SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1043
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dr. Kim A. Cockins for his many contributions to his
community and his state; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Cockins has for 25 years engaged in the
practice of medicine as a cardiologist; a graduate of the Ohio
State University College of Medicine, he performed his residency
at Akron City Hospital and completed a cardiology fellowship at
the West Virginia University School of Medicine, where he was
actively involved in academic research and served as a study
coordinator for various medical trials; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Cockins established a practice in Brownsville
after realizing the city did not have a full, modern cardiac
program; he worked with a local cardiovascular surgeon to create
Brownsville's first open-heart surgical program, which has
enjoyed great success; and
WHEREAS, Over the course of his career, Dr. Cockins has
performed countless procedures and has played a vital role in the
lives of his patients and his community; he is truly deserving of
recognition for his expertise and his many achievements; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby commend Dr. Kim A. Cockins for his many
accomplishments and recognize him as a valued citizen of the Lone
Star State; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Lucio
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 19, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate