[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 86 (Monday, June 17, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E895]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF DR. JIM TEDFORD

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                            HON. LOIS CAPPS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 17, 2013

  Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the retirement of Dr. 
Jim Tedford from San Luis Obispo, CA, who is a beloved pediatrician in 
the community.
   Dr. Jim Tedford has resided in San Luis Obispo County for over 30 
years. He graduated from UCLA Medical School in 1969 where he completed 
his residency at the Children's Hospital of Los Angeles. He then worked 
as a pediatrician at the Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, 
Washington, before opening his private practice in San Luis Obispo in 
1975.
   Beyond his medical practice, Dr. Tedford has a strong history of 
community engagement. He has participated in several prominent medical 
organizations including: the SLO County Medical Society, California 
Medical Association, Sierra Cascade Trauma Society, California Chapter 
2 of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the SLO Medical 
Foundation. Moreover, the First 5 of San Luis Obispo County has 
recognized him as a ``Champion of Health'' for his dedicated service.
   On a personal note, Jim has always extended a gracious hand when 
working together on issues of importance to our community. I am pleased 
to honor Dr. Tedford as we recognize his contributions to pediatric 
medicine and wish him nothing but continued success in his retirement.

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