Markintosh Barthelemy, MD, MBA, and John Kulin, DO, FACEP, FCUCM appeared before the New Jersey State House Committee to provide testimony as lawmakers considered A5156 and related healthcare policy measures.
Drawing on their extensive experience in urgent care, Dr. Barthelemy and Dr. Kulin shared firsthand perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing providers across New Jersey. Their testimony highlighted the critical role urgent care centers play in delivering timely, accessible, and cost-effective care while addressing the evolving needs of patients and communities.
By bringing practical, patient-centered insights to the discussion, both physicians helped inform policymakers about the real-world impact of proposed legislation on healthcare delivery. Their expertise underscored the importance of ensuring that urgent care providers have a voice in shaping policies that affect patient access, quality of care, and the sustainability of healthcare services throughout the state.
As the committee continues its evaluation of A5156 and related measures, the testimony provided by Dr. Barthelemy and Dr. Kulin serves as an important reminder that effective healthcare policy is strengthened by the experiences of clinicians working directly with patients every day.
Their participation reflects an ongoing commitment to advocating for policies that support accessible, high-quality healthcare for New Jersey residents while ensuring that the perspectives of urgent care providers—and the patients they serve—remain central to the conversation.