[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 121 (Friday, September 5, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1707]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN HONOR OF THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF DALLAS SOUTHWEST OSTEOPATHIC 
                            PHYSICIANS INC.

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                           HON. MARTIN FROST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 4, 2003

  Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize Dallas 
Southwest Osteopathic Physicians Inc., as it celebrates its 20th 
anniversary.
  In 1983, a group of doctors at Stevens Park Osteopathic Hospital 
decided to form a social welfare organization with the noble intention 
of investing in charitable causes in the Dallas community. With $7 
million in hand, the doctors invested their money, the returns on which 
led to large contributions to medicine, education, and community 
development initiatives. Over 20 years, the organization doubled its 
assets and has since contributed more than $12 million in grants, 
scholarships, and financial assistance, to numerous community projects.
  The Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians have granted gifts to 
organizations and individuals in nearly every facet of life. Among 
their many gifts to the community, the Physicians have granted gifts to 
build a community center at the Oak Cliff YMCA; construct a playground 
for the handicapped; establish a Fire Safety House for the Dallas Fire 
Department; start a Bookmobile for the Dallas Public Library; and 
establish the Endowed Chair in Clinical Geriatrics at UNT Health 
Science Center at Fort Worth.
  By benefiting the truly needy and encouraging philanthropy in Dallas, 
the physicians have made a significant and indelible imprint on 
Southwest Dallas.
  Mr. Speaker, Dallas Southwest Osteopathic Physicians Inc. has helped 
over 150 beneficiaries over 20 years. I know my colleagues will join me 
in honoring them today, and wishing them the very best in their 
continuing efforts.

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