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

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Charles Baik, DPM University of California, Los Angeles BS Psychobiology To Mom and Dad: Thank you for bringing me into the world and raising me. In a world where minor deviations from the right path can lead me astray. I feel fortunate to have had a good family background to build a strong foundation on. To my bro John: I truly would not be at this point in my life today without your guidance and support throughout my whole life. You've always been the one to pave the road for me and lead me along life's pathways. Thanks for the times that you got me out of sticky situations. You're not only blood but more importantly, you've been a friend. To Val Mai: Thanks for being yourself so I can laugh so much. I don't how I could have survived without your humor. Contact. Deep Forest. Crunchy Butt Cheeks. Martha ... need I say more? To Ry: Your friendship has been quite a pleasant surprise. Thanks for the good times and reinforcing the notion that you can still play hard and study hard at the same time. Are you really from Iowa City. Iowa? To Steph: Thanks for being h it there (literally) when I needed to talk. I am truly fortunate that our friendship has progressed through the years. You know who to call if you ever need a painting partner. To Jay: Lazy doctor... for old times sake, what do you say we steal cadavers from the lab so that we could study it in the comfort of our homes. To all the homeys back home: TH. Sean. Big B. Henry'. Johnny, etc. Thanks for all the encouragement during my years out here in Philly and making my vacations out there worthwhile. I always cherish the past friendships for they remind me of who I am at times when I'm not certain. To the Class of 2003: Well. It's been four years guys. Thanks for making my studies here tolerable and even enjoyable at times. Best of luck to everyone with your careers but most Importantly your search for happiness in life (if you haven't already found It). 'Row. row. row your boat, gently down the stream. Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily, life is but a dream ...

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Michael Avato, DPM Temple University School of Business BBA Marketing MOM DAD: I could not have completed this journey without your love and support. For that, I am forever loving and will be there for you. KRISTINA: There are many hard roads to be traveled, remember you are always daddy's little girl. I will travel those roads with you until your journey is complete. JAMES JERDON MIKEY: I may not always be around but I am always with you. There are many trees rocks for us to climb, and fish to catch, this time I’ll do it without studying I LOVE YOCJ ALL! SANDY: I'm knitting a coat of pink cashmere for you. Your answer goes here------. Avato

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Elizabeth Momma Thank you for all your love, support, and understanding throughout all these years. You are not only the best mom In the world but also my best friend. I would not be the person I am today without your love and guidance. Daddy. Granny and Granddaddy Warren - My three guardian angels!! I wish that you could be here with me to share In this Joyous time of my life but I know that you are looking down from heaven and smiling. You will be in my heart forever. Stephen and Tracy Thanks for all your love and support. Stephen, thanks for pickin' such a wonderful person as my future sister...I did not expect any less! Tracy, thanks for being there and looking out for everyone. Welcome to the family...you are such a fabulous addition!! Denise - It seems like yesterday when I walked Into apartment 703 and found a friend for life. I don't think I could have survived my first year In a 'big city' without your friendship. You have always been there for me. through the good and the bad. Words can't begin to describe what your friendship means to me. Jen Stoltz -1 like to think that our dads are sitting together up In heaven looking down over us and boasting to everyone who will listen about their wonderful daughters! I have been so blessed to have the opportunity to become friends with you. You have been there for me every step of the way ...thank you so much for being such a wonderful friend. Dusty - Thank you for being such a great friend. Thanks for the listening ear and good conversations over the past 3 years Grey Bass, DPM Meredith College BS Biology Kaye, Aubrey, and Melanie - Thanks to my steadfast Meredith friends who have been such a wonderful support system throughout these four years Angel, Carol, and Marge What would I have done without the support of you 3 lovely ladies??!! Thanks for the listening ears and support - you have made the past 2 years bearable! Congrats to the Class of 2003! It has been a long but enjoyable experience. I am so glad I got the opportunity to know each of you. Good luck In all your future endeavors!!