Becker's Healthcare October 23, 2024
Kelly Gooch

Several health policy leaders and health professionals will depart Congress after this term, and multiple individuals in the industry have a chance at winning House seats, Politico reported on Oct. 23.

Those who will step down from their posts after serving the remainder of their term, which concludes in January, include Reps. Larry Bucshon, MD (R-Ind.), a cardiothoracic surgeon; Michael Burgess, MD (R-Texas), an OB-GYN; and Brad Wenstrup, DPM (R-Ohio), a podiatrist.

While the lawmakers will take with them expertise and institutional knowledge, several individuals with healthcare experience are vying for House seats, according to Politico.

Here is a list of those candidates, alongside the seat they are vying for, per the publication:

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