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

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Leon S. Malmud, MD President and CEO Temple University Health System Senior Vice President, Temple University Dean, School of Medicine Temple University Health System lM« S M l—i, M.D. 3 01 N ft o 2 SUM! tn (313) 707-0000 One EMCrtM PM 0«iphM PA 19140-5189 ft. (315) 707-3261 Temp Ufrwvty HwM $y« m Sew Vice PrwtfM. Tempi Unvtnrfy Own Scnooi oi M«cn To the Class of 2001 Congratulations colleagues! Doesn't colleague have a pleasant ring to it? Every year at this time it's my honor to extend those words of congratulations to Temple's newest healthcare graduates But keep in mind that -colleague’ is just one of the many appellations you will have earned during your lifetime Others include resident, fellow, doctor, mentor, and for some, perhaps professor I would encourage you not to forget the title you've lived with the last four years student Your learning shouldn't stop when you pass through these doors on the way to your career Education itself can be described as the process of acquinng the knowledge and skills for creative adaptation to change And change you'll see. I can guarantee that Make the best use of the training you have received hero and commit yourselves to maintaining a pattern of learning for the rest of your lives I assure you that both you and your patients will reap the benefits Following your years with us at Temple, each of you will take a slightly different path in your careers Even though I don't know where each of you will settle. I know that you have prepared yourselves well Keep in mind the positive experiences that shaped you as students as you meet the challenges that you will face as practicing podiatrists The same perseverance and dedication you gave to your education will ensure your success in your professional life. Your graduation is an achievement to be shared with the family and friends who have lent you the support and encouragement that brings you to this day Congratulations, and may you be as fulfilled by your service to patients and to community, as has each of us who has enjoyed the privilege of being members of the healing professions Sincerely, Leon S. Malmud. M D. 6

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Podiatrist's Creed These following fundamental beliefs are expressed as standards of ethical conduct and propriety of podiatrists, individually and collectively with patients, colleagues, members of allied health professions, and the public: To render service to humanity with impartial respect for the dignity of man. To provide a full and complete measure of professional service and attention to patients in the practice of Podiatric Medicine. To unhesitatingly serve consultation in difficult or doubtful circumstances where it appears that the quality of service and therapy to the patient can be enhanced. To continue the improvement of knowledge and skills for the benefit of patients professions. To conduct the practice of podiatry as a credit to the profession. To never accept limitations that might destroy or interfere with the exercise of best judgement and skills or the quality of performance. To regard the confidence and information received from patients with professional care and understanding. To fully offer service and participate in the health programs for the public in keeping with the integrity of the profession.

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John A. Mattiacci, DPM Dean, Temple University School of Pocliatric Medicine TEMPLE UNIVERSITY A Common wealth L'mvtnity 5o»»A Manned. DPM Dean Vtracl of I'odutrv Mi6nn Eighth m Pact Sow PMuldplui. Prrmyl'inij 1 107-2496 Phooo 215-625 5400 FAX 215 629 192 E mail louBuccitHinpm track rfe To the Class of 2001: Congratulations for having achieved such a significant milestone! You have the distinction of truly being the first Temple University School of Podiatnc Medicine graduates of the new millennium, and the last class to have matriculated at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatnc Medicine In many ways, you represent the evolution of our School You have lived through the transition from PCPM to TUSPM. with all of the travails that are attendant with such a union. You have also reaped the benefits that the School’s integration into Temple University offers Each of you has expenenced the enhancements in curriculum, technology, facilities and residency opportunity that have come to fruition in recent months These efforts are all part of our tireless commitment to prepare you to be the moat skilled and successful podiutnc physicians anywhere in the world1 Now it is time for you to build upon the foundation rooted in your hard work and the efforts of your faculty, families and others that have guided you through your journey thus far In spite of some well publicized challenges facing our profession, there is a wealth of opportunity awaiting you As our population ages, the incidences of diabetes, arthritis, peripheral vascuUr disease and other genatnc related illnesses will increase It will be your charge to offer these and all of your patients the highest quality of care based in state-of-the-art-science. but tempered with compassion You are. now and forever, members of the TUSPM family We need your continued interest and support as we shape the future of this School and our profession. It is with profound pnde and hope for each of your futures that I welcome you as colleagues Sincerely. Cc I £CC . John A Mattiacci, D PM 'Dean 7