Drs. Joyce and Murphy Welcome Dr. Kennedy as Next Co-Chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus

Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Members of the GOP Doctors Caucus elected Dr. Mike Kennedy (UT-3) to serve as the next co-chair in the 120th Congress, alongside Dr. John Joyce, during its weekly meeting. Dr. Kennedy was elected by unanimous consent.

“First, I’d like to extend my sincere appreciation to my good friend Dr. Greg Murphy for his leadership, dedication, and influence in shaping this caucus’s legacy,” said Congressman John Joyce, M.D. “It has been an absolute honor and privilege to serve as co-chair alongside Dr. Greg Murphy for the past two years. In the 120th Congress, I’m pleased to welcome Dr. Mike Kennedy to serve alongside me as the next co-chair. Dr. Kennedy has been a loyal and active member of this caucus, and I have full confidence in his ability to step into this role with fresh insights and new ideas. His background and expertise as a dedicated family doctor will be invaluable as we continue our fight on behalf of America’s patients.”

“I congratulate Congressman Mike Kennedy on his unanimous election as the next co-chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus,” said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. “It has been a privilege to serve as co-chair of this influential caucus and work alongside my colleagues to advance patient-centered health care policies. As a fellow physician, I know Mike shares a commitment to putting patients first, lowering health care costs, and ensuring physicians have a meaningful voice in shaping our nation's health care system. I wish him all the best in this new role.”

“I am grateful to my colleagues for unanimously electing me to co-chair the GOP Doctors Caucus,” said Congressman Mike Kennedy, M.D. “Fighting for pro-patient, lower cost, common-sense healthcare policy is a top priority for me, both as a physician and a lawmaker. As co-chair, I will work alongside these seasoned healthcare professionals to elevate the influence of the Doc Caucus and give our members the meaningful voice and seat at the table they deserve in shaping health care policy.” 

Background on the GOP Doctors Caucus

Established in 2009, the GOP Doctors Caucus is composed of Republican members of Congress with medical and health care provider backgrounds dedicated to patient-centered health care policy. The caucus serves as a strong voice for patients and physicians and provides meaningful guidance to congressional Republican leadership. It is committed to improving the quality, access and affordability of health care for all Americans.

Background on New Co-Chair Dr. Mike Kennedy

Congressman Mike Kennedy, M.D., was raised by a single mother alongside his six siblings in Michigan. From a young age, Mike learned the value of hard work, starting his first job at just 12 years old—a foundation that would shape his adult life.

Dr. Kennedy served a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and upon his return, he earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Brigham Young University. He then pursued his medical degree at Michigan State University, becoming a dedicated family physician. His passion for helping others led him back to Brigham Young University to pursue a law degree, driven by a desire to better advocate for his patients and ensure they received the best care possible.

Throughout his 35-year marriage to his wife, Katrina, Dr. Kennedy has raised eight children and now delights in his role as a grandfather to 12.

With a lifelong commitment to service, Congressman Kennedy has served in both the Utah House and Senate while maintaining his family medicine practice. He was sworn into the United States House of Representatives in January 2025, where he is focused on restoring fiscal responsibility, securing America’s borders, and pushing back against federal overreach.

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