[7] As a Rhodes Scholar, Chokshi earned two Master of Science degrees, in global public health and in comparative social policy, from the University of Oxford.

He was a White House Fellow during the Obama administration and served as principal health advisor to the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

[12][13][14] During his tenure, he led the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including its historic campaign to vaccinate over 6 million New Yorkers, saving tens of thousands of lives.

[15][16][17][18] Chokshi architected treatment strategies, navigated school and economic reopenings, and served as principal public spokesperson.

[22][23][24] In December 2021, Chokshi announced he will serve as health commissioner until March 2022 for purposes of transition for incoming Mayor Eric Adams.

[25] Adams announced March 11, 2022 as Dr. Dave Chokshi Day "for his leadership during the pandemic and his dedication to protecting and improving the health of all New Yorkers.