David Satcher

David Satcher (pronounced: DAY-vid SAH-cher) is an American physician, public health administrator, and educator. He served as the 16th Surgeon General of the United States from 1998 to 2002, and the 10th Assistant Secretary for Health from 1998 to 2001.

Etymology

The name "David" is of Hebrew origin, meaning "beloved". The surname "Satcher" is of English origin, but its exact meaning is unknown.

Career

Satcher's career has been marked by his efforts to improve public health policy and to reduce disparities in health care. He has held numerous leadership positions, including director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and administrator of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR).

Education

Satcher earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Morehouse College in Atlanta in 1963. He went on to earn an MD and PhD from Case Western Reserve University in 1970. He also holds numerous honorary degrees.

Public Health Contributions

Satcher has made significant contributions to the field of public health. He launched the Healthy People 2010 initiative, which set health objectives for the nation to achieve over the first decade of the new century. He also issued the first Surgeon General's report on mental health, which presented a comprehensive national action plan for improving mental health services.

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