Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great sadness to remember the life of my friend, Dr. Sam Magee, who unexpectedly passed away this past weekend. An exemplary surgeon, Dr. Magee dedicated his life to serving his patients and our Blair County community. Sam, as the son of an Altoona surgeon, proudly carried forth his family tradition. Most recently, Dr. Magee cared for American veterans as the chief of staff of the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center. In this new role, Dr. Magee was an instrumental partner in the launch of my Homegrown Health Care initiative, which aims to reverse the doctor shortage in rural communities. Dr. Sam Magee was a champion for solutions to tough problems. Together, we shared a mission to improve Pennsylvanians' access to quality healthcare, regardless of ZIP Code. In addition to his work at the VA, Dr. Magee spent more than 35 years practicing in Altoona, Pennsylvania, saving lives and improving our local healthcare. My family and I personally came to experience his great skills. As both a fellow Altoona native, and Penn State and Temple Medical School graduates, Dr. Magee and I shared so much in common. More than a colleague, I considered him a very dear friend. As we remember his life and his legacy, I also give thanks for his meaningful contributions to his patients, to our community, and to our medical profession. Even in sorrow, we celebrate Dr. Magee's life and his indelible contributions to the world.…”