Bill Text: GA HR1821 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Fripp-Vincent; Dr. Vikisha; commend
Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 3)
Status: (Passed) 2010-03-24 - House Read and Adopted [HR1821 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2009-HR1821-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 1821
By:
Representatives Mayo of the
91st,
Abdul-Salaam of the
74th,
and Williams of the
89th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Dr. Vikisha Fripp-Vincent; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Dr. Vikisha Fripp-Vincent has long been recognized by the citizens of this state
for her leadership in the field of medicine, her compassionate treatment of her
patients, and her deep concern for the well-being of others; and
WHEREAS,
a graduate of the DeKalb County public school system, Dr. Fripp-Vincent earned a
bachelor's degree and medical degree from Fisk University and Meharry Medical
College, completed general surgery training at Howard University Hospital, and
trained in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Cornell University-New York
City Presbyterian Hospital; and
WHEREAS,
Dr. Fripp-Vincent is double board certified and is a Diplomate of the American
Board of Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgeons, and the International
College of Surgeons; and
WHEREAS,
this talented plastic surgeon established Premier Plastic Surgery Associates in
Decatur, focusing her practice on body sculpting, cosmetic and reconstructive
breast surgery, and nonsurgical enhancement of the face and eyes and utilizing
Regenesis Spa, which provides laser hair removal, vein treatment, and skin
resurfacing treatments; and
WHEREAS,
a believer of both internal and external beauty, Dr. Fripp-Vincent stresses the
importance of a healthy, well-balanced diet and exercise and believes surgery
affords the surgeon and patient the opportunity to sculpt individual creations;
and
WHEREAS,
Dr. Fripp-Vincent has operating privileges at Piedmont Hospital, Northside
Hospital, and DeKalb Medical Center and is a member of the American Society of
Plastic Surgeons, Association of Women Surgeons, Atlanta Women's Medical
Alliance, American Medical Association, and Atlanta Medical Association;
and
WHEREAS, a devoted community leader, Dr. Fripp-Vincent works diligently promoting self-esteem and self-worth in young men and women as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., and a volunteer guest lecturer at Spelman College and Morehouse School of Medicine; and
WHEREAS, a devoted community leader, Dr. Fripp-Vincent works diligently promoting self-esteem and self-worth in young men and women as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc., and a volunteer guest lecturer at Spelman College and Morehouse School of Medicine; and
WHEREAS,
Dr. Fripp-Vincent was recognized as the 2009 Physician of the Year by the
Spelman College medical society and has been featured on
Fox 5
Atlanta and
Good Day
Xtra speaking on ways to enhance natural
beauty; and
WHEREAS,
a member of the Junior League of Atlanta and the Truancy Intervention Project,
Dr. Fripp-Vincent is involved with the East Bound Foundation, a nonprofit
organization that supports disadvantaged young people through scholarships,
tutoring, and reading programs.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend Dr. Vikisha Fripp-Vincent on her exemplary medical career and
her commitment to uplifting the lives of others through her community
work.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Dr. Vikisha
Fripp-Vincent.
