[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 117 (Friday, August 2, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1488]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO ANTONIO D. MARTIN

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 1996

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, Brooklyn-born Antonio ``Tony'' D. Martin 
attended Boston University and the New School for Social Research where 
he earned his masters degree in health science administration and 
policy. He began his career in health care 13 years ago at the 
Metropolitan Hospital Center in New York and later moved to Kings 
County Hospital Center in Brooklyn. Since 1991, he has served as the 
executive director of the East New York Diagnostic and Treatment Center 
[ENYD&TC] transforming it into a fully accredited New York State 
article 28 health center.
  Mr. Martin's success is largely attributed to his belief in teamwork, 
which has resulted in the expansion and strengthening of the ENYD&TC's 
role in the East New York community. Through his leadership, the center 
has actively collaborated with various churches, schools, and community 
organizations to create and launch health care programs such as: breast 
health and mammography services; medical and dental clinics; child 
adolescent mental health clinics; family-based mental health clinics; 
HIV/AIDS counseling, testing, and education; and mental health services 
for the homebound. His newest endeavor, a school-based health center 
placed in local Beacon schools, will provide primary care, mental 
health, and dental services to students and community residents. In 
addition to his role as executive director, Mr. Martin serves as a 
mentor and role model to youth. As a result of this personal 
commitment, he is a highly popular speaker on both health and youth 
issues.
  Mr. Martin's ability and achievements have been recognized by various 
organizations and elected officials such as the Lions Club; Rosetta 
Gaston Foundation; People Alliance Community Organization; Grace 
Baptist Church of Christ; Reeder Youth Care; Congressman Edolphus 
``Ed'' Towns; Assemblymen Clarence Norman, Jr., Nick Perry, and Darryl 
Towns; and former mayor David Dinkins.
  His accomplishments are a testament to his commitment to improve both 
the quality of life and health for Brooklyn residents. I am pleased to 
introduce him to my House colleagues.

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