[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 145 (Friday, October 7, 1994)] [Senate] [Page S] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [Congressional Record: October 7, 1994] From the Congressional Record Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO EDWARD B. McREEMr. RIEGLE. Mr. President, I would like to bring to the attention of my colleagues a renowned leader in health care in the State of Michigan. Mr. Edward B. McRee has just retired from his position as president of Ingham Medical Center Corp. in Lansing MI, after 33 years of service. Mr. McRee is known to many as the ``father of Ingham Medical Center.'' He has developed Ingham Medical Center from its early days as a tuberculosis sanitorium, into the highly specialized, acute-care institution that it is today. The center has become a premier heart care center in mid-Michigan, and is world renowned for implementing the use of arthroscopic surgery. Edward McRee understands the need for comprehensive health care services, but he also believes in trying to control the rising costs. Due to his insight and creativity, Mr. McRee was the guiding force behind the merger of Ingham Medical Center and Lansing General Hospital in 1992, now referred to as Michigan Capital Medical Center. This system has allowed for the resources from each hospital to be joined, which means expanded services for clients at reasonable prices. The leadership, public confidence, and character of Mr. McRee are demonstrated in his achievements in both his professional and private lifestyles. He is a life member of the Michigan Hospital Association, and currently holds positions as a trustee and executive committee member, and he has been a trustee for Blue Cross-Blue Shield of Michigan since 1986. Mr. McRee has been affiliated with numerous other local, State, and national professional, civic and religious organizations. Mr. McRee demonstrates a deep personal commitment to improving the lives of others. He has dedicated his life to raising the quality of care for people in his community and across the United States. He has set a standard that all health care professionals should be proud to follow. For his insights and leadership in the field of health care, I commend Edward McRee. He richly deserves this recognition for his important contributions to health care in Lansing, in Michigan, and in the world. On behalf of the citizens of Michigan, and on behalf of the U.S. Senate, I want to thank Mr. McRee for his outstanding efforts. ____________________