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AMA Foundation Honors Wooster, Ohio Physician for Volunteerism
Date:2/19/2008

patients and is very active with First Presbyterian Church of Wooster. She is described by her colleagues as the "most humble, generous, compassionate human being." When asked what was the driving force behind her years of volunteer work, Dr. Startzman stated, "I think everyone has a right to health care, good health care, just as life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."

"Throughout her career and in a quiet, unassuming way, Dr. Startzman has placed a priority on caring for the underserved in society," said AMA Foundation president Barbara Rockett, M.D. "Through perseverance and personal sacrifice, she started a free clinic in Wooster, Ohio, which serves the neediest of patients in that community. She is truly selfless."

As the philanthropic arm of the American Medical Association, the AMA Foundation is committed to advancing healthcare in America through programs in medical education, research and public health. For more information, please visit http://www.amafoundation.org or call (312) 464-4200.


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