[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 135 (Wednesday, September 23, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2343]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING FIRST LIEUTENANT MICHAEL PARRISH--SCOTTSDALE HEALTHCARE'S 
                     ``SALUTE TO MILITARY'' HONOREE

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                         HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 23, 2009

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize a member of 
the Armed Forces from my home state of Arizona. Every month, Scottsdale 
Healthcare honors service members who perform diligent service to this 
country. For the month of August, they have recognized First Lieutenant 
Michael Parrish.
  I commend Scottsdale Healthcare for paying tribute to such an 
outstanding service member for his bravery and service to our country.
  Parrish joined the Army National Guard in 2001 to further his 
education and serve his country. After completing basic training, he 
provided medical coverage for cadets who were training at West Point 
Military Academy. During his tenure, 100 percent of the cadets finished 
the training without injury. This September, Parrish will deploy to 
Vicenza, Italy, to provide care to Army soldiers and families.
  In addition to his military work, Michael is an avid supporter of the 
Scottsdale Healthcare Military Partnership Training Program, which is 
designed to ensure military medical personnel have the necessary skills 
and experience to operate in a wartime setting. Without a doubt, his 
outstanding leadership and dedication contribute to the success of this 
very important program.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in recognizing the inspiring efforts of 
this courageous citizen who is serving our country and protecting the 
lives of his fellow service men and women in combat.

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