[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 68 (Thursday, May 26, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E]
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[Congressional Record: May 26, 1994]
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                         HONORING DR. AGIM LEKA

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                          HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 26, 1994

  Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, on June 3d in my home borough of the Bronx, a 
health care center is being opened to serve the needs of the local 
Albanian American population.
  The driving force behind this effort is Dr. Agim Leka, who has long 
dreamed of helping his fellow Albanians receive access to quality 
medical care. Together with Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center, Dr. Leka 
has forged a unique alliance that will make his dream a reality. I 
commend Dr. Leka for the dedication he has shown to his people.
  Many Albanians, because of their long cultural history of oppression, 
hesitate to utilize modern health are services. They often rely on home 
remedies, or no treatment at all, instead of seeking medical 
intervention. The solution is placing doctors in the community who can 
communicate with and gain the trust of the people. this is exactly what 
Dr. Leka is doing by founding the Albanian American Health Center.
  The administration of Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center also deserve 
commendation for reaching out to a community with specific health care 
needs. I foresee many good works coming from this innovative alliance, 
and I wish Dr. Leka and his associates much success in this important 
endeavor.

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