H.R. No. 614
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Dr. Benjamin Weiner, whose medical career spanned
more than 40 years, has made an immeasurable contribution to the
health of residents in Brazoria County; and
WHEREAS, After completing his training in Houston, Dr. Weiner
began a primary care medical practice in Alvin in 1966; on visits to
nursing-home patients in Angleton, however, he saw the new Angleton
Danbury Medical Center being constructed, and he decided to
establish an office across from the hospital campus; Dr. Weiner
commenced his practice in Angleton in September 1969, two months
before the hospital opened its doors, and he has the distinction of
having admitted the hospital's first patient; and
WHEREAS, From the outset, Dr. Weiner played an integral role
in the success and growth of ADMC; he introduced the "On Call"
system, served as the first secretary-treasurer of the original
medical staff of eight physicians, and also served as chief of
staff; during his long and productive association with the
hospital, he witnessed a dramatic evolution in its services; the
facility now offers state-of-the-art technology, private patient
suites, comprehensive inpatient and outpatient surgery, full
emergency and intensive care units, and a health and wellness
center and boasts a medical staff of more than 75; and
WHEREAS, In the course of his practice, Dr. Weiner
additionally served as medical director of five Brazoria County
nursing homes and as director for a hospice organization, a home
health agency, and a center serving medically and physically
challenged individuals; held in high esteem within his profession,
he was asked to be a medical expert in many court cases, and he
oversaw the training of medical students and physician assistants
for The University of Texas Medical Branch; and
WHEREAS, In 2007, Dr. Weiner was honored by Angleton Danbury
Medical Center with its Legacy Award, an accolade presented to
physicians who embody the highest values of the medical profession;
and
WHEREAS, After devoting 42 years to the practice of medicine
and to building a strong medical presence in Angleton, Dr. Weiner
retired in September 2007; today he enjoys spending time with his
wife Gebe, his three children, and his two grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Benjamin Weiner has garnered the lasting respect
and admiration of his fellow doctors, his patients, the employees
of Angleton Danbury Medical Center, and people from throughout the
surrounding communities, and he may indeed reflect with great pride
on his many achievements and contributions; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby honor Dr. Benjamin Weiner for his outstanding
medical career and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued
happiness and fulfillment; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Weiner as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Bonnen
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 614 was adopted by the House on March
8, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House