Bill > SJR336

This resolution commemorates the life and professional contributions of Dr. Peter John Kemp, a physician who practiced obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) in Virginia Beach and made significant impacts in healthcare leadership. Dr. Kemp graduated from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 1988, completed his medical training in New York and Michigan, and established his private practice, Chesapeake Women's Care, in 1993. He was a staff member at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center (CRMC) from 1995, where he served in leadership roles including medical staff president and department chair, and was known for his dedication to patient care, physician relationships, and workforce safety. The resolution highlights Dr. Kemp's commitment to mentoring medical students, his advocacy for healthcare issues, and his involvement in the community. The General Assembly notes his passing on September 23, 2024, and expresses deep sadness at the loss of this "treasured member of the Virginia Beach community." The resolution directs the Senate Clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution to be presented to Dr. Kemp's family, including his wife Sue and children Chris, Michael, and Katie, as a formal expression of respect for his memory and professional legacy.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/SJ336