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MS HR55
Resolution
Status
3/9/2022
Primary Sponsor
Billy Calvert
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AI Summary
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Honors the life and legacy of Dr. Gustavus Adolphus "Sonny" Rush III, a Meridian, Mississippi orthopedic surgeon who passed away on August 20, 2021
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Recognizes Dr. Rush's 38-year career at Rush Foundation Hospital where he performed over 20,000 surgeries and served as a third-generation Rush physician
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Acknowledges his founding of the Rush Orthopedic Program, Rush Sports Medicine Team (1987) supporting over 40 local high schools and colleges, and Rush Sports Medicine Research and Development (1992)
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Notes his patents on protective technologies including helmets and concussion sensors designed to protect young athletes
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Expresses sympathy to his surviving family including his wife Karen of 40 years, five children, and seven grandchildren
Legislative Description
Dr. G.A. "Sonny" Rush; honor life and legacy upon his passing.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/9/2022