Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine - Achilles Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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Steven F. Boc, D.P.M. Associate Dean for Academic Affairs TF.MFW. UMVtRsmr CanmcmmhM I'wnwi Vhool of rodulrv MfdiriD Eubth «l K r Sllrrt PtuUd oa. |Vnr.i)-W7oai IN0T-3IH Ptuw ilS 63 (000 To The Class of 1999 I wish to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 1999 on a J of your accomplishments dunng the past four years Your hard work and dedication have enabled you to become the first graduates from the Temple University School of Podatnc Medicine The ngorous academic training that you have received at this institution wifl have prepared you for the many challenges that you wui be facing in your professional career The skills which you have acquired dunng the past four years ts only the beginning of your lifelong commitment to the profession of podiatnc medicine and surgory. As you go forth into your residency training and into your practice experiences, we at the School wish you the best of luck m an of your future endeavors You should consider it a prestigious honor to become a member of the pod-atnc profession and you should dedicate yourself for the betterment of humanity You are the future of our profession as such. I hope that you will take your experiences here at the School and dedicate yourself to enhance not onty your career, but the profession of podiatnc medicme and surgery We are proud to call you alumnus of the Temple University School of Podiatnc Medicine and wo hope that you wilt hold the same 8Steem and honor toward the School The institution will always be available to you and we nope that you wiO remain in contact with us throughout your careers Steven F Boc. DPM Associate Dean for Academe Affairs C|k 6

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John A. Mattiacci, D.P.M. Dean, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine TEMPLE UNIVERSITY A ContmunM« Xh L'nlvnwty Srki.nl of rodUirtr MrOKin Ei (Mil »l Rjk SttMt RulKloliilu . Ponyhatua IOIOT.mw ffcomr 214 (09 COW To The Class of 1999 I congratulate you on being the first graduating class of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) I am honored that you are the first class to graduate under my tenure as Dean This is a time for you to be proud for this signifies a great accomplishment Hold your heads high, celebrate with your family and fnends You earned the right to be called ‘Doctor As you continue into your post-graduate residency training and proceed closer to private practice, always remember that we at the School wish you the utmost success The challenging and rigorous clinical and academic courses that you have mastered will serve you well m your professional career We ask you to use your knowledge, accept yotr responsibilities, and commit yourself to delivering the best podiatric medical and surgical care in the world to your patients Face your new horizons with confidence you will be able to handle all the challenges put before you in serving the best interests of your patients first Only then will you experience a rewarding and successful career Keep focused on your goals and you will deliver the best podiatnc care in the world Have confidence in your abilities and courage in your convictions Continue to pursue post-graduate education and professional growth You are now one of our many resources and an important member of our Aiumm Association We hope your voices are heard as you develop your professional leadership skills Oemand that our new evolving health care system provide access to podiatrists so that the Amencan public will continue to receive the best foot and ankle care m the world Because of you, our profession will become stronger and reach even greater heights of recognition Again, congratulations to the Class of 1999 and welcome to our TUSPM alumni family Sincerely. 06. John A V John A Mattiaco DPM.71 Dean 5

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Kieran T. Mahan, D.P.M. Associate Dean for Research Professor Department of Surgery To tho Class of 1999: Congrahjuton on bang in frit Oat to gradual under the banner ot Tm Torres University School ot fodmlrK Mwdein A«hough yw o » was not aMa lo 9am Ih tut benaflta that mil aventuaty Do attanad through m merger. I am lure you can tea true hai been a tremendous stab fOftabrd lor our profession and tor podiatnc mao cal education As you 90 forward m your career. I hepo you will always carry with you pnde m tti qualify ot th education that you raoarred at Pervnylvania Calaoa ot Podiatnc Median and tna Temp Unwaody School o Podiatnc Madcm V a had a strong tradihon ot acadamc a»ca»anc at PC PM and t have no doubt mat Mi wit contnua to D enhanced by tha merger vnth Temple Urwarsrty For me tna merger naa created a somewhat different career opportunity Aflar twwN yew aa Vice PresvJant tor Academe AJ? r» I hava embarked upon a naa area as tha Aiaociata Oaan tor Raaaarch Anmportant pah ct the credfcWfy of arry prot«r in 4s aoUfy to creata nee knowfedg and conerfeute to tha advancement of the scp na At PC PM we have aVvayi had a reputation as bang tha strongs ! research program ot all ot tfw cotwges of Podfetrtc Madrcr Thank to toyaatmants bom Tempi University aa can ccrwnua to butd upon Ihai reputation Bettes anhanong th credibitty at our professon. re»a rch create multiple hr between TUSPM and other department and school Minin Temple University tt also create an environmaot Mimat th ciiMjbon that embrace learning and seeking nee knowledge Congratulations on becoming me (list alumra ot me Temple Unnwrvty School of Podiatnc Medione We are pwlHlatoV pmwd ot your acoompMhmant and look torwn d to hearing ot yOur conbnwng success In your residency tracing and m your pro’essonnl careers This is a great profession' I wish you every personal and professional happiness as you continue your |oumey through your career as physicians and surgeons of the Foot and Ankle Smcerety. l£ T- UtH— Kieran T Mahan. OPM Associate Dean for Research Professor Department of Podiatnc Surgery