LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Dr. Joseph Ralabate upon the occasion of
his designation as recipient of the Aequanimitas Award by Catholic
Medical Partners

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality of life in the communities across this great State of New York
is enriched by the diligence and compassionate commitment of those indi-
viduals whose singular purpose is the care and welfare of others; and
WHEREAS, In the faithful performance of his duties and responsibil-
ities, Dr. Joseph Ralabate's ongoing efforts and notable achievements
have significantly contributed to bettering the quality of life in his
community; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Dr. Joseph
Ralabate upon the occasion of his designation as recipient of the
Aequanimitas Award by Catholic Medical Partners at its Annual Meeting;
and
WHEREAS, Catholic Medical Partners is a membership organization
comprised of the Catholic Health System, Mercy Hospital, Kenmore Mercy
Hospital, Sister's Hospital, Mt. St. Mary's Hospital and more than 900
physicians; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Joseph Ralabate, a resident of Kenmore, received this
prestigious award from Catholic Medical Partners in recognition of his
steadfast, virtuous, and wise counsel as a board member since 2006; and
WHEREAS, A Board Certified Surgeon, Dr. Joseph Ralabate received his
medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and has been
in practice for 44 years; he currently serves as Chief of Surgery at
Kenmore Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, New York; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure, he continuously displayed initiative
and an unrelenting commitment when pursuing the highest of goals, and he
has served as a role model of leadership to be emulated by all; and
WHEREAS, Rare indeed is the impressive dedication shown by an individ-
ual for the benefit of others which Dr. Joseph Ralabate has displayed
throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence 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. Joseph Ralabate upon the occasion of his designation as recip-
ient of the Aequanimitas Award by Catholic Medical Partners; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Dr. Joseph Ralabate.