Dedication
This newsletter is dedicated to the
memory of Dr. Darrell Vogel. Dr. Vogel
was the OCC Behavioral Health Director
until he unexpectedly passed away in
June 2002. His dedication, sincerity,
and energy are still missed by patients
and his OCC colleagues. Below are comments
from patients and providers.
"Dr. Vogel was one of the most compassionate
people I have ever known. I was fortunate
to be in one of his small support post-op
groups for two years. He was a great
listener, always kept us on track and
helped keep us focused and honest about
our eating habits and emotions. Most
importantly, he was genuine. He truly
cared about each one of us as an individual,
and was willing to help us out at any
time of day. As his health deteriorated,
he always had a smile on his face. It
pained us to see him struggle as he walked
into our group meeting. He never complained.
He wanted no sympathy."
"He wanted to be there to help
us and was happy to be able to do it.
He was a truly admirable and unique individual,
one that is dearly missed and never to
be forgotten."
Barbara Todisco
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