HEALTH · TN · 1985-1995
James E. Word
State Health Officer · Tennessee
Background
Tennessee's State Health Officer 1985–1995: James E. Word — 10-year tenure. Took office after Eugene W. Fowinkle (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Same-year political environment (1985): Governor Lamar Alexander.
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Others who held this office in Tennessee
- Eugene W. Fowinkle (1976-1984)
- R. H. Hutcheson Jr. (1962-1976)
- R. H. Hutcheson (1944-1962)