LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Charles M. Lombardi upon the occa-
sion of his designation as recipient of the 2012 American Podiatric
Medical Association's Award of Excellence

WHEREAS, Individuals who give of their time and energies and serve the
best interests of their communities are an asset beyond remuneration and
cannot be sufficiently extolled; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has given not only of his time and
energies but also of his competence, intelligence and leadership and
consequently has been designated for special honor; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. Charles M.
Lombardi upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the 2012
American Podiatric Medical Association's Award of Excellence to be
presented at the APMA House of Delegates Meeting, March 18-19, 2012, in
Washington, D.C.; and
WHEREAS, This most distinguished award is bestowed upon those individ-
uals who have demonstrated outstanding national accomplishments in
scientific, professional or civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi earned his Bachelor of Science degree
from Cornell University in 1978; he continued his education at Pennsyl-
vania College of Podiatric Medicine where he completed his Doctor of
Podiatric Medicine in 1982; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi spent two years of post-doctoral
training as a Foot and Ankle Surgery Resident at Parkview
Hospital/Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine; and
WHEREAS, Since completing his residency in 1984, Dr. Charles M.
Lombardi has worked in Private Practice of Podiatric Surgery and Medi-
cine on Francis Lewis Boulevard, New York, New York; and
WHEREAS, In addition to private practice, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has
held many hospital appointments and is currently serving as Chief of
Foot Surgery and Podiatric Services at Flushing Hospital Medical Center;
he is also a staff member at St. Joseph's Hospital in Flushing, New
York; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his impressive career, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has
graciously devoted his skills and talents to future generations through
numerous academic appointments both past and present; and
WHEREAS, Currently, this accomplished physician serves as Clinical
Assistant Professor of Podiatry in Surgery for Cornell University
Medical College; Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery, External
Faculty, for New York College of Podiatric Medicine; and as Director of
Podiatric Medical Education for both New York Hospital-Queens and New
York Flushing Hospital; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has been called upon to contribute
his time and talents to countless civic and charitable endeavors and has
always given of himself unstintingly; and
WHEREAS, A leader in his field, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi serves as a
member of the Legislative Committee and the Scientific Committee for the
New York State Podiatric Medical Association; and
WHEREAS, Moreover, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi is a current Board Member
of the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners as well as Council
Member for the Council on Podiatric Medical Education; and
WHEREAS, During the entire period of his community service, a period
of constructive involvement, Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has stood constant
in dignity, good grace and humor; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Dr. Charles M. Lombardi has
displayed throughout his life; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the quality of life in their community and have shown a long and
sustained commitment to the maintenance of high standards in their
profession, certainly have earned the recognition and applause of all
the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Dr. Charles M. Lombardi upon the occasion of his designation as
recipient of the 2012 American Podiatric Medical Association's Award of
Excellence; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Charles M. Lombardi.