[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 132 (Wednesday, October 9, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1802]
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                  PAYING TRIBUTE TO DR. BURTIS NUTTING

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 9, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct privilege to pay tribute 
to Dr. Burtis ``Doc'' Nutting of Glenwood Springs, Colorado before this 
body of Congress and this nation. Dr. Nutting has recently turned 100 
years old and, as he and his family celebrate this momentous occasion, 
I would like to recognize him for his fascinating career and the 
incredible contributions he has made to the community of Glenwood 
Springs.
  Dr. Nutting was born in Delta, Colorado on September 15, 1902. He 
studied pre-med at Western State College in Gunnison and then graduated 
from the University of Colorado Medical School in 1929. Dr. Nutting 
moved to Glenwood Springs after he caught word that the local doctor in 
the city had passed away and the community needed a new physician.
  Dr. Nutting had a vigorous work ethic throughout his career, working 
seven days a week and constantly on call throughout the evenings, 
determined to be available to all his patients. He also maintained 
personal friendships with his patients and he ran his office 
accordingly. He made certain that all patients in need received the 
best medical care available and nobody was turned away, regardless of 
their financial situation. On many occasions, Dr. Nutting accepted 
payments made with chickens, farm animals, and vegetables from patients 
who had no other means of compensation.
  Among Dr. Nutting's most noted accomplishments were his contributions 
in the fundraising and construction of a larger, more modern hospital 
for the City of Glenwood Springs. The hospital was completed in 1955, 
providing the city with up-to-date facilities and more room to 
accommodate the city's growing population. Due to the hands-on way in 
which he did his job and the endless, heartfelt concern for his 
patients, Dr. Nutting became somewhat of a celebrity over the years. 
His age and his years of dedication and service to the City of Glenwood 
Springs have made him into an icon of community involvement.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a distinct honor to recognize Dr. Burtis Nutting 
before this body of Congress and this nation in commemoration of his 
100th birthday. Dr. Nutting and his family can be proud of his 
achievements and the years of irreplaceable service he has given to the 
City of Glenwood Springs. I hope his years ahead will be as rewarding 
and endearing as the one hundred he has been blessed with thus far. 
Congratulations, Doc!

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