[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 11]
[Senate]
[Pages 15085-15086]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


                       TRIBUTE TO RONALD R. MAZIK

  Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, today I want to take a few minutes to 
remember Ronald R. Mazik and pay tribute to the many contributions he 
has made to his community, to his profession, and to this country.
  Ron played many roles and achieved much in his lifetime. As an 
athlete, engineer and businessman, he excelled in a wide array of 
endeavors. Of his many achievements, one is particularly deserving of 
mention: as a pioneer in the field of telehealth.
  Ron conceptualized and initiated innovations in the use of video and 
advanced communication systems, which are revolutionizing the way 
health services are provided to people with exceptional needs. His 
seminal work in interactive video promises to improve both the 
accessibility and quality of supports to those with developmental, 
mental and physical challenges, and brings us closer to our dream of 
insuring that all citizens lead a full and healthy life. The intellect 
and energy that Ron applied toward that goal

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must be regarded as an olympic performance.
  Of Ron's contributions to the field of telehealth and to society, 
those close to him knew that he most valued his role as a father to his 
sons, Ron and Ken. With his many accomplishments, he unfailingly looked 
to his sons as his greatest source of pride and of joy.
  It is an honor to recognize Ronald R. Mazik for his contributions to 
all of our lives.

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