Telita Crosland

Telita Crosland is a retired United States Army lieutenant general who served as director of the Defense Health Agency from 3 January 2023 to 28 February 2025. She previously served as deputy surgeon general of the United States Army.

Education

Crosland was born in Brooklyn, New York. In 1989, she graduated from the United States Military Academy. She holds an MD degree and an MPH degree.

Military career

In May 2022, Crosland was nominated for promotion to lieutenant general and assignment as director of the Defense Health Agency. Her nomination was confirmed by the Senate on 29 September 2022. Crosland resigned from her assignment as director on 28 February 2025.