LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring William A. Petersen, M.D. upon the occa-
sion of his induction into the CDPHP Physicians' Academy Class of 2012

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and pay
tribute to those individuals within the medical field who distinguish
themselves through professional excellence and who have made significant
contributions to the quality of life of citizens in the State of New
York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
William A. Petersen, M.D. upon the occasion of his induction into the
CDPHP Physicians' Academy Class of 2012 at its Eighth Annual Awards
Celebration; and
WHEREAS, This illustrious honor was bestowed upon Dr. William A.
Petersen in recognition of his contributions to shaping and improving
health care in his community, as well as his delivery of high-quality
care, development and observance of best practices, and his willingness
to mentor colleagues and staff; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1984 as a physician-founded, member-focused,
and community-based not-for-profit health plan, CDPHP and its affiliates
are uniquely positioned to serve as a model of quality and health value,
offering members in 24 counties throughout New York a full array of
innovative products; and
WHEREAS, Dr. William A. Petersen has spent the bulk of his career in
private practice, including 48 years at Shaker Pediatrics in Latham, New
York, where he has developed close relationships with his patients and
their families; and
WHEREAS, This prominent physician welcomes change and opportunities
which result in better care for his patients; he has also embraced elec-
tronic medical records and is helping his practice implement the CDPHP
Enhanced Primary Care initiative, a medical home model which is trans-
forming the way doctors care for their patients; and
WHEREAS, Dr. William A. Petersen has served as attending physician at
numerous area hospitals, including Albany Medical Center and St. Peter's
Hospital, where he continues to work, and has been recognized nationally
in the field of pediatrics, authoring the Pediatric Emergency chapter in
a leading textbook on emergency room care; and
WHEREAS, As a leader in his profession, Dr. William A. Petersen has
proven himself to be a great asset to medicine and to the health and
welfare of the citizens of the State of New York; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom 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 William A. Petersen, M.D. upon the occasion of his induction into
the CDPHP Physicians' Academy Class of 2012; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to William A. Petersen, M.D.