Bulova To Take Time Off for Outpatient Surgery

Sharon Bulova, chairwoman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, announced Monday that she will take some time off this month to seek medical treatment.

On her Facebook page, Bulova said she’ll take advantage of the Board of Supervisors’ August recess to undergo outpatient surgery to treat a thyroid problem. The procedure will involve the removal of a nodule on the side of her thyroid, along with part of the gland, she said.

In March, Bulova said she struggled with a paralyzed vocal cord, which affected her ability to speak. Her voice returned, but follow-up medical tests detected the nodule.

The chairman said she will stay in touch with her office and county staff during her time away.

“I look forward to being back in the saddle after the Labor Day holiday weekend and serving as your Chairman,” she said on her Facebook account.

Bulova, a Democrat, has served as chairwoman of the Board of Supervisors since winning a special election in 2009. Before that she served as supervisor of the Braddock District for more than 20 years after winning the seat in 1988.

Image: Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova (Fairfax County)