Jesús Kumate Rodríguez

DR. JES%C3%9AS KUMATE RODR%C3%8DGUEZ (17321931392)

Jesús Kumate Rodríguez
Born	November 13, 1924 Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico
Died	May 7, 2018 Mexico City, Mexico
Nationality	Mexican
Occupation	Physician, Politician
Known for	Secretary of Health (Mexico)

Jesús Kumate Rodríguez (November 13, 1924 – May 7, 2018) was a prominent Mexican physician and politician. He is best known for his tenure as the Secretary of Health in Mexico from 1988 to 1994.

Early Life and Education

Kumate Rodríguez was born in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico. He pursued his medical studies at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), where he earned his degree in medicine. He further specialized in pediatrics and infectious diseases.

Career

Medical Career

Kumate Rodríguez began his medical career as a pediatrician, focusing on infectious diseases in children. He was a key figure in the development of public health policies in Mexico, particularly in the areas of vaccination and disease prevention.

Political Career

In 1988, Kumate Rodríguez was appointed as the Secretary of Health by President Carlos Salinas de Gortari. During his tenure, he implemented significant health reforms, including the expansion of the national vaccination program and the establishment of new health care facilities across the country. His efforts were instrumental in reducing the incidence of infectious diseases and improving overall public health in Mexico.

Legacy

Kumate Rodríguez's contributions to public health have left a lasting impact on the Mexican healthcare system. He is remembered for his dedication to improving health outcomes and his role in advancing medical research and education in Mexico.

Death

Jesús Kumate Rodríguez passed away on May 7, 2018, in Mexico City, Mexico.

See Also

• Secretary of Health (Mexico)
• National Autonomous University of Mexico
• Carlos Salinas de Gortari
• Vaccination