Political Quotes

“last night, the Senate confirmed David Shulkin to be the Under Secretary for Health and LaVerne Council to be the Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology at the Department of Veterans Affairs, VA. Let me begin by thanking Chairman Isakson for making the confirmation of Dr. Shulkin and Ms. Council a priority for this Congress. Dr. Shulkin comes to the Veterans Health Administration, VHA, with significant experience managing complex health care organizations. Prior to being confirmed as Undersecretary of Health Dr. Shulkin was the president of Morristown Medical Center where he oversaw a 658-bed facility that has received countless awards for its excellence in care. During his confirmation hearing before the committee, Dr. Shulkin stated, ``We all agree that the status quo is simply not acceptable. I want to assure you that, if confirmed, it would be my sole mission each and every day to transform the VA health system into one that provides our veterans with the highest level of quality care.'' Given the challenges that face VA, I look forward to working with Dr. Shulkin to ensure the status quo does not persist. I am committed to ensuring VA provides high-quality care options to veterans. Ms.…”