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Bureau of Medical Services

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote and safeguard the health and well-being of America's diplomatic community and to facilitate the diplomatic efforts of the Department of State.

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Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Richard Otto

Offices & Programs

U.S. Department of State

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