Honor Dr. Nidal Isber

Senate Resolution No. 1126 BY: Senator GOLDEN COMMENDING Dr. Nidal Isber upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by St. Nicholas Home, Inc. WHEREAS, It is the practice of this Legislative Body to take note of and publicly acknowledge individuals of remarkable integrity and character who have inspired and brought pride to our majestic Empire State with their strong contributions to the community and model citizenship; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend Dr. Nidal Isber upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by St. Nicholas Home, Inc. to be celebrated at its Annual Gala on Saturday, March 25, 2017, at The Vanderbilt in Staten Island, New York; and WHEREAS, An alumnus of Damascus University, Damascus, Syria, Dr. Nidal Isber has been an important force in the field of Cardiac Electrophysiology in this country; since 1999, he has held the position of Director of Cardic Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Services at St. Vincent's Catholic Medical Center in New York City, and Richmond University Medical Center, Staten Island, New York; and WHEREAS, Dr. Nidal Isber has served as the President of the National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) New York Chapter from 2009 to

2012; in this capacity, he focused on the academic and education aspects of the association, and created and commenced the first issue of the NAAMA Medical Newsletter; and WHEREAS, A major influence in the field of Cardiac Electrophysiology, Dr. Nidal Isber is an inspiration to his colleagues; a model physician, he has devoted his lifetime to learning and caring for his patients and for that, he is held in the highest regard by his peers as a physician of excellence and as a leader in the field; and WHEREAS, In recognition of his extraordinary career in Medicine, Dr. Nidal Isber received the American Heart Association Award; and WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individual for the benefit of others which Dr. Nidal Isber has displayed throughout his life; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commend Dr. Nidal Isber upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition by St. Nicholas Home, Inc.; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Dr. Nidal Isber.