MCG’s Center for Digital Health saving lives across Georgia
“We all want the same thing in health care: accessibility, affordability and quality. Telehealth gives us the opportunity to have all three," said U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter.
The Office of Government Relations works with local, state and federal officials to advocate for the interests and needs of Augusta University and its community. We build and maintain strategic relationships with government stakeholders and inform them about our institutional goals and imperatives. We also monitor and analyze legislation and policy that affect our academic, research and health care missions.
Government Relations
Health Sciences Campus
AA 2000C
Capitol Office
Paul D. Coverdell Legislative Office Building
18 Capitol Square SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
Room 113
“We all want the same thing in health care: accessibility, affordability and quality. Telehealth gives us the opportunity to have all three," said U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter.
Over the past 12 years, Government Relations at Augusta University has recruited more than 20 outstanding students to participate in internships at the U.S. Capitol.
U.S. Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter, State Sen. Ben Watson and State Rep. Mark Newton were honored as 2025 Legislative Champions by AU’s Medical College of Georgia.
“Theirs is a journey of compassion for all, dedication to education and a bold vision to guide AU and our entire region forward,” says Henry Ingram.