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MS HC105
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/3/2012
Primary Sponsor
Alex Monsour
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AI Summary
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Commends Dr. Stephen Sudderth of Vicksburg for being named the second physician in Mississippi to obtain certification in comprehensive obesity treatment from the American Board of Bariatric Medicine.
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Recognizes Dr. Sudderth's medical credentials, including a medical doctorate from Louisiana State University School of Medicine (1988) and chief residency in general surgery at University of Nevada School of Medicine.
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Acknowledges his work at Vicksburg Surgical Associates and Premier Medical Weight Loss of Mississippi, treating patients with obesity-related conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
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Notes Mississippi's obesity rate of 34.4 percent, the highest in the nation, and Dr. Sudderth's contributions through presentations, publications, and professional memberships addressing this public health crisis.
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Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to Dr. Sudderth and members of the Capitol Press Corps.
Legislative Description
Dr. Stephen Sudderth; recognize and commend for his efforts to battle obesity in the State of Mississippi.
Last Action
Died In Committee
5/3/2012