Healthcare Recognition/Awards

It is an honor to represent the people of Idaho. It is my goal to do so in a manner that reflects the values and traditions of Idahoans. During the course of my public service, I have been fortunate to be recognized by many tremendous organizations. Many of these awards are based on my voting record, and my efforts to serve the people of Idaho.

To learn more about my positions on specific issues regarding healthcare, please visit the Healthcare section of this website.  Below you will find listed the awards I have received for my efforts in healthcare:

 

2008 Congressional Service Award

2008 Congressional Service Award


Awarded by the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) in 2008

Presented for advocacy of legislation support by ASGE member physicians and their patients, and for commitment to developingand passing healthcare legislation that addresses the need for colorectal cancer screening and promoted the gastrointestinal health of their constituents.

 
P.A.D. Coalition Appreciation Award

2007 P.A.D. Recognition

Awarded by the Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Coalition in 2007

Presented in appreciation for efforts to improve the nation's health by increasing awareness of peripheral arterial disease.

 
Presidential Citation ATS

Presidential Citation


Awarded by the American Thoracic Society in 2008

Presented in recognition of leadership in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory health.

 
American College of Chest Physicians Award

Honorary Fellow Honor Award


Awarded by the American College of Chest Physicans in 2006

 
ALAI Honor Award

ALAI Honor Award

Awarded by the American Lung Association of Idaho (ALAI) in 2004


Presented for supporting responsible health care policy and legislation.

 
Community Health Superhero

Super Hero Award for Community Health

Awarded by the Idaho Primary Care Association and the National Primary Care Association in 2008, 2004 and 2000.

Presented for outstanding support of community health initiatives, with special recognition for support for community healthcare centers.

 
Ovarian Cancer National Allliance Certificate

Congressional Recognition

Awarded by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists and the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance in 2004

Presented in recognition of leadership and furthering awareness and research of gynecologic and ovarian cancer.

 
William A. Schwartz Distinguished Leadership Award

William A. Schwartz Distinguished Leadership Award


Awarded by the National Prostate Cancer Coalition in 2003

Presented for wide-ranging efforts on protate cancer and health awareness.

   
HIMA Appreciation

Congressional Appreciation

Awarded by the Health Information Management Association (HIMA)

Presented in appreciation for commitment to improviding patient access to medical technology and support of The Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act of 1997.

 
American Association of Homecare

Legislator of the Year

Presented by the American Association of Homecare

 

2007 Human Heart Award


Awarded by the Adult Congenital Heart Association, the Cardiac Arrhythmia Research and Education and Foundations, Inc., and the Medtronic Foundation in 2007

Presented in recognition of outstanding advocacy for the advancement of heart health.

 

Legislative Recognition


Awarded by The American Association for Respiratory Care in 2007

Presented for support of legislation affecting the lives of pulmonary patients and the respiratory therapists who serve them.

 

Jacobs Javits Award for Public Service

Awarded by the National Association for Medical Directors of Respiratory Care in 2006

Presented for efforts regarding COPD and the formation of the Congressional COPD Caucus.

 

Legislative Service Award


Awarded by the National Rehabilitation Association in 2000

Presented for leadership in supporting rehabilitation services for Americans.

 

 

Last updated 08/21/2008

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