[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 71 (Monday, May 20, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E843-E844]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO DR. STANLEY MARTIN HANFLING

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                            HON. TOM LANTOS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 20, 1996

  Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my deep sadness at 
the passing of Dr. Stanley Martin Hanfling, a long-time close friend 
and a prominent physician from Hillsborough, CA, in my congressional 
district. Dr. Hanfling dedicated his life to healing, to the 
advancement of medicine and to improving the health knowledge of our 
Nation as a whole. I wish to express my most heartfelt gratitude for 
his many years of friendship and service to the community. My sincerest 
condolences to his wonderful wife, Cecilia, his sister, Ruth Samuels, 
his cousin, Irma Leon, his two nephews, a niece, and a multitude of 
friends and patients.
  The San Francisco Peninsula will sorely miss the intelligence and 
expertise of this excellent physician. Until shortly before his death, 
Dr. Hanfling practiced internal medicine at his San Mateo office. He 
was on the staff at Peninsula, Mills, Sequoia, and San Mateo County 
hospitals. He dedicated many hours of his valuable time at several free 
clinics and taught health education classes at the College of San 
Mateo. These varied and extremely important posts which Dr. Hanfling 
held throughout his career made him an integral part of

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health care for people of all backgrounds and needs on the San 
Francisco Peninsula.
  Shortly after completing his medical training, Dr. Hanfling served 
his country with distinction as a captain in the U.S. Army at Valley 
Forge Army Hospital in Phoenixville, PA, during 1956 to 1958. While 
pursuing his demanding career, he remained active in the Army Reserve 
Medical Corps from 1958 to 1966.
  Dr. Hanfling was not only committed to serving all who sought his 
expertise through a hospital, doctor's office or free clinic, he was 
also committed to improving the health of his community through 
education. Dr. Hanfling hosted and produced 26 half-hour educational 
programs, part of a series entitled ``Medical Update'' which was 
broadcast on KCSM-TV in San Mateo. These programs addressed a wide 
range of subjects, including coronary artery disease, birth control, 
exercise and health, health policy, cancer, and venereal disease. These 
far-reaching programs earned Dr. Hanfling an award from the American 
Medical Association for educational TV and radio programs.
  Music was Dr. Hanfling's passion outside of medicine. Here, too, he 
sought to share his enjoyment of music with the community and promote 
the talents of local musicians. For two decades he opened his home to 
musicians and guests for an extensive series of chamber music and 
recitals that were regularly attended by friends, acquaintances and 
patients. Dr. Hanfling also sponsored the careers of several promising 
local musicians, including the up-and-coming Aurora String Quartet.
  Mr. Speaker, as we say goodby to Dr. Hanfling, we are reminded of the 
difference one dedicated individual can make through his professional 
and extracurricular pursuits. I consider myself extremely fortunate to 
be among the many individuals who benefited from his wisdom and 
kindness. Stanley, we all send you our love and appreciation.

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