[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 35 (Friday, February 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E144]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                      HONORING DR. TRACY MacINTOSH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 21, 2025

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, Dr. Tracy MacIntosh is a leader in the field 
of medicine, serving as the associate dean for access, belonging, and 
community engagement at the University of Central Florida College of 
Medicine, as well as an associate professor of emergency medicine.
  With her educational background, which includes a master's degree in 
science, a master's degree in public health, and a medical degree from 
Yale School of Medicine, Dr. MacIntosh brings a wealth of knowledge and 
expertise to her roles. Her dedication to medical education is 
paralleled by her unwavering commitment to promoting health equity and 
eliminating health disparities.
  As a practicing emergency physician, Dr. MacIntosh applies her 
clinical experience to improve the health and well-being of her 
patients in Kissimmee. Her dual focus on clinical excellence and 
medical education allows her to deliver compassionate care while 
inspiring the next generation of healthcare providers, both in the 
classroom and at the bedside. Dr. MacIntosh is a passionate mentor to 
students, residents, and community youth, encouraging them to pursue 
careers in healthcare and provide care to improve quality and outcomes 
for every single patient. She leads the UCF College of Medicine in its 
mission to train future physicians and scientists dedicated to ending 
healthcare disparities.
  She also spearheads many innovative medical educational outreach 
programs in Osceola County. For example, the Future Healthcare Leaders 
Program provides local high school students with hands-on clinical 
experiences in the hospital. She has also partnered with the Osceola 
School District's Special Programs, teaching and inspiring local 
students from families experiencing housing insecurity and offering 
students the opportunity to use ultrasound technology.
  Her commitment to creating immersive opportunities for elementary, 
high school, and college students extends to clinical and mentoring 
programs at the UCF College of Medicine so they can successfully pursue 
professional healthcare careers and improve health equity for all of 
us.

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