Former Planned Parenthood President Dr. Leana Wen Takes Job At George Washington University

WASHINGTON (WJZ) — Dr. Leana Wen, the former president of Planned Parenthood and Baltimore City Health Commissioner, has taken a job at George Washington University.

Wen announced the career move on Twitter Tuesday, just over a month after her ouster at Planned Parenthood.

“Honored to join exceptional colleagues @GWpublichealth @GW_Workforce to train future generations of public health leaders who are dedicated to achieving health equity and fighting for social justice,” Wen wrote.

Honored to join exceptional colleagues @GWpublichealth @GW_Workforce to train future generations of public health leaders who are dedicated to achieving health equity and fighting for social justice. https://t.co/gHV7sdLaVQ

— Leana Wen, M.D. (@DrLeanaWen) August 20, 2019

Wen left Planned Parenthood July 16, citing “philosophical differences” about the group’s direction and future. She said the group’s board held a “secret meeting” during which it decided to end her employment.

Former Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen Leaves Planned Parenthood, No Longer President

My statement stepping down as President/CEO of @PPFA and President of @PPAct. pic.twitter.com/WJ3EBgJIAy

— Leana Wen, M.D. (@DrLeanaWen) July 16, 2019

Alexis McGill Johnson is currently serving as Planned Parenthood’s interim president and CEO.