STAND. COM. REP. NO. 3930

Honolulu, Hawaii

RE: GOV. MSG. NO. 739

Honorable Ronald D. Kouchi

President of the Senate

Thirty-Second State Legislature

Regular Session of 2024

State of Hawaii

Sir:

Your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection, to which was referred Governor's Message No. 739, submitting for study and consideration the nomination of:

Hawaii Medical Board

G.M. No. 739

DANNY TAKANISHI, for a term to expire 06-30-2027,

begs leave to report as follows:

Your Committee reviewed the personal history, resume, and statement submitted by Danny Takanishi for service on the Hawaii Medical Board.

Your Committee received testimony in support of the nomination for the appointment of Danny Takanishi from the Hawaii Medical Board, Hawaii Medical Association, The Queen's Health System, John A. Burns School of Medicine of the University of Hawaiʻi (JABSOM), and two individuals.

Upon review of the testimony, your Committee finds that Dr. Takanishi's background, experience, and dedication to community service qualify him to be appointed to the Hawaii Medical Board as a physician member representing the City and County of Honolulu. Dr. Takanishi is a graduate of JABSOM and is a highly respected physician, educator, and leader with over thirty years of sustained and dedicated medical practice. Dr. Takanishi has worked as an attending surgeon at The Queen's Medical Center since 2002 and also serves as a tenured Professor of Surgery and the current Interim Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at JABSOM, having previously held a number of critical roles, including Program Director and Associate Chair of Surgery for Academic Affairs. Your Committee notes that Dr. Takanishi has previously served on the Hawaii Medical Board, including serving as its Chairperson. Dr. Takanishi is recognized by his peers as an eminently qualified medical professional with strong leadership skills and an ability to work well with others, and testifiers praised his commitment to protecting the health and well-being of the people of Hawaii. Your Committee finds that Dr. Takanishi's proven leadership on the Hawaii Medical Board and extensive background in medicine and surgery provides a thoughtful and considerate perspective that will continue to enhance the effectiveness of the Board. Your Committee therefore recommends that Danny Takanishi be appointed to the Hawaii Medical Board based on his experience, background, and dedication to his community.

As affirmed by the record of votes of the members of your Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection that is attached to this report, your Committee, after full consideration of the background, experience, and qualifications of the nominee, has found the nominee to be qualified for the position to which nominated and recommends that the Senate advise and consent to the nomination.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the members of the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection,

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JARRETT KEOHOKALOLE, Chair