Philippe Couillard is a Canadian politician and physician who served as the 31st Premier of Quebec from 2014 to 2018. He is a member of the Quebec Liberal Party and has held various positions in the provincial government, including Minister of Health and Social Services. Couillard was born on June 26, 1957, in Montreal. Before entering politics, Couillard had a successful career in medicine, specializing in neurosurgery. He earned his medical degree from Laval University and practiced for several years. Couillard's leadership focused on economic development, healthcare reform, and education during his time as Premier.