The 17th Surgeon General of the United States (2002–2006). Trauma surgeon, former SWAT officer and paramedic, and the man who created the Medical Reserve Corps around Katrina. Honorary chairman of the Arizona Heroes Memorial.
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S1·E1 — Truth, Trust & Legacy with Dr. Richard Carmona
The reason that I use that term, that obesity is a national security issue — I needed some way to get traction with Congress to do something, because everybody talks about obesity.
17th Surgeon General of the United States
It's never about you. It's about you having the privilege to serve others. And what they deserve is to be told the truth, however inconvenient that truth is.
17th Surgeon General of the United States
I would argue too that moms are probably the most underestimated important asset in our nation today, period.
17th Surgeon General of the United States
This is a force for good. It's not just a force for health. We're telling good stories. This is the greatness of our country.
17th Surgeon General of the United States