David Shulkin
Former secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs in the Trump administration. He discusses his experience with political interference and the challenges of serving in the Trump administration.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 23min
Meidas Health: Former VA Secretary Dr. David Shulkin on America’s Health Care Crisis
Dr. David Shulkin, former U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shares his expertise on America's healthcare crisis. He argues for comprehensive reform instead of temporary subsidies, highlighting the bipartisan failure to create a long-term solution. Shulkin explains the pervasive impact of steep premium increases and discusses the pros and cons of Health Savings Accounts, emphasizing that they alone won't solve affordability issues. He also stresses the need for price transparency and consumer accountability in healthcare shopping.
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Apr 23, 2024 • 51min
Ep 43: Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David Shulkin on Transforming the VA & Getting Public-Private Partnerships Right
Former Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David Shulkin discusses innovating within the VA, access to healthcare for veterans, setting priorities as a leader, EHR rollout, successful startups in the VA, changes in medical education, applications of AI in healthcare, and more with hosts Jacob and Nikhil.
Oct 24, 2019 • 27min
A Victim of the Shadow Government
David J. Shulkin, former Secretary of Veterans Affairs during the Trump administration, reflects on his turbulent tenure, marked by political interference. He shares insights into the 'dual path of decision-making' in the White House that complicated his role and led to his downfall. Shulkin also discusses the complex dynamics of privatizing veteran healthcare, revealing the tension between veterans' choices and the effectiveness of the VA system. His experiences echo the struggles of diplomats navigating a similar political landscape.
