[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 153 (Wednesday, October 10, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2114]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  CONGRATULATIONS TO BARBARA ROSSMANN

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 10, 2007

  Mr. LEVIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Barbara 
Rossmann as she receives the 2007 ``Alexander Macomb Citizen of the 
Year'' award from the March of Dimes.
  This award goes to the heart of what Barbara Rossmann means to health 
care in southeast Michigan. She is a leader and visionary in the field 
of health care. Her commitment to building relationships and 
partnerships, as well as her determination to create a superior 
environment for patients and families, has led to numerous advancements 
in our local health care system.
  Barbara Rossmann joined St. Joseph's Healthcare in 1999 as executive 
vice president and chief operating officer. She was appointed president 
and chief executive officer in 2004. Since assuming this role, Barbara 
Rossmann has led the implementation of a $30 million expansion project 
at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, as well as a multi-
million dollar investment in integrated computer systems. With these 
systems and the implementation of evidence-based processes, Henry Ford 
Macomb Hospital is providing patients and physicians with the nation's 
most advanced care and safety environment through an electronic medical 
record.
  In July 2007, Ms. Rossmann helped lead the St. Joseph's Healthcare 
transition from joint ownership by Trinity Health and Henry Ford Health 
System to full ownership by Henry Ford Health System. With this change, 
Ms. Rossmann was named president and CEO of Henry Ford Macomb 
Hospitals, which encompasses the former St. Joseph's Healthcare as well 
as the former Henry Ford Bi-County Hospital, now Henry Ford Macomb 
Hospital--Warren Campus.
  Her commitment to the southeast Michigan region extends beyond her 
work through Henry Ford Macomb Hospitals, She is a board member of the 
Sterling Heights Chamber and Macomb Community Bank. She serves on 
Macomb County's County Health Plan Board and as committee co-chair of 
Focus, Macomb's Education & Workforce Development Committee. A long-
time supporter of the American Heart Association, she serves on the 
leadership committees for the American Heart Walk and the Go Red for 
Women initiative.
  Madam Speaker, it has been my pleasure to work alongside Barbara on 
issues relating to health care and as varied as higher education and 
local transportation. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing 
Barbara Rossmann for her commitment to excellence, as well as her 
professional and personal devotion to her community.

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