[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 86 (Thursday, May 19, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Page S2617]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       TRIBUTE TO DR. JAMES HOUGH

 Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, today, I have the distinct honor of 
recognizing Dr. James Hough of Lewis and Clark County as Montanan of 
the Month for his compassion and kindness toward his fellow Montana 
veterans and his dedication to providing them with the quality care 
they deserve.
  Dr. Hough began his career of service at the Naval Hospital in 
Jacksonville, FL, and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps 
Commendation Medal for Excellence in Anesthesia and Pain Management. He 
began his work serving as the only pain management provider in Montana 
for the Department of Veterans Affairs in 2018. Dr. Hough started with 
just a few patients, and over the past few years, he has rapidly 
expanded his reach, having a meaningful impact on the lives of 
thousands of Montana veterans across the State.
  One of Dr. Hough's many success stories is with a veteran from 
Billings who was in a wheelchair and in low spirits thinking his 
quality of life would never improve. He and his wife took regular trips 
from Billings to visit Dr. Hough for consultations and procedures. Dr. 
Hough's patient progressively moved from a wheelchair, to a walker, to 
a cane, and eventually needing little to no support. The veteran's wife 
expressed how his demeanor and outlook on life was improved with Dr. 
Hough's help.
  It is clear that Dr. Hough truly cares about his patients and 
ensuring many generations of Montana veterans have the quality of life 
they deserve. Dr. Hough truly embodies the values and spirit of a 
Montanan. It is my honor to recognize Dr. Hough for his service to our 
great State and Nation and for his dedication to improving the lives of 
his fellow Montana veterans. Keep up the great work, Dr. Hough. You 
make Montana and our country proud.

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