[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 11153]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING DR. KURT KORAL AS HE IS RECOGNIZED BY THE CONNECTICUT STATE 
                           DENTAL ASSOCIATION

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 9, 2003

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise today to 
join the Connecticut Dental Association in extending my sincere 
congratulations to Dr. Kurt Koral who will be honored today with the 
Distinguished Service Award.
  In a career that has spanned nearly four decades, Dr. Koral has 
worked diligently to improve the field of dentistry. In addition to his 
private practice, he has and continues to serve on the staffs of both 
the Hospital of Saint Raphael and Yale-New Haven Hospital. He is also 
an Associate Professor at the Yale University School of Medicine's 
Department of Surgery. As a surgeon, professor, and legislative 
activist, Dr. Koral has touched the lives of thousands.
  Throughout his career, Dr. Koral has demonstrated a unique commitment 
to the field of dentistry through his participation in numerous 
professional organizations and continued advocacy. Past President of 
the New Haven Dental Association, Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Society 
and the American College of Dentists, and member of the Connecticut 
Dental Association, among many others, since 1968--Dr. Koral has 
committed a lifetime of leadership to his profession.
  I have often spoke of the importance of participating in the 
legislative process. I believe that through these efforts real change 
can be made. Dr. Koral shares this belief and has worked hard over the 
years to effect public policy at every level of government. Today, as 
Chairman of the Connecticut Dental Association's Legislative Council, 
Dr. Koral is a leading voice in matters important to the Association 
and the field of dentistry.
  For his many invaluable contributions and unparalleled advocacy, I am 
honored to rise today to pay tribute to Dr. Kurt Koral as he is 
recognized with the Connecticut Dental Association's Distinguished 
Service Award. Through his continued advocacy and constant 
participation, he has made a real difference in the lives of many. His 
efforts are sure to inspire others for many years to come.

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