[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 101 (Tuesday, June 20, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1293]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    A TRIBUTE TO DR. RAYMOND SCHULTZE

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                            HON. JERRY LEWIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 20, 1995
  Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to your 
attention the fine work and outstanding public service of Dr. Raymond 
Schultze of Tarzana, CA. Dr. Schultze, a dedicated medical 
professional, is retiring after 36 years of service to UCLA.
  Dr. Schultze received his bachelor's and medical degrees from 
Washington University in St. Louis and was twice selected as a U.S. 
Public Health Fellow. He first came to UCLA in 1959 for his internship 
and residency and has served in a wide variety of roles over the years 
including chief of UCLA's Division of Nephrology, executive vice 
chairman of UCLA's Department of Medicine, and associate dean for 
administration of the UCLA School of Medicine. From 1986 to 1991, Dr. 
Shcultze served the UCLA campus as its administrative vice chancellor 
while concurrently serving as director of the medical center.
  In his 15 years as director of one of America's finest hospitals, Dr. 
Schultze has guided the institution through the ever-changing health 
care environment to a position of international prominence. Dr. 
Schultze's distinctive combination of business acumen, medical 
knowledge, commitment to the community, and concern for patients have 
been crucial components in the UCLA Medical Center being consistently 
ranked in surveys as the best hospital in the West.
  Whether testifying before the Senate Finance Committee on the impact 
of managed care on teaching hospitals, meeting with a small group of 
UCLA Medical Center nurses to hear their suggestions for improving 
patient-focused care, consulting with hospital directors in western 
Africa, or leading UCLA's effort to trim the budget while improving the 
quality of patient care--Dr. Schultze has demonstrated his willingness 
to improving health care at UCLA, in the United States, and around the 
world.
  Mr. Speaker, running a large academic medical center in today's 
marketplace is a tremendously challenging task. Throughout his 
remarkable career, Dr. Raymond Schultze has provided outstanding 
leadership, skill, and expertise leaving a rich legacy for the future 
of the UCLA Medical Center. I ask that you join me, our colleagues, and 
Dr. Schultze's friends and family in recognizing his fine achievements 
and selfless contributions. He has touched the lives of many people and 
it is only fitting that the House of Representatives recognize him 
today.


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