Legislature honors Dr. Kreckel

AUGUSTA -- As president of the Maine Medical Association, Dr. Dieter Kreckel was honored by the Maine Legislature as Doctor of the Day on the opening day of the legislative session on January 8.

Kreckel has been at Rumford Hospital and Swift River Family Medicine for 20 years.

"We at Rumford Hospital and Swift River Family Medicine are very fortunate to have such a dedicated and community-minded physician as a member of our staff," notes Becky Hall, manager of the Rumford Hospital provider practices. "Dr. Kreckel sets a perfect example of service to his community, both as a physician and as a River Valley citizen."