STAND. COM. REP. NO. 2141

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NOS. 614, 616, 619

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirtieth State Legislature

Regular Session of 2019

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health, to which was referred Governor's Message Nos. 614, 616, and 619, submitting for study and consideration the nominations of:

Hawai'i Medical Board

G.M. No. 614	PETER HALFORD, for a term to expire 06-30-2022;
G.M. No. 616	MICHAEL JAFFE, for a term to expire 06-30-2023; and
G.M. No. 619	DARREN EGAMI, for a term to expire 06-30-2022,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal histories, resumes, and statements submitted by Peter Halford, Michael Jaffe, and Darren Egami for service on the Hawaii Medical Board.

PETER HALFORD

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Peter Halford from the Hawaii Medical Board, The Queen's Health Systems, University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Halford's background, experience, and proven leadership on the Hawaii Medical Board qualify him for reappointment to the Hawaii Medical Board as a surgeon member. Your Committee notes that Dr. Halford has been licensed in Hawaii since 1972 and is a board-certified surgeon. Dr. Halford has held a number of positions with The Queen's Medical Center, including Vice-Chief and Chief of Staff, and currently serves as chairperson for the Credentials Committee, which requires him to be familiar with the license requirements and scope of practice for physicians. Dr. Halford has also been on faculty at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine for twenty-five years, where he currently serves as the Director of Surgical Education. Your Committee further finds that Dr. Halford has been a member of the Hawaii Medical Board since July 2014, and his professional experience and background in credentialing and peer review continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. Halford be reappointed to the Hawaii Medical Board based on his background and commitment to public service.

MICHAEL JAFFE

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Michael Jaffe from the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Jaffe's background, experience, and dedication to the community qualify him for appointment to the Hawaii Medical Board as an osteopathic physician member. Your Committee notes that Dr. Jaffe is semi-retired after twenty-one years of practice at Kaiser Permanente San Diego, is board-certified by the American College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and has been licensed in Hawaii since June 2017. Dr. Jaffe is an osteopathic physician who specializes in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and pain management and is currently in private practice at Hawaii Brain and Spine. Dr. Jaffe also regularly performs lectures at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and local hospitals concerning safe opiate prescribing practices. Dr. Jaffe is also actively engaged in his community, including serving as a Cub Scout leader in Kailua. Your Committee further finds that Dr. Jaffe has a thorough understanding of the role and responsibilities of board members and his experience and insights will be assets to the Hawaii Medical Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. Jaffe be appointed to the Hawaii Medical Board based on his knowledge and commitment to public service.

DARREN EGAMI

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the reappointment of Darren Egami from the Hawaii Medical Board and Urgent Care West Maui.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Egami's experience, background, and proven leadership on the Hawaii Medical Board qualify him for reappointment to the Hawaii Medical Board as a physician member. Your Committee notes that Dr. Egami is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certification in sports medicine, who is in private practice on Maui and has been licensed in Hawaii since 1994. Dr. Egami previously served as Medical Staff President of the Aloha Surgery Center for twelve years, and prior to that, served as Chief of Staff at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Egami is also actively involved in his professional organizations, including serving as the former President of the Maui County Medical Society and the Hawaii Orthopaedic Association. Your Committee further finds that Dr. Egami has been a member of the Hawaii Medical Board since November 2014, and his insight and experience as a neighbor island surgeon specializing in orthopedics continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Dr. Egmai be reappointed to the Hawaii Medical Board based on his background and commitment to public service.

As affirmed by the records of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health that are attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominees, has found the nominees to be qualified for the positions to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nominations.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection, and Health,

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ROSALYN H. BAKER, Chair