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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Introduction and overview of OCME's mission
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Dr. Jason Graham, Chief Medical Examiner for New York City, introduces the Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) and its mission to protect public health and serve impartial justice through high-quality forensic science and medicine. He acknowledges the ongoing support from the city council and introduces his colleagues in attendance.
- OCME's mission is grounded in core values known as OCME Cares
- The agency has faced significant challenges since the COVID-19 pandemic
- Dr. Graham emphasizes the dedication of OCME employees to their mission
Jason Graham
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Good afternoon Chair Schulman, Chair Lee, members of the Committee on Health and the Committee on Mental Health, Disabilities and Addiction.
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On behalf of the Office of Chief Medical Examiner or the OCME, I appreciate the opportunity to testify today.
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We value your leadership and ongoing support in our mission to serve New York City's communities in times of profound need.
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My name is Jason Graham.
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I'm the chief medical examiner for the City Of New York.
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In attendance with me from the OCME are Yvonne Williams, our deputy commissioner of administration finance, and Nicholas Schultz, chief operating officer and deputy commissioner of forensic operations and investigations.
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And we look forward to providing an update on our budget and our activities today and answering your questions.
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Since we last met in these chambers one year ago, much has changed and much remains the same.
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One constant is the steadfast dedication of our employees to the OCME mission, to protect public health and serve impartial justice 20 by providing the highest quality forensic science and medicine.
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While not always easy, this singular focus is grounded and propelled by the core values of OCME Cares.