CC Memories - Where Did The Years Go?

Alumni Reminisce on School Days Gone By

WHERE DID THE YEARS GO?

Don Jablonski, D.O., F.A.O.D.M.E., F.A.C.O.F.P ‘61

I am 78 and retired this year. Some of my most rewarding years were at 6565 West Outer Drive. I was a “band boy” which really made the CC experience even better at pep rallies, football and basketball games, and of course, our concerts. I not only received a great foundation for college, but also had fun along the way.

After CC, I attended Assumption University (University of Windsor). I graduated with a BSc in Biology/Chemistry. With my degree, I pursued a career in medical sales and, eventually, became a Regional Sales Manager for Alcon’s Surgical Products Division.

At the age of 30, I decided to apply to medical school. It took two years of preparation, and I finally started my education in 1976 and graduated in 1980. I have practiced Family Medicine for over 40 years, and being a family doctor was almost as enjoyable as being a student at CC!

Career accomplishments include: President of two state Medical Associations; Director of Medical Education, supervising Internship and Family Medicine training; Associate Professor of Family Medicine at Ohio University; Physician of the Year (for the United States) in 2004 awarded by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians; first Osteopathic Physician on the North Carolina Medical Board in its 150 years; elected President of the Board in 2010 after serving six years; finally, six medical mission trips to Honduras.

I have been blessed and thank the LORD every day for leading me throughout my life. God Bless CC and those who instilled in me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.

INVITATION FOR THE CLASS OF 1972 ON THEIR

50TH ANNIVERSARY

Following the practice begun by the Class of 1965 on the 50th anniversary of their graduation, we are inviting the Class of 1972 to submit their biographies for inclusion in the next issue of the Aluminator. Please email us an item of 200 to 300 words by no later than February 28, 2022. It should be written in the first person. If possible, please send a JPEG picture of yourself including a descriptive caption.