Former White-House Doctor Connie Mariano Will Launch Her Book in New York on 22 June |
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Written by MabuhayRadio.com News Service | |||
Wednesday, 02 June 2010 19:59 | |||
By the MabuhayRadio.com News Service In a meeting between Ernesto Gange, the June 22nd book-signing initiator, and Philippine Ambassador Willy Gaa at the Philippine Embassy in On the other hand, Philippine Consul General Cecile B. Rebong of Connie Mariano was born at the Sangley Point Naval Base in
Connie Mariano held many titles during her nine years at the White House. In each case, Connie was the first to hold the title: The first military woman to become a White House physician, the first woman Director of the White House Medical Unit, and the first Filipino American in American history to become a Navy Rear Admiral …Throughout my entire presidency, Connie was at my side making sure I stayed healthy. She was with me during the happy-and-the-sad times, as well as in the historic and private moments. I trusted her with my life and the lives of my family. – William Jefferson Clinton Ms. Mariano was nominated to the rank of Rear Admiral by President Bill Clinton and eventually served as the White House Physician for Presidents Clinton and George W. Bush. She retired from the Navy in 2001. She joined the Mayo Clinic in She stated that "Opportunities are available now more-than ever in the US Navy for women, especially those of Asian Pacific heritage, who seek purpose, opportunity and service to country." She adds, "I have been blessed throughout my life with numerous opportunities to learn. Education has always been the cornerstone of my survival and achievement." Ms. Connie told Ernesto Gange that her first and last visit to the F or further information about the June 22 book signing, please contact the Philippine Center in New York @ 212.575.4774; International Network of Filipinos Overseas, attention Linda Limcaco @ 609.903.1123 or Ernesto Gange @ 267.229.4267. # # #
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