Over the past six months our family has witnessed and received “acts of kindness” from literally hundreds of PA colleagues from across the nation. We have been IMPACTED on many levels since the October day your colleague and AAPA’s Board of Director Secretary, John D Trimbath suffered a severe spinal cord injury.
As his family we have always been supportive and proud of John’s dedication to his profession. He has worked tirelessly to bring to the forefront of the medical profession the value of the Physician Assistant’s role in the field. We are proud of the awards and recognition he has received from you, his co workers, over the years. His work in Ohio has been tireless in seeking prescriptive privileges, and, when after nearly 20 years, those privileges were obtained we celebrated his tenacity and “never give up” spirit. Many PAs have written to us proclaiming “John is a strong voice,” and “He has made a difference.“ Students and mentors, politicians and administrators, neighbors and friends, have all offered to us many facets of his joy for life and love of his career.
The acts of kindness bestowed upon us have opened up what might be called “the secret life of a son, brother, husband, father” in that so many of you have told us of his IMPACT on you personally and professionally. We have been deeply touched and are very grateful for the loving care you have offered. As we, honor all of you, we , honor him as a vital part of your community and know that his “never give up” spirit is supported by your hopes for his recovery in the days ahead. As he heals and his physical mobility increases he continues to be a strong voice and presence for you. And with you.
In honoring him as you have, we are moved to honor all of you whom we have come to know more closely through your kind, caring and loving words and actions. You have truly demonstrated what the healing profession and AAPA has been called to do. You have made an IMPACT in the lives of many, and we are among those who are most grateful.
Tria O’Maille MA ADTR CPE
AAPA Affiliate Member #1015041
For “Team Trimbath”
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