Dr. Richard Malish, M.D. is the new Chief Medical Director, a newly created position at the Arlington County Detention Facility. With over 30 years of service in the US Army and background in military medicine, internal medicine and cardiology, Dr. Malish brings experience and leadership to the Arlington Sheriff’s Office.
Arlington County Sheriff Jose Quiroz said, “I am committed to improving the medical care for the people who are incarcerated in Arlington, and this is the first step in transitioning from contracted medical care to a county run program led by Dr. Malish."
Malish will oversee the medical care provided to individuals housed in the Arlington County Detention Facility (ACDF), ensuring they receive high-quality, evidence-based healthcare that meets professional and ethical standards.
Dr. Malish said, “I look forward to working with the dedicated professionals at the Arlington County Sheriff’s Office to ensure the best possible outcomes for those in our care."
The Chief Medical Director for the detention facility position was approved by the County Board at the request of Sheriff Quiroz. Over the next 12 months, the sheriff’s office will transition all positions under the current medical contract to county positions. Falcon Correctional and Community Services Inc, will oversee the transition from contracted medical care to a county run program.
Dr. Malish is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and was elected into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. He went on to obtain his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, where he was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. Over the course of his military career, Dr. Malish has served in both academic and operational capacities, including multiple combat deployments and leadership roles within the U.S. Army Medical Corps, retiring after 30 years of service with the rank of Colonel.
Dr. Malish completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Brooke Army Medical Center, where he was recognized as the “Most Outstanding Senior Resident,” and later trained in Cardiology at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.