AUSTIN The political advocacy arm of the Texas Academy of Family Physicians Texas largest physician specialty organization has endorsed Jose Rodriguez for the Texas Senate District 29.
Now perhaps more than ever before Texas needs qualified individuals in the Texas Senate who understand the complex health care challenges facing our communities" said Lloyd Van Winkle M.D. TAFPPAC Chairman. Family Physicians are supporting Jose Rodriguez because he will fight for affordable quality health insurance that is accessible to Texas families."
Joses position on health care is clear:
- Jose will fight for affordable health insurance options for individuals and small businesses;
- Jose will improve our Medicaid and CHIP programs to ensure patients have access to timely quality care;
- Jose will protect patients and health care professionals from the abusive tactics of health insurance companies;
- Jose will strengthen our public health safety net by improving childhood
immunization rates and addressing Texas childhood obesity epidemic; and
- Jose will cut unnecessary administrative hassles paperwork and waste from our health care system.
The spirited debate on health care funding and access to affordable health insurance coverage will continue next legislative session and much is at stake for our patients" Van Winkle said.
Jose Rodriguez will ensure our health care dollars are spent efficiently and will
be a steadfast advocate for our patients" said Van Winkle.
The
Texas Academy of Family Physicians the states largest medical specialty organization representing more than 5000 family physicians residents and medical students promotes and assures the maintenance of high-quality health care.
It provides its members with a unified voice for family medicine and continues to be one of the most patient-oriented public health-focused organizations in Texas.
be a steadfast advocate for our patients" said Van Winkle.
The Texas Academy of Family Physicians the states largest medical specialty organization representing more than 5000 family physicians residents and medical students promotes and assures the maintenance of high-quality health care.
It provides its members with a unified voice for family medicine and continues to be one of the most patient-oriented public health-focused organizations in Texas.
