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This resolution honors Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. for receiving the Professional of the Year Award from the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany.
Why it matters
Highlights the critical and often under-recognized role of medical professionals. like Dr. John Kennedy, Jr.—in serving communities facing vision loss, showing the value of long-term dedication to public health.
Showcases the importance of sustained volunteerism and leadership. within organizations such as the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany (NABA), reinforcing how community engagement can drive improvements in local health services and advocacy.
Brings attention to the broader impact of organizations like NABA. , which provide vital services (from vision screenings for children to rehabilitation support for adults), spotlighting the ongoing needs of blind and visually impaired individuals in the region.
Serves as a public record of professional excellence and civic contribution. , potentially inspiring current and future professionals to pursue similar paths of service and leadership in both their careers and communities.
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Honor Dr. Kennedy Award
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Senate Resolution No. 4505 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Professional of the Year Award by the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany on April 21, 2018 WHEREAS, Individuals… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 4505 BY: Senator BRESLIN HONORING Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Professional of the Year Award by the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany on April 21, 2018 WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and cannot be sufficiently extolled; and WHEREAS, Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. has given not only of his time and energies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and consequently has been designated for special honor; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the Professional of the Year Award by the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany, to be celebrated at its Annual Visionary Gala, on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the Franklin Plaza Ballroom, Troy, New York; and WHEREAS, Since 1908, the Northeastern Association of the Blind at Albany (NABA) has provided comprehensive services and programs to residents of the greater Capital Region who are blind or visually impaired; in 2016, they helped over 900 individuals of all ages across
counties adapt to vision loss, maximize remaining vision, achieve
their goals, and expand their independence; and
WHEREAS, In addition, NABA offered screenings to over 4,000 children
between 18 months and five years of age for possible vision problems;
and
WHEREAS, John Kennedy, Jr. received a Bachelor of Science degree
from the University of Notre Dame before earning his Medical degree from
the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara; he completed his internship at
Maryland General Hospital, and his Ophthalmology Residency at
Friedenwald Institute at Maryland General Hospital; and
WHEREAS, After serving as an attending in ophthalmology at Ellis
Hospital and St. Clare's Hospital, Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. served as a
consultant in ophthalmology at Bellevue Hospital; he went on to become a
consultant in ophthalmology at Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital, the
esteemed position he continues to hold today; and
WHEREAS, A true asset to his profession, Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. has
been an active member of the Schenectady County Medical Society, the
Medical Society of New York, and the American Medical Association since
1980; and
WHEREAS, In addition, he has served as Chair of the New York
delegation since 2016, and as a Fellow at the American Academy of
Ophthalmology since 1982; and
WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to the
community, Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. was a member of NABA from 1989 until
1995, as well as its President from 1992 to 1994; he also served as
Chair of the Notre Dame Club of Northeastern New York; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an
individual for the benefit of others which Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. has
displayed throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It has always been the objective of this Legislative Body
to honor and support those individuals who have displayed their
commitment to the betterment of their communities, and it is the intent
of this Legislative Body to inscribe upon its records, this tribute to
Dr. John Kennedy, Jr., that future generations may know and appreciate
his admirable character, his many benevolent deeds, and the respect and
esteem in which he is held by his peers; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dr. John Kennedy, Jr. upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the Professional of the Year Award by the Northeastern
Association of the Blind at Albany on April 21, 2018; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Dr. John Kennedy, Jr.
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