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Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine

The following pages represent
the academic and social
organizations of the Ohio
College of Podiatric Medicine.
These clubs and activities make
the long days of study seem
short while we are at OCPM,
and make the memories we will
look back on when we leave.

'' There is no time like the present.
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Occopodian Staff

Khase relaxes after a hard day Anthonytakestimeouttostrut Rob and Khase at the Clinical Gina, Maria, and Rob stop
of working on the yearbook. his stuff! Symposium hosted by clowning around long enough
OPMSA. Jeremy is hoping to to pose for the camera!
get noticed in the background!

Staff members are: Rob

Weinstein, Maria

Rob Weinstein, Editor. Markiewicz, Gina

Weatherly, Anthony

Rosales, Khase Wilkinson,

and Rich Kunig.

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Ohio Podiatric Medical Student's Association

The OPMSA, student government of the

Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, is

led by executive board members elected

by the student body to serve one or two

, year terms.
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Below: Some kids want to be
force fed.

Above: The more we drink, the
better we bowl.

Above: Khase and John discuss
the concept of the fanny pack.

Left: Old OPMSA executive board
crash the party..

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Right: Officers diligently working
towards a better college for the fu-
ture.

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Left: The Wittingham family rew1ion.

Left: This 80's fashion queen takes
bowling to an extreme.

Bottom: Run Kazu MC and 2 Live
Crew.

Top: Khase and Jeremy take the chal-
lenge of The Race for the Cure.

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APMSA Delegates clockwise from top

left:
Roxanne Toole, Rob Przynosch, Ralph
Esposito, Trevor Davy, Charlie Pittle.

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APMSA

AGK

AGK is one of OCPM's largest and oldest AGK is one of the most popular fraternities at the
academic and social fraternities, with Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. The fraternity
members representing all class years. sponsors many events annually, including their re-
nowned end of the year formal, in which students,
Tony Sgambati, President. faculty, and alumni celebrate a night of dinner and
dancing. AGK holds many conferences, bringing in
At the 1999 AGK Formal, outside speakers to lecture on current issues in podi-
new members and old are atric medicine and surgery. AGK continues to be one
welcomed by the incoming of the largest academic affiliated student groups at
officers. President Tony the college, and their diverse interests. and events
Sgambati pledges to make continues to draw members of all OCPM class years.
this the best year for AGK in
OCPM history.

Above: These fine upstanding young
gentlemen take a break from the for-
mal festivities to pose for the
Occopodian.

Carlos and Eric demonstrate the
proper use of a canoe paddle. We
aren't sure why Carlos is blindfolded.

I58 Right: OCPM's one and only, the
fearless Bernabe Canlas, past AGK
president and a previous editor of the
Occopodian, presenting achievement
awards at the AGK formal.

AGK

Left: John finally lands a 360 ollie
impossible frontslide fakie kickflip
mctwist on the skate game at Jillian's.
Matt stands by ready to sign auto-
graphs should anyone need them.

Below: The virtual reality machine
really psyched Christine out. We had
to send ski patrol after her when the
avalanche hit.

Left: This guy forgot his AGK blind- Above: Is it me or do AGK members
fold so he figured if he closed his eyes wear blindfolds everywhere they go?
everyone would think he had one on.

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Kappa Tau Epsilon

Kappa Tau Epsilon is one of OCPM's largest This year KTE sponsored many events, including
professional fraternities, sponsoring both lectures on podiatry related topics. This organization
social and academic events annually. is known for promoting excellence in academics, in
addition to providing a social venue for many of
Jeff Lehrman, President
OCPM's students as well as faculty.

KTE's annual flag foo tball outing is
one of the most popular of their an-
nual events.

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ACFAS

The American College of Foot and Ankle Year after year membership in ACFAS grows as does
Surgeons Student Chapter is one of the most the organization's activities roster. Sponsoring sutur-
active professional organizations ar OCPM. ing and plastic surgery workshops as well as many
lectures and presentations, this club continues to be
ACFAS Officers. one of the most respected and active organizations ar
Clockwise from left to right:
OCPM.
Marvin Williams, Jennifer
Keaser, Tammy Whitaker,

and president Heather
Whitesel.

Above: Club officers recruit new mem-
bership at the incoming student ori-
entation luncheon.

Right: Hey, you must have been a
boyscout, I recognize that double-slip
box knot overhand throw!

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Left: A frustrated, semi-delirious John Below: Thuan insists on holding the
Smedley receives special instruction knot down with his finger as Marvin
from Dr. Weaver. It is encouraging to throws a square knot.
see such progress in such a short pe-
riod of time. This institution should
be proud.

Above: John looks puzzled.

The American Association for
Women Podiatrists is an organiza-
tion which demonstrates excellence
in both academic sponsorship and
communityinvovement. Members
have the opportunity to participate
in various pediatric medicine re-
lated activites, including working
at the Cleveland Women's Shelter
and Free Clinic. As one of the
largest organizations at OCPM, the
group caters to the diverse podia-
try community, includingstudents,
faculty, area practitioners and the
public. Events sponsored by
AAWP include SOAP note writing
workshops, co-sponsorship of the
Ohio Pediatric Medical Student's
Clinical Symposium, Blood Drive,
and many other social events.

Club officers for the 1999-2000 Aca-
demic year include:

President
Lisa Keeney

Vice President for Clinical Affairs
Judy Outsa

Vice President for Local Affairs
Arny Miller

Recording Secretary
Peggy Withrow

Corresponding Secretary
Debbie Cook

Treasurer
Sandy Noll

Battered Women's Shelter
Camille Harris
Jennifer Keaser
Consuela Williams

Free Clinic
Jennifer Fath
Gina Weatherly
Tammy Whitaker

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Sports Medicine Club

Members of the Sports Medicine Club take a OCPM Sports Medicine Club is one of the most activ~
moment to pose for the camera. clubs on campus again this year. The club is designec
to provide podiatry students exposure to orthopedic
Sports Medicine Club officers practice as it relates to podiatric medicine. The clul:
clockwise from left to right: sponsors many events throughout the school yem
Matt Hansen, Andrew such as ankle taping workshops. Club members rep-
Bartell, president Nick resent The Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine a1
Campitelli, Amanda Mudrey, many athletic events around the Cleveland area offer-
and Brian Belgin. Not shown ing such services as blister care and ankle splinting.
are: Sandy Noll and Greg
Brockbank.

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Above: Nick shares the secret hand-
shake of the OCPM Sports Medicine
Club!

Right: It must have been a hard days
work at the Marathon. Or was it
something else?

Right: Even Heather couldn't woo
Jason with her bag of tricks!

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PAD

The Podiatric Association for Diabetes is The Podiatric Association for Diabetes embodies the
involved in educating the public of foot
problems associated with this disease. idea that indeed education is the key to prevention. A

PAD President Jason Roy. large percentage of diabetics will require podiatric
We aren' t sure if he is on the medical services within their lifetime, and PAD edu-
phone with his bookie, other cates both podiatrists and the public on pedal mani-
festations of this common illness. Club membership
PAD officers, or 800-HOT- continues to grow, as does this organizations activity
DATE. in the community and within OCPM.

Above: Recruitment efforts.

Right: Jason Roy decides to
have his reflexes looked at.
Yeah, w e kn ew it was you
behind that red nose.

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SNPMA

Student National Podiatric Medical Association

SNPMA is one of the most active of OCPM's clubs and
is known for their many academic conferences and
activities at OCPM and around the community. Some
of these events include Big Brother/Big Sister pro-
gram, International Food Festival, Radiology lectures,
Journal Club, and many other fundraisers.

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Above: The Practice Management
Club officers pose with Dr. Stuart
Schilling.

Below: Dr. Robert Purdy

ractice Management Club

Officers of The Practice Management Club.

Mr. Jack Bartell Dr. Michael Forman

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Soccer

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Soccer I 77

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CONGRATULATIONS

wow

YOU DID IT!

Dr. JANE

SOUNDS GREAT!!
LOVE

MOM, DAD and RICK

Congratulations! Reiko,

You have accomplished so much in life through your hard
work and dedication. We are all very proud of you and
wanted to congratulate you on reaching your goal.

"Congratulations Dr. Adams"

Love,
Mom, Dad, Dee-Dee, Diane and Rudy

Dear Jessica,
Your determination, sincerity, compassion, and hon-

esty have been an inspiration to us. We are proud of your
achievements, and we pray that the Lord will bless and
guide you in the years ahead.

Love,
Dad and Mom

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'I Congratulations
Christy!
Congratulations
~" urte! Words can't begin to describe the love and
pride we feel for you. From the time you were
We are very proud of your great accom- a little girl, you have always set high goals for
plishment. We always knew you would yourself and have worked diligently towards
reach your goal of becoming a doctor. We
celebrate your achievement and wish you fulfilling your dreams. We wish you love,
much success in your future endeavors. happiness and success.
Lots of love,
Love,
The Shepherd Family Mom, Dad, Amy, Mom Mom Kaye, and your 4
"Special" Guardian Angels

Congratulations Jim,
We are so very proud of you. We want you to

know we appreciate all the hard work you have
put forth toward this very special goal in your
life.

We Love You,
Sharon, J.R. and Todd

You have come so far in all you've done
You truly are #1
With your future ahead one foot at a time
Let it be said, you are mighty fine
As you light your way through the crowd,
Always know you make us very proud.
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Briana

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Richard L. Kunig, D.P.M

May 26, 2000
Happy Birthday
Happy Anniversary
Congratulations Dr. Dad!
Love,

Barb & R.C.

Megan,
To dream is good, it gives you something to pursue. Then comes reality when you pursue
the dream. As you stand today and graduate, your dream has become your reality. Look to
your next dream and pursue with reality to conclusion.
We are all very proud of you.
Love,
Your family

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Congratulations Tom, Congratulations Martin
Your dream has always been to become a on all you have
doctor. We are all so proud and happy that achieved. We are
your dream has become a reality. You set proud of you and wish
goals and worked very hard to achieve them. you much success.
May your future bring you love, happiness,
Love,
and success. Mom, Dad and Gram
Love,

Mom, Dad, Lisa, David, Crystal

Tommy
You have been such an understand-
ing and caring person. You always

take the time to listen and under-
stand a person's feelings. You're
always there to advise and give

help when needed. I hope you
succeed in all you do especially in
your profefssion, but above all I
wish you happiness and fulfillment

along the way in life.
Love,

Aunt Marsha

Dear Debbie,

Congratulations to our wonderful daughter on this
tremendous accomplishment! We are so proud of
you. May success and happiness follow every "foot-
step" that you take.

Love You,
Mom, Dad, Brian, Tara, Wesley, and Carolanne

Tom my

We always knew you would accomplish what you set
out to do. You are blessed with these great qualities:
honesty, decency, and respectability. You have
grown into a very handsome man Dr. Tom and we are
very proud of you. Congratulations!

Love,

Grandma and Grandpa Pesa

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Congratulations Bernabe

Your dream has
always been to be-
come a doctor, and
you finally made it.
Congratulations.
Love,
Mom, Dad and
Natasha

Congratulations Kevin !

After years of hard work and sacrifices you have reached the
goal you set for yourself. We are very proud of you and what
you have accomplished.
Love,

Mom and Dad

Congratulations Kory !

Once again we are very proud of your accomplishments.
You have made us proud endless times. We love you very
much. May God bless you with good health and much
happiness.
Love,
Mom, Dad, Kelly, Kyle, Lynette, Alexis, Emma, and Nan

Congratulations Congratulations to our
Andy son, Dr.Theodore B.
McKee. You achieved
We wish you a future of good your dream!
health, happiness and suc-
cess. Love always,
We're very proud of you.
Mom & Dad
Love,
Mom. Dad & Molly Congratulations Jennie,

DEAREST JEAN We admire your tenacity and dedication.
Your compassion and cheerfulness will
We are proud of your accomplishments and all make you a wonderful doctor. You are our
that you have achieved at OCPM. You make sunshine.
our family very special. Your dad and mom are
very proud of you now and always. God bless Love,
you with health and happiness.
Mom & Dad
Love,
The Chen family

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Congratulations, Randy

We couldn't be happier for you or more proud. You
continue to bring joy to our lives; most recently you
added to that joy by marrying your beautiful wife,
thus giving us a wonderful daughter-in-law. Now as
a podiatrist, you and your brother can look after our
feet.
We love you with all our hearts. May your future be
filled with happiness and success.
All our love,

Mom and Papa

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations Kent

We are so very proud of your great
accomplishments at OCPM and for
being the wonderful son and brother
you are.

Love,
Dad, Mom and Patrick

CONGRATULATIONS KEVIN D. MYER Congratulatons! Peggy
Is this when you decided to become a podiatrist?
We are proud of your accomplishments at OCPM. We are very proud of you.
You make our family very special. Love,
Mom & Dad
"All things work together for good to them that love God"
Romans 8:28

Dad, Mom & family

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations Mike

e are very proud of your ac-
complishments and all that
you have achieved at OCPM.
You are very special.

Love,

Mom & Dad

DR. JENNIFER L. DERCOLI

Congratulations Sweetheart!
You 've actualized a major
goal.

BRAVO!!!

Love eternally,

Mom, Dad, Nicolas,
and Allison

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LEE

We have watched you
mature into a fine Doctor
of Podiatric Medicine.
We rejoice with you in
your accomplishments and
are very proud of you.
We wish you everything
that you wish for yourself-
-and more.
With all of our love to you
at this, your special time--
Mom and Dad

Congratulations Douglas "If one advances confidently in the direction of his dreams, and
Your dream has always been to become a doctor and you endeavors to live the life which he has imagined, he will meet
finally made it. You made our family very special. Your with a success unexpected in common hours."
mom and dad are very proud of you. May the future
bring you happiness and success as you go out into the Henry David Thoreau
world.
All our love and most heartfelt congratulations!
Love, Mom and Dad Dad and Mom

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Congratulations Lori. Congratulations Kevin.
We are so very proud of you and May the road rise up to
all you have accomplished. May
God bless you as you begin your meet your well-doc-
tored feet. We're very
new career with wisdom and
compassion, patience and love. proud of you.
Love, Dad and Mom and all of your Love,

family Mom, Dad and David

Kevin,
I need a podiatrist!
You've made me very proud.

I love you,
Tara

CONGRATULATIONS JASON

Thank you for making us so proud to say our
son the doctor! Through hard work you have
accomplished so much in your 26 years. Tomi
says you always had a way of jumping in feet
first.
We love you.
Dad, Mom and Tomi

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Congratulations Chris.
My Sonny Dearest,

I am very proud of your accomplishment and
that you have achieved your goal. I knew all
the time you could do anything through God

who strengthens you. Keep the faith Son.
I love you always,

Your Mama Dearest
and Family

When you were five years old you
told Mom that you wanted to be a
doctor or a hobo. Today it gives us
great joy and happiness to tell you --

Congratulations, Dr. Marianne
Love,

Mom, Dad, Michele and Flower
PS: You made the right choice.

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Congratulations Paul and Julie. All the family "If one advances confi-
celebrates your achievement and wishes you all dently in the direction of
the best for your futures, including your upcoming his dreams, and endeav-
marriage in September. We are so proud of both ors to live the life which
of you and all of your accomplishments, and to he has imagined, he will
Paul for being the Valedictorian for the Class of meet with success unex-

2000. Your hard work has paid off. pected in common
hours."
All our love, -Thoreau

Mom, Dad and family Ian,
Tu nous remplis de fierte. Nous
admirons ton courage et tes efforts
acharnes. Sois assure que tes sacri-

fices n'aurons pas ete vains.
On t'aime mon homme,
Ta Famille du Quebec

For Lending me:
Your arms when I needed a hug,
Your shoulder when I needed to cry,
Your ears when I needed to bitch,
And for always celebrating my birthday.

Thanks for being my family.
Lots of love,
Bronwyn

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Congratulations Lisa!

As a little girl you wanted to become a doctor.
We are so proud of you. May God bless you
with health, happiness, success and healing
hands.

Love,
Mom, Brandon, Mama Kemp and Max

Congratulations Andy Dominic-

We are proud of your
accomplishments. Your dream
of becoming a doctor is now a
reality.
We celebrate your achievement.
Love,
Mom, Dad and Eric

Congratulations! Congratulations in achieving your dream. All the
Dear Scott, years of hard work and study have been worth the
We know your pa- effort. You are a Doctor! !We are so very proud of you.
tients will love you as God Bless you!
much as we do! We
are very proud of Love,
you! Mom and Dad
Love,
Mom, Dad and Alex

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Congratulations Brandon!

Congratulations and best wishes
in all your accomplishments. You
always strive to be the best you
could be. Continue to be your-
self and in the future you will find
happiness and success. We are

proud of you.
Love,

Mamma, Teach and E.J.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Congratulations Ryan!
Your dream fulfilled
" a doctor."

We are so very proud of you.
Remember, always give Praise
and Glory to God our Father.
May the future bring you love,

happiness and success
as you go out into your profes-

sion.
Love,
Dad, Mom and Jonathan.

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Congratulations Talia Congratulations Char

Your dream has always You've come a long way Smilie!
been to become a doctor I love you,
Rob
and you made it.
We love you dearly.

Hosea, Bea, Tim, Nicki,
Kim

DR.CHRISTOPHER KESTNER

We are so proud of you achieving your dream of becoming a
doctor. We wish you love, health, happiness and success.
Congratulations Chris! We love you,

Mom, Dad and Patrick

Dear Dina,
Congratulations on your great accomplishments.
You made it sweet heart! We are so proud of you!
May the future bring you love, happiness and
success.
Love,
Mom, Dad and Steven

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