NASDAO's FUTURE OR IS THERE ONE?

    A couple of weeks ago I sent out an E-News letter to those for whom I have email addresses, less than
100 at the present.  (If you are not on the email list and would like to be, please send me your email address.)
I asked for some input regarding what the future of NASDAO will be.  I received several responses to the inquiry
for which I wish to thank each of you who took the time to respond.  The responses varied from some that believe
the organization is dying and there may be no way to avoid that outcome to some who feel that we should
continue to attempt to resuscitate it by adding CME to our annual programs again and also to having Retreats
as we did for so many years. 
    Greg Henderson, one of the hospital administrator's at Kettering Medical Center has offered to host our group
 in Dayton, Ohio at a future date and arrange for accredited CME for the group.  This is a very generous offer
 and we certainly appreciate Mr. Henderson's efforts in our behalf.  I personally would like to see this happen,
but it would be very embarrassing to our organization to move forward with this program and not have a
reasonable number attend.
    We could also resume our summer retreats at places of interest to our entire group.  In the past we have had
good attendance at Hope, BC with the Alaska cruise following.  We had a good group attendance in Branson,
Missouri and Cohutta Springs Camp in Georgia several times.  If you have a thought on this subject, please
communicate them either to me or one of the officers so that we can form some sort of a consensus.  We do
monies in the treasury that will need to be disbursed if the decision is to disband the organization.

Thank you for considering this matter,

Don Starkey D.O.

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Positions available

Buchanan, Michigan

Position available for board certified family practice physician to join a D.O., NP, and PA in a well-established, growing practice in southwest Michigan.  Small town "country" setting 10 miles from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI; 10 miles from Notre Dame and South Bend, IN; 1.5 hrs. from Chicago, IL; and 20 minutes from Lake Michigan beaches.  Work includes "rounding" at hospital and nursing homes located 5 miles away, however, the majority of the work is done in the office.  We see the full spectrum of family practice - adult, pediatrics, and geriatrics.  Practice includes some OMT but does not include OB.  Send resume/CV to:  Dr. Roy Parke, Attn: Kathy Parke 1045 East Front Street, Buchanan, MI 49107 or e-mail to kjp@qtm.net or call Dr. Parke or Kathy Parke at 269-695-5540 (office) or 269-695-9329 (home).

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PARADISE, CALIFORNIA

 "Come to Paradise.  Paradise, California is in the foothills 90 miles north of Sacramento.  It is surrounded by
scenic canyons and filled with huge pine trees.  There is a growing SDA hospital here that has won numerous
national awards for quality care.  We have a 12 grade church school with newly constructed academy buildings and there are four local churches.  I have been in practice here for 19 years and I am seeking a board certified or eligible family physician to take over my practice.  The hospital is in the process of making the practice part of their rural health clinic.  This means that they will assume all of the office operation and do all the outpatient billing.  The physician will be paid a percentage of what they generate.  The physician will need to bill or contract with a billing service for their inpatient charges.”

If you are interested please contact: 
David Whitaker, D.O.,
5730 Canyon View Dr., Suite 6, Paradise, Ca, 95969. 
Telephone:  530-872-1618 
Fax: 530-872-8657.

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Ringold, GA

Busy Family Practice in Ringgold, GA near scenic Chattanooga, TN is seeking a physician to grow with our practice.  Currently we are a single physician Adventist owned practice.  We do no hospital and plan to share call with a new physician.  Our office hours are Monday 10a-7p, Tues and Wed 8a-5p, and Thursday 7a-3p.  We are currently closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  Please forward all CV’s and questions to PO Box 1142, Ringgold, GA  30736.  email cgarey@catt.com or our office phone number is 706-935-EXAM.

Obituaries

Col. Brooker Mills D.O. (KCUMB ’61)
Submitted by Don Starkey D.O. October 2, 2008

It is with a very heavy heart that I tell you that one of my best friends, Col. Brooker Mills D.O. passed away
this morning.  Brooker was a graduate of the Kansas City College '61.  He had a long struggle with cancer
which finally invaded his brain and other vital organs.  Our condolences go to his wonderful wife, Joyce, and
family as they struggle with his loss. 

Brooker completed a residency in internal medicine which he practiced in Pennsylvania prior to his enlistment
in the United States Air Force from which he retired with the rank of Colonel.  He was a real credit to the
osteopathic profession, to his Country, to his church and his God.  He will be missed by all who knew him. 

Cards may be sent to:
Mrs. Joyce Mills
1733 Mink Dr.
Apopka, FL 32703-7710
407-889-2189
JANDFLA51@aol.com

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Thomas Campbell D.O.  (KCUMB '56)

July 24, 2008
Dear family and friends ,

My father, Dr. Thomas K. Campbell, passed away gently here
at his home in Bradford, TN yesterday, 7/22/08, at 7:30 pm
with my brother, Kirk, and I at his side. He was alert and
able to enjoy church and outings until the end.
 
His request was to be cremated.
A visitation is scheduled here in Bradford this Friday
night July 22,2008 at the local funeral home (Hunt's on Main st.)
from 5-7pm.
 
The Memorial Service will be Sunday, Aug. 3, 2008 at 2pm at
the Jackson SDA Church , which he helped build, at 1902
Campbell St., Jackson, TN 38305.
 
Suggested donations can be made to the Hines Memorial School at his
church, or to the Bradford Senior Citizen Center.
 
 Karen Campbell
 POB 100,
 Bradford, TN 38316
email : karen@bradfordbb.com
PH: 731-742-3143
Cell: 828-712-3350

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Lisa Berg Thomsen

Sunday July 6, 2008

 I just received a phone call from Sonja Hults, Dalrie and Joan Berg's daughter, telling me that her sister,
Lisa Berg Thomsen, was killed in a motorcycle accident July 4 in Colorado.  She was riding her bike with
her brother, Barry, and his wife.  Details are sketchy but her bike apparently left the road for some unknown
reason.  Her brother performed CPR on her for about 30 minutes while waiting for help to arrive but was unsuccessful. 

 Her other brother, Eric, is in Ireland and so far they have not been able to contact him. 

 The services are planned for this Tuesday, July 8, 11 a.m. at the Northglenn Adventist Church in Northglenn, Colorado. 

 The family is devastated and really need support, especially from each of you who know them .  The entire Berg family have done so much to support NASDAO.  Our hearts certainly go out to them at this tearful time.  Please pray that they will be sustained through this tragedy and that they will be able to make contact with Eric in Ireland soon.

 Dalrie and Joan Berg
11465 Quivas Way
Westminster, CO 80234
303-469-7329
Email: jabbrndhabdoc.msn.com

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 Homer Dunford D.O.   (KCUMB '57)
12-24-23 to 4-1-08

            Homer Dunford passed to his rest 4-1-08 after a prolonged illness following a stroke several years ago.
Dr. Dunford practiced Family Medicine in Phoenix, Arizona for approximately 30 years where he was loved
by many.  He was active in the Glendale SDA Church during this entire period.  He was very active in the
building programs of the church and school operated by the Glendale church.  He also served on the Arizona
Conference Executive Committee as well as filling a position in many of the offices of the church. 
            He had many different hobbies including amateur radio, flying, training and showing horses, training dogs
and ranching.  During his later years he spent much of his time enjoying amateur radio and caring for their small
ranchette in Glendale, Arizona. 
            He is survived by his wife, Hedy, Cartersville, GA.  A son, Larry, Ft. Myers, FL.  And a daughter,
Linda, Taylorsville, GA.
            We look forward to the Great Reunion Day in heaven when all things will be made whole once again.  A
memorial service is planned to be held at the Glendale Adventist Church, May 24, 2008 at 2:30 p.m.

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Ernest Phillips D.O. (KCUMB '58)

You probably haven't heard, but Dr Phillips died early last Sabbath. We are getting ready for the funeral this AM. It will be at Thompson, Halverson and Cole in Ft. Worth. He is to have a military burial in Grand Prairie. That's the same place that Dr. Peters is buried. All of the SDA's from KC are gone, except me of course. Seems very unusual to be alone without those friends. By the way I don't think I told you, but Mary lost her grandson (Jeremy-who was in the Navy and stationed in Detroit) the 18th of this month. Very unusual circumstances and the cause of death has not been established. So we have had more than our share of sadness in recent days.

Don Ross D.O.

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October 6, 2007

A sad note from Bill and Barb Fisher today that Dr. Peter Dipietrantonio's father passed away
October 3.  We extend our sympathy to Peter and his entire family during this time of loss.

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Just A Few Photos From NASDAO 2007
From Bill Fisher D.O.

Thanks Bill!

Click on the thumbnails for a larger picture, then click the back button to return to the
thumbnail photos.

 

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October 6, 2007

A sad note from Bill and Barb Fisher today that Dr. Peter Dipietrantonio's father passed away
October 3.  We extend our sympathy to Peter and his entire family during this time of loss.

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