2013-K208
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring John D. Fulco, M.D. FSIR upon the occa-
sion of his retirement from Schenectady Radiology, P.C. after 33 years
of dedicated service to the field of medicine
WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in acknowledging its
esteemed residents who have distinguished themselves in their profes-
sion; and
WHEREAS, John D. Fulco, M.D., is being honored by his friends and
colleagues upon the occasion of his retirement after 33 years of dedi-
cated service to the field of medicine; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John D. Fulco began his career by attending The Citadel
in South Carolina; he went on to earn a degree in biology and chemistry
from the University of Long Island and his Doctor of Medicine and
Surgery degree at the University of Bologna in Italy; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John D. Fulco completed his internship and radiology
residency at Long Island Jewish-Hillside Medical Center, and was named
the Center's 1974-1975 Intern of the Year; and
WHEREAS, During his final year at Long Island Jewish-Hillside Medical
Center, Dr. John D. Fulco served as Chief Resident; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John D. Fulco completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular
and Interventional Radiology at Tufts-New England Medical Center in
Boston, where he received certification in Diagnostics and his Interven-
tional certificate; and
WHEREAS, For 25 years, Dr. John D. Fulco gave his time and his talents
teaching and advising courses on Radiological Technology at Hudson
Valley Community College; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John D. Fulco served as Chief of Staff at Ellis Medicine
from 1992 to 1994, as well as serving on many boards and committees
aiding the growth and betterment of the hospital; and
WHEREAS, In 1990, Dr. John D. Fulco was honored by the Medical Society
of the State of New York with the Presidential Citation in recognition
of his dedication to community services; he also received the SIR
Service Award for his commitment as the chair of SIRPAC; and
WHEREAS, Dr. John D. Fulco married Claire Bailey in 1965, and together
they have three children and four grandchildren; he is looking forward
to spending his retirement surrounded by family and friends; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his career, Dr. John D. Fulco has served his
patients with compassion and care; he has contributed to the maintenance
and enhancement of the highest professional standards, sharing with
others his knowledge and expertise, as well as his dedication and
commitment to quality health care; 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 John D. Fulco, M.D. FSIR upon the occasion of his retirement from
Schenectady Radiology, P.C. after 33 years of dedicated service to the
field of medicine; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. John D. Fulco.