Chung Eun-kyung is a prominent South Korean public health official known for her role in managing health crises. She has served as the Commissioner of the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) since its establishment in 2020, where she has been instrumental in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea. Under her leadership, the KDCA has implemented various strategies to control the spread of infectious diseases and improve public health infrastructure. Chung's expertise in epidemiology and her proactive approach have earned her recognition both nationally and internationally in the field of public health.