[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 81 (Tuesday, June 2, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1274-E1275]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN HONOR OF GERALD OEHLER, M.D.

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 2, 2009

  Mr. FARR. Madam Speaker, for more than 50 years, Dr. Gerald Oehler 
has dedicated his life and his work to the care and well being of his 
patients. Born January 29, 1933 in Harvey, North Dakota, Dr. Oehler's 
well rounded medical education came from Kansas University Medical 
Center, where he was trained in several specialties and gained the 
broad-based knowledge that would become his hallmark. Graduating from 
medical school in 1958, Dr. Oehler put his skills to work for his 
country, enjoying a distinguished career in the United States Navy.
  Named to the staff at Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System in 
1966 and Board Certified in 1973, Dr. Oehler's practice was dedicated 
to the entire patient. In his four decades at Salinas Valley Memorial, 
his surgical and family practice touched the lives of thousands in the 
Salinas Valley and Monterey Peninsula. Dr. Oehler's specialty was the 
patient, his practice in the operating room, at bedside or in his 
medical office. Regardless of the location, his knowledge and 
experience touched and saved lives.

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  While witness to many changes in medical techniques and styles, Dr. 
Oehler showed a remarkable ability to adapt, and to keep his focus on 
patient-based medicine. His legacy will long remain a testament to that 
focus.
  Dr. Gerald Oehler became Physician Emeritus at Salinas Valley 
Memorial Healthcare System on June 1, 2007. His dedication and 
professionalism will remain as an inspiration to all who follow.

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