[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 121 (Wednesday, July 29, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1187]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO DR. SUSAN BECK

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 29, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Dr. Susan Beck for being named a 2015 Woman of Influence 
honoree by the award-winning central Iowa publication, the Des Moines 
Business Record.
  Since 2000, the Des Moines Business Record has undertaken an 
exhaustive annual review to identify a standout group of female leaders 
in the Greater Des Moines Area that are making an impact in their 
communities either personally or professionally, forging a path for 
other women to follow. The women given this prestigious award are 
individuals who have selflessly dedicated their time and proven their 
leadership abilities across a variety of professional fields.
  Dr. Beck's interest in leadership and the health field began at Iowa 
State University, where she earned her Bachelor's degree before moving 
on to receive her Medical degree at the University of Osteopathic 
Medicine and Health Sciences (now Des Moines University). Dr. Beck has 
been with the Katzmann Breast Center since 2000, beginning her current 
role as medical director in 2007.
  Dr. Beck has served in a variety of leadership roles over the years 
at places like Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines University, Susan G. 
Komen, and Innervision Health Center. Dr. Beck has proven her 
leadership abilities time and time again. She has the special talent of 
bringing people together to achieve one common goal in a way that few 
are able to mirror. She continually strives for the best and in her 
spare time she continues working toward her Master's degree in Public 
Health.
  Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to represent leaders like Dr. 
Beck in the United States Congress. It is with great pride that I 
recognize and applaud her for utilizing her talents to better her 
community and the State of Iowa. I invite my colleagues in the United 
States House of Representatives to join me in congratulating her on 
receiving this esteemed designation, and wishing her the best of luck 
in all her future endeavors.

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