Veronica Furnari-Berg, MPH

Veronica Furnari-Berg, MPH, is a Project Manager for the California Department of

Health Care Services (DHCS), Benefits Division and Every Woman Counts (EWC)

program. EWC focuses on breast and cervical cancer awareness, prevention and care

for uninsured and underinsured priority populations, throughout California.

Mrs. Furnari-Berg is a strategic and visionary leader, championing health equity through

the development and implementation of cancer-related legislation, policies, and

initiatives that aligne with both federal and state laws and standards. Her work

emphasizes outreach to underserved populations, fostering partnerships with

community-based organizations to promote cancer education and prevention. She

identifies policy opportunities to expand access to services. While collaborating with

government entities, cancer advocacy groups, and the DHCS Breast and Cervical

Cancer Advisory Council, she reinforces her deep commitment to equitable healthcare

throughout California.

Her distinguished career spans key leadership and analytical roles in cancer prevention,

focus on breast, cervical, prostate, and colorectal cancer initiatives. As a Program

Director for the California Colon Cancer Control Program, at the California Department

of Public Health, she conducted in-depth research, performed policy analysis, and

authored mandated legislative reports. Her work demonstrates a commitment to

advancing cancer awareness, improving screening, and data-driven health policies.

As a DHCS Wellness Ambassador volunteer, she brings purpose and support to

employee wellbeing. She’s a trusted resource and compassionate, about setting

environmental, social, nutritional and physical activity goals and objectives. Outside of

work, she enjoys traveling to new places, immersing herself in live music, and creating

new memories with her husband and two daughters.