[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 95 (Wednesday, June 23, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1177]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            TRIBUTE TO CHAMPLAIN VALLEY PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL

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                         HON. WILLIAM L. OWENS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 23, 2010

  Mr. OWENS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Champlain 
Valley Physicians Hospital of Plattsburgh, New York in the wake of the 
100th anniversary of the admission of the facility's first patient on 
June 22, 1910.
  CVPH was created in 1972 by the merger of Physicians Hospital with 
Champlain Valley Hospital. This association of private and charitable 
hospitals increased the level of access to quality health care for our 
community, and the CVPH Medical Center has remained the foundation of 
Plattsburgh's health for decades.
  CVPH, through its board, management and employees, has proved their 
dedication to our community's health by instituting ambitious programs 
to expand their services. In their relentless mission to provide our 
region with education, awareness, and strength--in addition to the gold 
standard of health care for which they are known--the Champlain Valley 
Physicians Hospital is a vital part of our community that cannot be 
replaced.
  CVPH has always endeavored to find new ways to increase and expand 
the level of care it offers. From advanced cardiology services and 
mental health care to its community outreach efforts, our facility 
knows that the best approach to the overall health of an area involves 
every part of every individual.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to offer my sincere congratulations to 
the Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital on their 100th anniversary, as 
well as my undying appreciation for the consistent level of service 
they provide our region.

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