Telita Crosland | |
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 Official portrait, 2023 | |
| Born | Brooklyn, New York |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1993–present |
| Rank | Lieutenant General |
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Telita Crosland is a United States Army lieutenant general who has served as director of the Defense Health Agency since January 3, 2023. She previously served as deputy surgeon general of the United States Army. [1] [2]
Crosland was born in Brooklyn, New York. In 1989, she graduated from the United States Military Academy. [3]
In May 2022, Crosland was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as director of the Defense Health Agency. [4] Her nomination was confirmed by the Senate on September 29, 2022. [5]
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