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Wesley Grimes Byerly Jr., CMED ’50, and his wife recently embarked on a world trip, visiting such places as Hong Kong, South Vietnam (where Byerly served in the Vietnam War in 1969-70), Thailand, India (where he worked for two weeks in the Anglican Church Health Clinic in Calcutta), Turkey, and England.
Mark Estrada, MD ’93, and his wife Teresa welcomed their daughter, Caitlin, in May 2008. Mark works a reduced schedule in order to spend more time with his family.
70s Robert J. Tallaksen, MD ’76, professor and program director in the Department of Radiology at the West Virigina University School of Medicine, was recently elected to the Faculty AOA and full professor in 2010. He resides in Morgantown, WV. Mark E. Williams, MD ’76, former head of the UNC Program on Aging, recently published his book, Geriatric Physical Diagnosis: A Guide to Observation and Assessment [ISBN-13: 978-0-7864-30093]. A review published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) describes the text as “...a wonderful new resource...” JAMA subscribers can read the full review here: http://bit.ly/giUZV1.
80s Dianne Zwicke, MD ’82, recently traveled to London, England, to present her 10-year data on the treatment of pulmonary hypertension (PHTN) in pregnant patients. Zwicke met with UK government officials to assist them in establishing care for pregnant patients with PHTN under their national health care system. Zwicke plans to submit her manuscript for publication in the next few months. Margaret A. Noel, MD ’83, is founder and director emeritus of Asheville-based MemoryCare, a non-profit organization serving individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. MemoryCare was honored earlier this year by the Premier healthcare alliance with the 19th Annual Monroe E. Trout Premier Cares Award, which included a monetary gift of $70,000.
In Memoriam Charles “Buddy” Richardson Martin, Jr, MD ’92, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2011, at his home. He was 45. A graduate of Jacksonville High School, Davidson College, and UNCChapel Hill, Buddy was a Doctor of Pediatrics. He had two practices in Arizona, Southwestern Pediatrics in Phoenix and also in Maricopa. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Amiah; parents, Dr. Charles and Rebecca Martin of Jacksonville; and three sisters, Susan Martin Nipper of Jacksonville, Caroline Martin of Atyrau, Kazakhstan, and Elizabeth Martin Angell of Durham. Buddy’s tenacity, courage, wit and intelligence overshadowed any of his physical limitations. He served as an inspiration to others facing challenges in their lives. Funeral services were held Feb. 22, 2011, at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial followed at Oakdale Cemetery in Wilmington. Donations can be made to the Charles R. “Buddy” Martin Jr., Memorial Scholarship Fund, benefiting Davidson College and supporting people with physical disabilities, c/o RBC Bank, 2885 Western Blvd, Jacksonville, NC 28546. David G. Stroup, Sr., CMED ’46, passed away on July 7, 2010. David was born in Newell, NC, on September 27, 1923. David received his formal education from Erskine College, UNC-Chapel Hill, and completed his medical degree at Vanderbilt Medical School in 1948. He served as a captain in the US Army Medical Corps from 1950–1952. David was board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and practiced in Atlanta, Ga., from 1954–1992. After retirement, Dave and Betty moved to the Landings at Skidaway Island, then to Brentwood, Tenn., in 2003. He was a life member of the American College of OB/GYN, Georgia representative of South Atlantic Conference-OB/GYN, president of Atlanta OB/GYN, chief of staff at
South Fulton Hospital in Atlanta, founding member of Arlington Schools and adjunct instructor of interns for Emory University. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Elizabeth Rabun; children: David Stroup, Jr., Susan (Markus) Mittermayr and Betty Anne (Tom) Mills; siblings: Paul (Lib) Stroup, Ben (Hazeline) Stroup, Kathryn (Jim) Bennett, Mary Hendricks, and Don (Jeanette) Stroup; grandchildren: Anthony, Karl, Caroline and Michael. Contributions can be made to The Tribute Fund, Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, 2525 West End Avenue, Suite 450, Nashville, TN 37203-1738 or the charity of your choice. Robert H. Vinson, MD ’54, 81, died June 1, 2010 in Vero Beach, Fla. He was born in Ahoskie, North Carolina, and lived in Vero Beach for fifty years. Dr. Bob graduated salutatorian, Ahoskie High School in 1947. He received his BS and medical degrees from UNC, interned at the University of Iowa, and was the first pediatric resident graduate at the University of Florida College of Medicine, wherein he later became a clinical professor. He served as a captain in the US Air Force in Seville, Spain. He established his practice in pediatrics in Vero Beach in 1960. Subsequently, he was actively involved in volunteer and leadership capacities in many organizations and charities, mainly the Mental Health Association, as local and state board president. He was awarded honorary achievement recognition on behalf of his efforts in founding and organizing New Horizons in Ft. Pierce, Fla. He spearheaded the first medical mission sponsored by the First Baptist Church and remained active in mission service. After his retirement, he was an adjunct professor with Upward Bound and volunteered for Habitat for Humanity. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Chi, past member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and Florida Pediatric Society. He is survived by his beloved wife Augusta G. Vinson; daughters, Frances Sexton, (Randy), Audrey Sexton and Jamie Perkins-Hart (Jim); sons Robert H. Vinson, Jr., (Susan) and Gray Vinson; grandchildren, Ellie, Becky, and Elsebeth Sexton; Vivian Ramsey (Ron), Lilly and Jack Perkins; and Hunter and Sydney Vinson.