    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2006, Book II)]
    [August 1, 2006]
    [Page 1483]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Remarks to Reporters at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda,
    Maryland
    August 1, 2006

        The President. I'm just amazed at the health care here at Bethesda.
    The Admiral runs an amazing operation.
    And it's really important for our citizens to know that if one of our
    men and women get hurt on the battlefield, they're going to get
    incredibly good health care.
        And, Admiral, I can't thank you
    and your staff enough for serving the country with great dignity and
    class.
        Rear Adm. Robinson. Thank you very
    much.
        The President. Appreciate being here. God bless. Thank you.
        I'm doing fine; my health is fine. I probably ate too many birthday
    cakes.

    Note: The President spoke at 1:40 p.m. In his remarks, he referred to
    Rear Adm. Adam M. Robinson, Jr., USN, commander, National Naval Medical
    Center, and chief, Navy Medical Corps.