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Posted on April 22nd, 2010

ISSMGE – New VP South America

Distinguished Colleagues, Dear Friends, 

I regretfully accepted the resignation of Jorge Bonifazi as Vice President for South America a few days ago. This came as a great surprise to me but Jorge told me that he had to do it for personal reasons and I respect his decision. I will miss his valuable comments during our meetings and email exchanges. On behalf of the 19000 members of ISSMGE, I thank Jorge Bonifazi for his unselfish service to ISSMGE during his tenure and we all wish him well. 

The ISSMGE Bylaws indicate that the choice of a replacement is the decision of the President. However, I elected to visit with three high profile leaders with intimate knowledge about South America National Societies. After these visits, I proposed to all the South America National Societies that Professor Terzariol be nominated as the next Vice President for South America and asked for comments with a deadline of 14 April 2010. I have received a good number of responses and all of them have been very positive. 

So, after checking that he was willing to serve, I have decided that Professor Roberto Terzariol will be the new Vice President for South America for the period 2010-2013. Professor Terzariol comes highly recommended and I attach his Curriculum Vitae for your information. 

Best wishes,
Jean-Louis Briaud
President of ISSMGE