Dr. Edward S. Truppman's Obituary
Dr. Edward S. Truppman passed away peacefully at his apartment in Aventura, FL. He was 84 years old. Dr. Truppman graduated from University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Arts in 1952, Bachelor of Science in 1953, and a Doctorate of Medicine in 1955. Dr. Truppman served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy Medical Corps. He was an Associate Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine, and Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Truppman was actively involved in the medical community serving as a founding member and Vice-Chairman, Board of Directors Palmetto General Hospital; Chairman, Department of Plastic Surgery, Parkway Regional Medical Center; Fellow, American College of Surgeons; Founding President, American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities; Past President, Greater Miami Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery; Past President and Treasurer, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Past President, and Board of Trustees, Florida Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons.
Over the years, Dr. Truppman received many accolades for his work including a Certificate of Excellence from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Certificate of Honorary fellowship to Israel Association of Plastic Surgery; Member of the Board of Governors of the Florida Patient Compensation Fund; Member of the Advisory Board of Directors of ProAssurance Insurance Company (Professional Liability)
Dr. Truppman was also an advocate for patients’ rights. He fought for to require insurance companies to cover reconstructive mastectomy surgery for cancer patients. He also lobbied in Washington, D.C. to allow elderly patients to undergo medical procedures procedures in outpatient facilities and was a founding member of the society that accredited outpatient surgical centers. Dr. Truppman’s advocacy was also responsible for ensuring that Medicare covered reconstructive surgery performed at outpatient facilities.
Dr. Truppman’s dedication to helping others and saving lives did not stop at the door to the operation room. In 1973 Dr. Truppman traveled to Israel to serve as a volunteer worker in the emergency medical care services during the Yom Kippur War. At the Shaare Zedek Hospital in Jerusalem, Dr. Truppman devoted his time and expertise durings time of war and times of peace. He was instrumental in the success of “The Hand of Healing in Israel” program under the Hadassah Medical Organization.
Dr. Truppman also facilitated and performed medical procedures on children in San Salvador who were severely burned and injured during the war. Edward was honored by Governor Martinez and President George H.W. Bush for saving the life of Judy St. Claire, following a major injury from a shark attack in the Bahamas.
Beyond these recognitions lie the myriad personal and unheralded stories of the lives touched by Dr. Truppman. He was a tremendous example of selflessness with a steadfast dedication to improving the lives of others with the soft touch of his surgical hand. His healing presence will be greatly missed.
Dr. Truppman is survived by his beautiful and caring wife of 35 years, Patricia, his sister Barbara, his children Caryn, Keith (Linda), Tracy (Rhonda), Harold (Elizabeth), and his grandchildren Jonathan, Joshua (Sara), Jordan, Asher, Dylan, Daniel, and Rachel. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, colleagues and patients.
Cryptside services will be held 2 PM on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at Lakeside Memorial Park, 10301 NW 25 Street, Doral, FL 33172. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association (Alz.org). Arranged by Levitt Weinstein (305) 932-2700.
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