January 2023 as director of nursing.  He has been serving as the interim administrator and health officer since April 2026. 

“I am committed to ensuring that DOH-Monroe‑ remains a trusted and responsive partner for every member of our community, steadfast in our mission to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts,” said Dr. Mark Roby, DNP, MBA, RN.

Dr. Roby holds a Bachelor of Science in nursing from George Mason University, a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Virginia Tech, an MBA in human resource management from the University of Phoenix, an MSN in nursing education from the University of South Florida, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Capella University.

“Dr. Mark Roby’s extensive public health leadership and deep understanding of Monroe County make him exceptionally well-‑prepared for this role,” said Becky Keyes, chief of medical and health services for the Florida Department of Health. “His proven commitment to our community gives me full confidence in his ability to serve the Florida Keys with distinction as our new health officer.”

Dr. Mark Roby
Dr. Mark Roby, DNP, MBA, RN, DOH-Monroe, administrator and health officer.
Robe Addressed BOCC
Dr. Mark Roby, DNP, MBA, RN, DOH-Monroe, administrator and health officer, addressed the Monroe County BOCC at the BOCC and Land Authority regularly scheduled meeting in Key Largo on June 10, 2026.
DOH Monroe Group Picture
Representatives of the Florida Department of Health in attendance at the June 10, 2026, BOCC and Land Authority regularly scheduled meeting in Key Largo, where Dr. Mark Roby was confirmed as administrator and health officer for DOH‑Monroe. Pictured, left to right: Jennifer Lefelar, Andrea Diaz, Becky Keyes, Dr. Mark Roby, DNP, MBA, RN, Dr. Carla Fry, PhD, MSN, RN, Alex Ramos, and Alim Isakh.

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About the Florida Department of Health

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