Government Affairs
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GCA serves as the primary liaison between the Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons, the College of Dental Medicine, the Mailman School of Public Health, and the School of Nursing before the federal, state, and local governments. GCA keeps deans, faculty, students and departmental administrators abreast of legislative and regulatory developments impacting their respective fields. The office advocates for and represents the Medical Center's interests on matters before the legislature, and represents the Medical Center in various professional organizations to promote and advance its mission. GCA also maintains relations with elected officials and key stakeholders to emphasize the values and contributions that CUIMC brings to our neighbors, city, state, national, and international communities.
Please contact us if you plan or would like to engage elected officials or other senior policy officials.