Physician for 25+ Years

Marblehead Parent

Marbleheader Since 2013

Board of Health Member as of 2026

Committed to:

Collaboration inside and outside the Board

Decisions guided by science, ethics, what’s practical, and community input

Strong support of mental health initiatives

I’m Julie. As an anesthesiologist, I’ve spent 25+ years keeping thousands of patients safe in operating rooms. I want to bring the same kind of care to our town as a member of the Board of Health.

One key to success in an operating room is strong collaboration with my health care colleagues. This means that all team members are focused on doing what’s best for patients and clear, informative communication with everyone.

Success has also called for decision making that is guided by science, ethics, what’s practical, and input from patients and their families. Sometimes decisions are made in seconds or minutes, other times over weeks and months as policies are formulated and implemented.

As a board member, my commitment to you is to safeguard the health and well being of our town by bringing the same mindset for collaboration and decision making. I will work to facilitate collaboration within the board and with town government, other boards, community organizations, citizens, and outside of town.

I’m also committed to strengthening the board’s work towards improving mental health within our community. This is something I’m especially passionate about.

My background also includes practicing business law before moving into medicine, which I believe will be helpful for evaluating legal and regulatory issues as they arise before the board.

On a personal note, my husband and I are proud to have raised our two children here, with our youngest recently graduating from Marblehead High School.

For more about me, please read below.

I appreciate this opportunity to contribute back to our wonderful community as a board member. Thank you for your support.

Best regards,

Julie Selbst, M.D.