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ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER
Runs In The Family
In the Winter 2014 issue of SJP, we surveyed and highlighted members with generations of physicians in their family. We weren’t surprised that so many children of physicians were inspired to become one themselves after witnessing such a noble profession firsthand. Now, close to 10 years later, we know that the article could use an update (note to self) as we are aware of many families adding physicians to their families and in some cases, to their practices. Nevertheless, when the nominating committee selected Dr. Robin Wong as its Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, it was the first time that a mother and son have both won the award. Dr. Wong’s mother, Dr. Dora Lee was president of SJMS in 1946, and in 2001 received the same award. Amazing! We know you will enjoy reading the features in this issue on Dr. Wong and our very deserving Young Physician Award recipient, Dr. Ajithkumar Puthillath of Stockton Hematology Oncology Medical Group.
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SJMS has remained steadfast in its commitment to encouraging and assisting the bright, talented youth of our community to pursue a career in medicine. This year, the committee scored 100 applications before interviewing 45 students and ultimately selecting the final 24 in the class of 2023. A huge thank you to Drs. Hyma Jasti, Kwabena Adubofour, George Khoury, Marina Castillo, Kinnari Parikh and Alain Flores for their engagement in this process.
In the past several years, SJMS has worked hard to develop its board of directors. We are proud to have expanded representation from various modes of practice and geographic location in our service area. This year, due to our President-Elect Nguyen Vo moving, we are fortunate that President, Dr. Cyrus Buhari has agreed to serve one additional year in his current role. We’d like to thank Drs. Vo and Reddy for their service and welcome new board members, Drs. Sunny Philip and Ripudaman Munjual. The SJMS Board of Directors works for you; feedback and questions from members are always welcome. Please email Lisa@sjcms. org to get in touch.
Wishing a wonderful summer,
Lisa Richmond
