Dr. Yacht initially served as a general practitioner prior to
joining Florida's public health system in 1987.  He retired
after 20 years of service as Director of the Pasco County
Health Department.

During his tenure his accomplishments included bringing
dental services to needy populations, increasing primary
care services to the people of Pasco County, improving
health department facilities, and improving relationships with
community leaders and human service providers.

Dr. Yacht advocates a National System of Health care that
would provide universal medical coverage. He writes
frequent editorials on health and human service issues, h
as
served
as Editor in Chief of the Florida Medical Association
quarterly magazine and volunteers at the CARE's Senior
Clinic.  
He has recently published two books containing short
stories, plays and poetry


Dr. Yacht enjoys writing, tennis, photography and sailing.  He
has three grown children and lives with his wife  in Hudson,
Florida

Dr. Yacht is available to speak on health and health related
issues and can be reached at marc@marcyacht.com.
Marc J. Yacht MD, MPH
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