[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 19 (Tuesday, February 8, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E167]
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                    RECOGNITION OF MR. JOEL ALLISON

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 8, 2011

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, February 17, 2011 
marks the 9th Annual Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award luncheon. 
On this day, the award will be bestowed upon a dedicated leader in the 
Dallas community, Mr. Joel Allison. Mr. Allison will be presented the 
award by Dr. Ann Stuart, Chancellor and President of Texas Woman's 
University and the Bank of Texas.
  In 2002, the award was established in honor of notable Dallasite 
Virginia Chandler Dykes, a health care provider committed to 
professional and civic achievements in her public service through 
helping others. Past award recipients include: Kathleen Mason, 2010; 
Caroline Rose Hunt, 2009; T. Boone Pickens, 2008; Lindalyn Adams, 2007; 
Dr. and Mrs. Kern Wildenthal, 2006; Gretchen Minyard Williams and J.L. 
``Sonny'' Williams, 2005; Geraldine ``Tincy'' Miller, 2004; and Susan 
and Charles Cooper, 2003.
  Mr. Allison has been with Baylor Health Care System (BHCS) since 1993 
and was promoted from Chief Operating Officer to Chief Executive 
Officer in 2000. Under his visionary leadership, Baylor remains as a 
trusted health care system where patients can go to receive safe, 
compassionate, quality health care. BHCS has been ranked by US News as 
one of the best hospitals in the country for their care and treatment 
of kidney disorders, gastroenterology, and their rehabilitation 
services.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Mr. Allison for stellar leadership in the 
delivery of health care. Both he and Mrs. Dykes are a testament to the 
types of role models who inspire us to give our best in all that we do.

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