U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy | Dean's Lecture Series 2015

October 7, 2015

Vice Admiral Vivek H. Murthy, MD, MBA, was nominated by President Barack Obama in November 2013 and confirmed on Dec. 15, 2014 as the 19th United States Surgeon General. As America’s Doctor, Dr. Murthy is responsible for communicating the best available scientific information to the public regarding ways to improve personal health and the health of the nation. He also oversees the operations of the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, comprised of approximately 6,700 uniformed health officers who serve in locations around the world to promote, protect, and advance the health and safety of our nation.

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