Anton J. Gunn (born March 1, 1973), a healthcare consultant and former American politician, is the former head of the Office of External Affairs at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under Secretary Kathleen Sebelius.

Gunn engaged on policy issues with relevance to South Carolina—he joined the education superintendent in pushing for public "school choice," against some in his own party as well as Republicans who wanted to privatize the whole system.

His leadership strategy proved successful in the 2010 state budget fight where Gunn managed to pass an amendment focused on government transparency, a difficult feat even for Republicans.

[9] Gunn announced on August 13, 2010, that he would not seek re-election to his House seat to accept a presidential appointment as Regional Director at the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services in the Obama Administration.

Gunn provided guidance and coordination to the efforts of HHS-Intergovernmental & External Affairs (IEA) staff in dealings with Federal and non-Federal government officials.

Gunn was featured in a series spotlighting African Americans who are playing an integral part in implementing the historic Affordable Care Act.

"[13] In June 2013, Gunn was featured in The Hill.com as one of '10 Players to Watch on Obamacare Rollout' because of his role maintaining good relationships between the Obama administration and powerful healthcare interest groups, many of which have become restless as the law’s enactment sees challenges.

Gunn and other Resident Fellows will interact with students; develop and lead weekly study groups; and will participate in the intellectual life of the Harvard community.

[17] In August 2014, Gunn was named the Executive Director of Community Health Innovation and Chief Diversity Officer for the Medical University of South Carolina.

Global pandemics, structural racism, civil unrest, economic calamity, and other damaging events are compounding the toxicity in the healthcare workplace.

This environment will lead to higher engagement, increased productivity, and a culture that will inspire leaders to focus on the real mission, improving the health, safety, and well-being of patients, families, and communities.”.