[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 102 (Thursday, June 19, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1277]
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                        TRIBUTE TO KEITH LAFFMAN

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                     HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2008

  Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I rise before you today to honor 
Keith Laffman on his eight years of dedicated service to the Office of 
the Attending Physician (OAP). Prior to his position at the OAP, Keith 
served as a physical therapist in the United States Navy, training at 
Fort Sam Houston in Texas, and then stationed at the Bethesda Navy 
Medical Center.
   Working as a Physical Therapy Technician in the OAP since November 
of 2000, Keith has consistently maintained close working relationships 
with the patients he serves. His dedication to his work and patients, 
along with his ability to organize and manage, made him a competent and 
effective office manager during much of his tenure at the OAP.
  Keith is an integral part of the team in the Attending Physician's 
office. As a person who has broken many bones and suffered multiple 
injuries, I can attest to the fact that Keith is one of the most 
professional, caring, and healing physical therapists I have ever 
worked with during my time as a patient. In addition to providing basic 
care to a wide variety of patients, the Office of Attending Physician 
provides a broad spectrum of services, including emergency evaluations, 
flu vaccinations, physician referrals, and occupational exams and 
certifications. Eight separate health units in Congressional and other 
federal buildings ensure that the OAP is able to provide convenient and 
quality health care around the Hill.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me today to honor Keith 
Laffman for his committed service to his patients, from visitors and 
staff to high ranking government officials. It is with great pride that 
I congratulate Keith for his work at the Office of Attending Physician 
and his continued exemplary service to our Nation.

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