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US President Bush nominates new surgeon general

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Friday, May 25, 2007

George W. Bush at the May 24, 2007, press conference in the White House Rose Garden.

Yesterday, United States President George W. Bush nominated James W. Holsinger as the next Surgeon General of the United States.

Today, I have announced my intention to nominate James W. Holsinger, Jr., to serve as the 18th Surgeon General of the United States. Dr. Holsinger is an accomplished physician who has led one of our Nation's largest healthcare systems, the State of Kentucky's healthcare system, and the University of Kentucky's medical center.
 
— George W. Bush

Since August 1, 2006, Kenneth P. Moritsugu has been the acting surgeon general. Richard Carmona was the last surgeon general. He left when his four year term expired at the end of July, 2006.

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  • Press Release: President Bush Nominates Dr. James Holsinger Jr as Surgeon General — White House, May 24, 2007
  • AP. Bush Unveils Nominee For Surgeon General — CBS News, May 24, 2007


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