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Physicians in politics: Why run for office?
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- Rep. Kim Schrier, MD, became the first pediatrician elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2018.
- Her decision to run was motivated by national political efforts related to healthcare.
Physicians in elected office share their thoughts about campaigning, elections and public service.
In 2018, Rep. Kim Schrier, MD (D-Washington), became the first pediatrician elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. She made her decision to run based on national political efforts involving health care.
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