What are the most significant ways that New Hampshire has changed over the past 25 years?
New Hampshire has lost some of its rural charm, especially south of Concord. Growth, however, has resulted in a vibrant and dynamic economy with a highly educated population. Quality of life remains singularly positive in New Hampshire.
What are the most significant ways that health care and medicine have changed over the past 25 years?
Many of the State’s hospitals have acquired local physician practices leaving, in particular, relatively few independent primary care physicians.
The health care financing market is dominated by Blue Cross.
What Granite Stater(s) would you say inspired you? In what way?
Dr. Merwyn Bagan, who as a charismatic and highly respected physician, was able to lead independent physicians into participating in their own health plan.
What would you consider your favorite spot in New Hampshire and why?
The Balsams in Dixville Notch – beautiful, remote and old New Hampshire.
What would you like to see accomplished in New Hampshire over the next 25 years?
Low growth with economic prosperity and revitalization of the North Country.
