John Armstrong Staying as Florida Surgeon General

Gov. Rick Scott said on Monday that Dr. John Armstrong will stay on in his administration as Florida surgeon general and secretary of the Florida Department of Health (DOH).

As a medical professional and expert in public health preparedness, Dr. Armstrong has dedicated his life to serving others, Scott said on Monday. He has been a great leader at DOH, and has worked each day to support public health goals, link Floridians to needed health care services, and educate communities on good health habits. Dr. Armstrong has also taken every possible step to ensure our state and hospitals are fully prepared to handle any potential cases of Ebola. I am confident he will continue to work toward improving the health and wellness of our state as we make Florida the best place to live, work and raise a family.

It is an honor to have the opportunity to continue my service to the state of Florida as state surgeon general and secretary of DOH, Armstrong said. We are committed to working with Gov. Scott and communities across the state in order to protect and promote the health of all Floridians.

Armstrong was named to his current post back in April 2012.