The Arizona Medical Association has a new president: Dr. Miriam Anand.

An allergist and immunologist practicing in the East Valley, Dr. Anand has taken the post for a one-year term as Arizona continues to try to get as many people vaccinated against COVID-19 as possible and move beyond the pandemic. 

The Show spoke with her about her new position and other issues.

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