[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 156 (Thursday, December 2, 2010)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2037-E2038] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] A TRIBUTE TO MS. SUSAN N. KLEINROCK ______ HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS- of new york in the house of representatives Thursday, December 2, 2010 Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Ms. Susan N. Kleinrock. Ms. Kleinrock was born in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Martin and Ruth Kleinrock. [[Page E2038]] She is a product of the New York City public education system and has received awards of excellence for both her academic and community success. While still a high school student, Ms. Kleinrock began her career in healthcare; on weekend and evenings she volunteered at Coney Island Hospital. She was later nominated and accepted to the MJ3DEX Program, which affords pre-med students specialized training and opportunities to explore careers in healthcare. Ms. Kleinrock graduated from New York University and completed her doctoral studies at Syracuse University. After completing her graduate training in Psychology, Ms. Kleinrock expanded her knowledge base in healthcare administration and quality management; she became a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. In her career, Ms. Kleinrock has come full circle. She started at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center, as the Coordinating Manager for Inpatient Psychiatry and later became the Assistant Director of Quality Management. With this position, she developed, implemented and trained clinical staff on standardized medical record documentation for both mental health and chemical dependency programs. Ms. Kleinrock also wrote the Certificate of Need application for the Medically Managed Detoxification Unit which opened in 1989. In 1993, Ms. Kleinrock went to work for the Bellevue Medical and Mental Health Center; she was responsible for the quality, risk and regulatory activities of the Department of Psychiatry. This department of Bellevue is the largest public healthcare system in the country and has earned recognition for excellent clinical and administrative accomplishments. In 2010, Ms. Kleinrock returned to Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center as the Deputy Director of Psychiatry; she continues to work as a member of the Joint Commission Survey Preparation Team. In addition to all her professional responsibilities, Ms. Kleinrock is also a member of the Board of Directors of the American Association of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, where she advocates for quality mental health and psychosocial rehabilitation. Ms. Kleinrock believes that patient safety and quality care are vital components of a strong public healthcare system. She is endlessly committed to assisting the Woodhull staff in accomplishing this mission. Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing the achievements of Ms. Susan N. Kleinrock. ____________________