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January 28, 2019
Representative John M Mizuno, Chair
Committee on Health
Hawaii State Capitol
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Dear Chair Mizuno and Committee Members:
Re: HB 527 Relating to the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
Hearing Date: January 29, 2019 — 8:30 AM; House Conference Room 329
Thank you for this opportunity to support the creation of a full-time catheterization
laboratory at Hilo Medical Center (HMC).
For better or worse, over the past few years, I have developed an ongoing and personal
relationship with HMC and a number of other medical institutions. HMC has given me excellent
service, and Hawaii should be very pleased with the quality of care it provides. However, it
could do even more if more resources were available, and better cardiac care has been
identified as a priority.
Please act favorably on HB 527.
Respectfully submitted,
Harry Kim
Mayor, County of Hawaii
County of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.