[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 22, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4692-S4693]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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          RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF BAPTIST HEALTH

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Madam President, I rise today to recognize 
Baptist Health of Arkansas's centennial--a significant and commendable 
milestone.
  Today, Arkansans are gathering to celebrate this institution and its 
staff that have been dedicated to providing exceptional faith-based 
healthcare to its patients, strengthening communities through 
compassionate service, and continuously responding to the ever-changing 
health needs of Arkansans.
  On February 16, 1921, the Arkansas Baptist State Convention 
incorporated Baptist State Hospital to ensure Arkansans had access to 
quality, faith-

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based healthcare. Baptist Health started with a mere 70 beds and in 
just 1 year more than tripled that number, administering care to more 
than 300 patients. The hospital's humble beginnings show the diligence 
of the men and women who, through intense devotion, made this 
organization what it is today.
  The dedication of Baptist Health's providers is a testament to this 
healing ministry's service and commitment to its patients. For 100 
years patients from across the State, Nation and world have relied on 
the hospital's incredible doctors, nurses and staff to perform 
lifesaving treatments and surgeries.
  This institution has served the State of Arkansas in numerous ways, 
from creating thousands of jobs to supporting the State economy and 
saving the lives of countless patients. Baptist Health has created 
reliable medical service across the State and helped many medical 
professionals in their educations and careers.
  Baptist Health has been a leader in medical advancement in Arkansas, 
and its community of medical professionals have made tremendous 
sacrifices to serve and care for patients. Their dedication has been 
apparent during the COVID-19 public health crisis. This devotion to its 
mission has made Baptist Health Arkansas's largest and most 
comprehensive not-for profit healthcare organization. From the doctors 
and nurses to the office workers and maintenance staff, each member of 
the team demonstrates a passion for helping and healing.
  Congratulations to Baptist Health on 100 years of service and 
dedication to helping Arkansans live long and healthy lives. I look 
forward to its continued excellence in healthcare for our State for 
many more years.

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