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Latoya S White
August 7, 2025
He was a compassionate Dr. He listened to his patient and helped motivate us to see and chase the good in life. I will never forget his kindness, knowledge and bedside manner.
Marjorie Bowden
August 8, 2024
I work with Dr Mroczkowski at Albany Medical Center for years. I remember when he first came many of us had a hard time pronouncing his last name so he told us it was OK to call him Dr. M I think of him often and miss him. He was a gifted doctor and I know all his patience are missing him.
SaMia Eason (White)
August 7, 2024
Although I was young, I remember him and his care for my mom. Without him, I wouldn´t have had all these years with her, she wouldn´t be here now to see the birth of my miracle son (soon!), and more. What a blessed man! He touched many it seems, and still does. I know my mom still talks about him and holds him in very high regards! May he continue to rest easy
Mary Culley (Mroczkowski)
June 25, 2023
Mary Culley (Mroczkowski)
June 25, 2023
dawn carolus
January 28, 2023
I work in the Hematology lab at AMC. Dr. Mroczkowski would often pop in to use our polarizing microscope to look at joint fluid crystals. Usually, he would have residents trailing behind him asking questions, eager to learn. I miss those visits and feel sad for all the residents and students who no longer can learn from this brilliant man! RIP
Victoria Fons Mroczkowski
September 11, 2022
Special brother-in-law. I think of you often. You are missed, gone but never forgotten.
Melanie
June 20, 2021
Happy Father´s Day, Dad! I know your presence is still with us and I will always be proud to be your daughter.
LaToya White
August 7, 2020
Prayers and love to the family of this amazing man. 22 years ago headed the team that saved my life. He was compassionate and wise. I will always be thankful.
August 9, 2017
Patrick, you are missed, but not forgotten.
Bob Bembenek, Sr Cousin
LaToya White
June 1, 2005
This man was gifted his care gave me back to my children. I will never forget his kindness and undertanding. He allways had a kind word. My family and I will miss him.
P SIEMERS
April 24, 2005
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PATRICK
Joyce Giordiano
February 17, 2005
I agree with Ebony. I have not been able to find a Doctor no where near as caring or helpful as Dr. Mroczkowski. No one will ever be able to fill his shoes. I really miss him, his humor and his kindness. He was the best!
EBONY WHITE
February 16, 2005
IT'S STILL HARD TO BELIEVE THAT HIS GONE. HE'S BEEN CARING FOR ME FOR 9 YEARS AND SINCE HE GONE I CAN'T SEEN TO FIND ANOTHER WHO EVEN COMES CLOSE TO CARING FOR ME IN A FATHERLY WAY LIKE THE WAY HE DID.
Vicky Garrant
December 3, 2004
I'm still in shock as to why and it's hard to understand. The Community lost such a great friend. I felt Dr. Patrick saved my life with helping me to understand my illness. He was my friend and Doctor all in one, I'll miss him very much.
Regina Simmons
December 1, 2004
I am sitting here in total shock, I have been a patients of Dr. Pat for many years. He was one of the few Doctors who understood what I went through dealing with Sarcoidosis. I know he is in heaven watching over his family and his patients with that gentle way of his. My condolences to his family. He was a great man and a fine doctor. He will be missed tremendously.
Pat Cossart-McMahon
October 26, 2004
I just found out about Dr. Pat and am deeply saddened. I can picture his smiling face as if it were yesterday and not 8 months ago. I feel badly that I missed his passing and was not able to convey my condolences to his family. It was a sincere pleasure to have known such a fine physician, person and friend.
William parker
September 28, 2004
I spent the day taking care of a friend at Albany Med (9/28/04) when I heard the news - I hadn't seen Dr. Mroczkowski for awhile; he treated me for complications from Lyme disease a few years back, and with great kindness and care. I'm totally shocked to learn this. He was a terrific man, someone who could renew your faith in the medical profession, where we see so much cynicism. My deepest condolences to his family. I will not forget him.
burrell & carol lee Wheeler
September 21, 2004
We just learned of your loss today.
We are very sorry. We hope that you will find peace, knowing that
even though we knew the doctor for
a short time, he was a very special person.
Ann Nicholas
September 15, 2004
When first met Dr M. I knew immediately that he would be not only be the Dr. that would help my RA, but my friend. He always laughed about the funny little town that I lived in and listened when I laughed and cried over the continuing saga of my life. We talked about the BAJA where I go to visit my son and he would proudly display a picture that his little girl had so beautifully done. As I sat waiting yesterday for the Remecade to drip into me I sadly and selfishly thought why did you leave before I got to tell you the next chapter in my mixed up life. I am so sad that there are so many people who will miss him, but hope that all will feel the serenity of having known such an extrordinary doctor and friend. I hope that in years to come his beautiful girls will know what a wonderful man their father was.
Diane Delmonico
September 14, 2004
It is difficult to express the heartache at the loss of a person such as Patrick. I had the opportunity to work with him and come to know him as a truely unique individual.I can still see him loping down the hall extending himself as a physician and a friend to anyone and everyone who crossed his path.
Patrick's superior intellect, ability to appreciate the irony and absurdities of life, dry sense of humor, and towering presence are dearly missed.
These rare qualities are only overshadowed by Patricks uncompromising compassionate and loving nature. Patrick was the gentlest and sweetest man I have ever known.
My deepest sympathy to Patrick's wife, daughters and family.
James Desemone, MD
September 12, 2004
It has been over a month since Patrick left us and I still feel his presence. As I arrive at the clinic every morning, where we used to see patients side-by-side, I still hope that he's the one who had made the coffee (he was the only person in the clinic who knew how to make it strong enough). I expect to see him saunter into the clinic at any moment to see his first patient, who invariably would patiently be awaiting his arrival.
Patrick had a wonderful gift, as someone has already said, to make time stand still. His patients adored him, his staff admired and respected him, his colleagues could always depend upon him for the most caring and thorough evaluations of patients that we refered to him.
I especially enjoyed the few times Patrick brought his daughters to the office. What wonderful children! And how he adored them!
Patrick will be sorely missed, but I know his legacy will live on in the lives of those of us who had the privilege of knowing him.
Scott Beegle MD
September 11, 2004
I was stunned and deeply saddened to hear the terrible news about Dr. Mroczkowski. He was a trusted colleague and friend. We shared many patients together and he also cared for several of my family members.
Patrick was a caring and devoted physician who was extremely generous with his time. His knowledge of medicine was astounding and his patient care was excellent. As a physician he set high standards that few doctors will ever achieve. Patrick’s sense of humor was quite unique which always made his patients and colleagues laugh.
All who knew Patrick have suffered a great loss. I feel privileged to have worked with such a distinguished physician and compassionate person. I send my sincerest condolences to his family in their terrible loss.
Matthew Leinung
September 8, 2004
We have all suffered a terrible loss. I worked next to "Dr. Pat" at AMC and came to learn what an excellent physician and wonderful, caring person he was. He was always ready at the drop of a hat to come see one of my patients with a rheumatologic problem -- "Why make the person wait?". He was always kind and gentle and had a wry sense of humor.
His caring and his talents will be missed.
Mary Ellen Reagan
September 7, 2004
My condolences to the Mroczkowski Family. I share the grief with you and with his many patients and friends. He will always be remembered. Mary Ellen Reagan
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Paul Turzynski
September 6, 2004
My deepest and sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Pat Mroczkowski. I graduated with Pat in 1973 from Boys Tech High School in Milwaukee. It was a shock to learn of his passing.
Sally Gabriel
September 6, 2004
I was Laboratory Coordinator at Fine-Lando Clinic when Dr. Pat worked there. I was impressed with his intelligence, his command of his medical practice and the caring, easy way he had with not only his patients but with the employees of the Clinic. On several occasions I saw his outstanding empathy for his patients and realized this man had found his calling in life. A terrible shock to learn of his early death, my sympathy to his family and other friends.
Darlene McCarty
September 6, 2004
My heart goes out to Dr. Pats wife and girls. I cried for 1 hr after I heard the news on tv and what the Drs name was. I've been a patient of his for 1 1/2 yrs and glad I was referred to him by Dr Hausner-Spyk after seeing her and another rheumatologist for the past 2yrs to find out what was going on with me. He was a very slow man but did interact with you in a loving way. Even my mom went with me one time and was surprised that he chatted with her about the world and what is going on. She said that is surprising that a Dr would sit down with you and talk to you like that. I enjoyed Dr Pat and will always think of him in the future. I'll probably never find another Dr that is kind, patient and loving like he was. His pet name for me was an enigma, which means a mystery and told any of the fellow drs that came in contact with me that they could see his enigma if they had nothing to do and had to wait for him. The Lord is probably enjoying Dr Pat up there with all the love and graciousness he has in his heart.
Donna Piorkowski
September 3, 2004
9/3/04
I was a patient of Dr. Mroczkowski's in Milwaukee, WI and sadly learned of his death today from our newspaper, the Milwaukee Journal/Sentinel. He was a very kind, caring and compassionate doctor. My deepest sympathy to Mroczkowski family.
Isabelle Augello
September 3, 2004
I learned today of Dr. Mroczkowski's passing and am deeply saddened. Dr. Mroczkowski genuinely cared for his patients and was able to relieve my suffering. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with his loved ones.
David Daikh, MD,PhD
September 3, 2004
I have not yet come to grips with the passing of Patrick. It is always a shock when a friend or someone close passes suddenly. Yet it is all the more painful when the person who leaves was a particularly special kind of person. This is the case for me in contemplating the loss of Patrick Mrockzkowski. I first met Pat when he was a rheumatology fellow at the University of California, San Francisco and I was a resident in internal medicine at UCSF. When I became a rheumatology fellow we had the opportunity to work closely together. It was during this time that I came to admire and respect him as a physician and a human being. Patrick was perhaps the most caring and devoted to his patients of any physician that I have ever known. He also was extremely diligent and conscientious in his medical care of them. And although it often seemed that he moved according to his own internal clock, while listening to his own drummer, Patrick was brilliant. He was always ahead of the field in thinking about new ways to understand the medical problems of his patients. In the years since he left San Francisco I have followed Patrick's career and know that he worked very hard. I know that he helped many patients, and many resident and fellow physicians in training.
Patrick was also incredibly proud of his family. The little girls that he and Trudy raised were his joy. They are much bigger now then when I met them, but I know from talking to Patrick how much he always loved them. As hard as this time must be, I hope that they will find some comfort as they move through their lives keeping with them the knowledge that their father was a wonderful person - person that they will always have as part of themselves. He made the world a better place with his own life - and our world is less without him.
Darlene Murray
September 1, 2004
I only learned of Dr. Mroczkowki's death today, when his office called to cancel an appointment. I have been a patient of his for 7 years. He was a kind and compassionate man who never rushed his patients. He always took the time to chat with me and was always available to answer my questions and concerns. I will miss him very, very much.
Joseph Mroczkowski
August 28, 2004
Patrick was my cousin. My wife, daughter, and I were deeply saddened to hear of his passing.
Our condolences go out to the family.
Deborah Bedard
August 28, 2004
To all who new Dr. Pat,
Words cannot express the loss we all feel for our beloved friend. It has taken me many days to find the words to express, but I cannot find them. I worked with Dr. Pat for 6 1/2 years in the A-1 clinic and seen how he was as doctor and a friend. Patrick never had a bad word for anyone and he did not care if someone came into that clinic and had no money. Patrick would take care of them no matter what. He cared so much for his paients, he always said hello to everyone.
Dr. Pat will be greatly missed by all.
To his girls, always remember that your father loved you very much and never forget that.
My condolences,
Nadine Brown-Silver RN
August 27, 2004
I worked for Patrick for only a year several years ago, as one of his Research Nurses. We spent many an evening waiting for his study patients to arrive after work, and many a Saturday morning, him catching up,and telling me about his daughters, his interests, sharing his knowledge, and me, seeing some of my patients, and listening to him in amazement. We became friends during that year, and remained friends since.
It was a terrible shock to hear of his death. I literally stopped breathing when I heard the news. I wanted to write something but found myself at a terrible loss. As I read through all of these entries, I noticed that there was a thread that ran through all of them. He made a difference in all of our lives, and we all called him, "friend".
When we were with him, he made all of us feel as though WE were the most special. And for his patients, time stood still. There were no clocks, just all the time they needed.
He towered over almost all of us. I used to watch him walk to the clinic, back to the office, or to the cafeteria, sometimes. He didn't just walk down the hall, he walked through it. He didn't look over heads but into faces. He would stop and talk to strangers, admire someones hat, talk to a small child, assist someone who looked lost. It was so amusing to see, and so touching to watch. It took him twice as long to get anywhere as anyone else, because he stopped to chat so much.
I cry for myself, and for all of us, for what we lost, but he left us all so much. The halls of the hospital will never be the same, he will always be there, walking and talking to everyone, in my memory.
His legacy to all of us was his example. He really saw, really listened, and really cared. He noticed everything about everyone he encountered, all of the details, he made it his business. He was never too good to speak to anyone, and no one was just a number. He cared deeply for his patients, remembered their names, respected his nurses, and all of the people who worked for him, and admired his colleagues.
For all of these things, for all that he was, I know my life will never be the same. Thank you, Patrick, you will be missed, but never forgotten.
Jonathan Rosen
August 27, 2004
Dear Mroczkowski Family,
Patrick was a valuable colleague and a wonder spirit for all of us seeing patients and teaching at Albany Medical College. His knowledge of medicine, including areas outside the realm of rheumatology, was immense and impressive. His practice was practical and perceptive in that he could translate his broad knowledge into care that improved the life of patients. His humor was warm and his kindness was wonderful.
Patrick was an extraordinary physician, colleague and teacher. He will be missed at this medical college.
Our warmest wishes go to all of you. May your bright memories of Patrick help you make sense of the terrible grief you must be facing.
Jon Rosen, MD
William Feliciano
August 27, 2004
I saw Dr. Pat only a couple of times back in '97 so I didn't know him well. On one of those visits he noticed that I had limped into his office. He, in his caring manner, asked what was wrong. I explained it to him in the way another Dr. had told me. Dr. Pat asked me what the prescribed treatment was. I told him - cortisone shots for a good long while. He told me to push up against a wall and stretch my heel every morning. I followed his advice - THREE DAYS LATER my foot was cured. He wasn't even a podiatrist. Up to that day I had suffered much and thought it would be a lifelong problem. Thank you Dr.Mroczkowski. I have passed on your wisdom to many others since that day.
May God bless your caring soul, and may you look down upon your beautiful family and your patients from Heaven.
Kathleen Marinn
August 27, 2004
Only today, August 27th, have I learned of Dr. Pat's passing. This is a very great shock. I was his patient for only a little over a year and I was looking forward to my next appointment in September. I can confirm all that preceeds my entry. A knowledgable doctor, but a kind and caring man as well. I've known many doctors, but very few like him. He stands out and will be fondly remembered.
Peter Edelman
August 26, 2004
I will never forget the many times I visited Dr. Mroczkowski at the clinic....how his expertise and gentle ways were always present! One never felt that he had to hurry on to the next patient...because he cared for us all and made us feel special!! We were all part of his "family" and we will miss him dearly! I am one of the fortunate individuals who knew Dr. "Pat"....my condolences go out to his family and friends....
Jane Knight
August 26, 2004
I was just informed today of Dr. Mroczkowski's passing by Pat Siemers, his nurse. I can't begin to quantify the shock and sadness I feel. True, at this time I'm feeling sorry for myself at the loss of one of the best physicians I have ever had, but I am also remembering him with the utmost respect and awe. I have only known him about a year, after being referred to him by a fellow nurse at AMC. He helped me so much, not only with his knowledge and expertise, but his genuine caring and concern. I remember him saying, while discussing the difficulty I was having giving up my beloved profession of nurse-midwifery due to my illness,"You have an indefatigable human spirit!" That meant so much to me and I will never forget those words. I extend my deepest sympathies to his beloved family, co-workers, and fellow patients. We don't have answers for why God takes people like him from us so suddenly and without warning, but I know he is still looking out for all of us. Our greatest tribute to him now can be in caring for our patients and fellow human beings just like he showed us. Then his calling and caring will not have been in vein.
jessie Block-Galarza
August 25, 2004
I only knew Dr Pat for one year. He was truly a wonderful and unique person. There is an emptiness that cannot be filled in our workplace. We all miss a great man, and a great doctor. I hope to be able to give to my own patients what he was able to give his.
Jessie Block-Galarza, MD
Mary Nakamura
August 25, 2004
I was greatly saddened to hear the news about Patrick. I remember him fondly from his time in the rheumatology fellowship program at UCSF. His unique brand of kindness and humor is not easily forgotten. It is clear from the many entries in this book that he touched the lives of many over the years. It does not surprise me, he was loved by his patients during his training as well. I only saw Patrick once every few years at meetings, and he always loved to tell me about his girls. My thoughts are with his family now. You should know that even to those of us who had never met you, it was obvious that Patrick adored all of you, just from the way he beamed when he told his stories.
Mike & Cheryl Aquino
August 24, 2004
Dear Mroczkowski Family - especially three beautiful daughters, Mary, Melanie, and Claire:
We are saddened and so sorry for your loss. We too feel sorrow and shock in the loss of Patrick.
We met you last month on Pleasant Lake. The short time we spent together indicated how deeply Patrick loved his family and "girls". We laughed on the boat and shared stories around the campfire while Mary, Melanie, Claire, Brandon, Marlaina, Carina, Gabriel, Nathaniel and Corey played "hide and seek" and caught frogs. It was a picture-perfect weekend and we feel blessed to have spent this short time with Patrick and his children.
Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike,Cheryl,Gabe,& Nathaniel Aquino
Mike & Cheryl Aquino
August 24, 2004
Dear Mroczkowski Family - especially three beautiful daughters, Mary, Melody, and Claire:
We are saddened and so sorry for your loss. We too feel sorrow and shock in the loss of Patrick.
We met you last month on Pleasant Lake. The short time we spent together indicated how deeply Patrick loved his family and "girls". We laughed on the boat and shared stories around the campfire while Mary, Melody, Claire, Brandon, Marlaina, Carina, Gabriel, Nathaniel and Corey played "hide and seek" and caught frogs. It was a picture-perfect weekend and we feel blessed to have spent this short time with Patrick and his children.
Though we met as "camp" neighbors, it was ironic how Patrick and Mike were both physicians who started their medical school training only 6 months apart in Grenada. In addition, Mike transferred into AMC as a second year medical student and Patrick became an Attending Physician @ AMC. We shared memories and played a bit of AMC catch up. Patrick sounded enthused about his profession and career and we can only imagine how saddened his colleagues/friends & patients must feel.
Please accept our condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike,Cheryl,Gabe,& Nathaniel Aquino
Preston Tonnesen
August 23, 2004
We just found out about Dr Mroczkowski's passing today. We were shocked and deeply sadened. He was a wonderful Dr and not only was he our Dr, but when we went to him for our visits he was like a friend. He had a wonderful personality. You don't find many Dr's that have the friendly personality that he had. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his family.
We also send our sympathy to the people whom he worked with, especially his nurse, Jean.
We will miss him dearly.
Preston Tonnesen and Sue Lezette
Juanita & Mark Normandin
August 23, 2004
Dr.Mroczkowski demonstrated respect
and conern for all his patients far beyond that of most doctors. Having
been under his care since he started
at the Albany Medical Center, I will
surely miss him, not only as a physician but as a kind and gentle man.
Ali Mansouri
August 23, 2004
I knew Dr. Mroczkowski for only a couple of weeks as a medical student this past year, and I may have been his last student. Despite knowing him for only a short while, I can't begin to express the sadness I feel since hearing this news a few days ago. He was one of only a handful of physicians I've met in my education whom I would want to model myself after.
I saw in him an extremely humble man who never acted as he were better than his patients, coworkers or students despite being an extremely capable and brilliant man. One way to measure a man's character is by how well he treats those from whom he stands to gain no benefits. As medical students, we fit that desctiption in relation to our attendings, but Dr. Mroczkowski treated us with dignity and respect. In the category of character, Dr. Mroczkowski was unrivaled. He made everyone feel special no matter what their status may have been.
I only hope that someday I can come close to being a man and physician like Dr. Mroczkowski. I was looking forward to our budding friendship in the coming years, and I will sorely miss that.
Ali Mansouri
Albany Med Class of 2004
Mr. & Mrs. Leonad H. Zimmerman III
August 22, 2004
My husband and I saw Dr. Mroczkowski about two weeks before he passed in BJ Wholesale Club with his daughter and it took him a minute to remember my husband and his problem but he still remembered my husband. You tell me a doctor with so many clients can remember one when he sees them in public. My husband really liked him and that was a very good standard for my husbanb because he has a hard time trusting doctors. We lost a very good doctor and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and the following poem sums somethings up nicely:
NEVER REALLY GONE
IT IS NOT A GOOD FEELING WHEN WE LOSE THE ONE WE LOVE SO DEAR.
WE KNOW THAT WE WILL NEVER SEE, HEAR, OR TOUCH HIM AGAIN.
NO MORE HOLIDAYS, SPECIAL MOMENTS, OR VERY FIRSTS EVERY AGAIN.
WE MAKE IT THROUGH IT ALL BECAUSE HE IS NEVER REALLY GONE
(Author Tammi J. Zimmerman)
Please remember he is still watching over all of us family, friends, and all of his clients.
Lorraine Tucker
August 20, 2004
Dear Mary, Melanie and Claire
I just want you to know how very much your father loved you. Whenever he talked about you, he would get a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face.
Mary - you were the artist, loving books and drawing. I've seen you work, such talent.
Melanie - you loved everything, your father felt you questioned everything and loved to learn.
Claire - you were his actress, loving to dress up, pretend and dance.
He treasured his time with you and loved you so much.
Your father was a sensative, caring and loving man who was loved by many.
I hope you made treasured memories with your father while you were at camp. Keep them safely placed in your hearts.
My prayers and love to you all
Deborah Vogel
August 20, 2004
For Patrick
For all who loved him........
WHEN I DIE (author unknown)
If you need to weep
Cry for someone
Walking the street beside you.
And when you need me
Put your arms around others
And give them what you need to give me.
You can love me most by letting
Hands touch hands, and
Souls touch souls.
You can love me most by
Sharing your joys
Multiplying your good deeds.
You can love me most by
Letting me live in your eyes
And not in your mind.
And when you say Kaddish for me
Remember what our Torah teaches,
Love doesn’t die
People do.
So when all that’s left of me is love
Give me away.
***********
Barbara Holcomb
August 20, 2004
Dr. Pat was my daughters doctor since 1998 when she was diagnosed with R A.He was so very warm,caring and down to earth .He had a wonderful sense of humor and could always make you feel better just by talking to him.We will miss him and we know no one can take his place in our hearts.Our hearts go out to his family for their loss.
jackie holcomb
August 19, 2004
dr.pat
i was sent to dr.pat from dr.uhl in 98 same day that dr.uhl found the rheumatiod arthritis.god bless u dr pat for all ur love and suppore.u will be missed.my paryers go outed to wife and girls.i paryer that u r with god.i will miss u jokeing around with me and talking to and careing for me.u were a woundfull doctor with a heart gold for every1 who work for u and all poelpe u toke care of.
every1 that knew you knew u were a verry nice man and dr.u allways have place in my heart thank you for takne care of me.
god bless ur wife and kids
jackie
jacqueline holcomb
August 19, 2004
dr.pat
will be sorely missed by many people that he work with and toke care of he was allways verry good to me and told me ever thing up front and help me deal with my pain he was a great doctor and i will miss him.may he rest in peace.
thank you dr pat for helping me
Tanaya Williams
August 19, 2004
Dr. Pat was a man of great honor and respect. He was indeed caring, kind hearted, and passionate to his work and his patients. I worked with him for two years before relocating and I enjoyed the pleasure in knowing him. He always knew what to say to get me through my day whether it was by an oldie but goodie song or show tune or just sitting at my desk and asking me what I was up to. My prayers are with his family especially his beautiful daughters. God has taking his son back and he is looking down on us all. Dr. Pat I will miss you.
Brandy McAuthur
August 19, 2004
I had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Pat for a year and it didn't take long to see what a great person he was. When he did get a chance to get upstairs to his office from clinic, he would always give "us" something to laugh about, whether it was searching for food,losing his office key, or sharing his singing voice. He once told us he was a black man stuck in a white man's body because he had "soul". Well here's to the "coolest white/black man" I have ever known..You will be sorely missed by us all and your "soulful spirit" will always be with us.
Suzie Mookherjee, MD
August 18, 2004
Dr.M was a wonderful man, an amazing doctor, a friend to many, and an inspiration to all. I had the honor of working with him during my training at Albany Medical Center. I will always remember his sense of humor and his brilliant mind. Many people owe their life to him and his spirit lives on in their hearts. He was a physician who embodied the virtues of humility and compassion. I am lucky to have known him.
Patricia FIsh
August 18, 2004
What is the definition of a great doctor? A great doctor is somone who who listens to his patients and cares for them as if they were family. Dr.M was a great doctor!!
After many specialists told me that they could find nothing wrong with me, after years of severe pain, I had given up. Then a great doctor, Dr. M, talked with me. In our first visit together he was able to diagnose me with a very rare disease known as Wegeners Granulomatosis.
He treated me with respect, concern and compassion. If ever I had a question or concern he would call me back, no matter the time.
Two weeks ago my husband and I ran into him in a store. He looked at me, smiled, and said "Patricia I was just thinking about you." I believe that he was, He was a great doctor.
I will think of Dr.M often with respect and love. He was like a part of my family. I will miss him dearly. When somone asks me what I think the definition of a great doctor is I will simply anwser.........Dr. Mroczkowski, a great doctor and a great man!
Jean Goldstein
August 18, 2004
I have worked with Dr.Mroczkowski for over 5 years. I have worked in many hospitals and specialties in the U.S. but never have I been associated with such a dedicated, caring, intelligent, empathetic physician. He was very special, not only to the nursing staff but to his patients.
He was known in the Profession as a Doctors' Doctor and a true patient advocate. He gave of himself. His patients never felt like a "number" or "a case to be delt with"
He was not in Medicine for any monetary gain or prestige. His love of teaching and the sharing of his knowledge was demonstrated daily by the time he spent with students, residents, and fellows.
But first in his life came his children and his family. He was a devoted, loving father and regaled us with stories and photos of outings he had taken with his girls.
We, his extended family in the A-1 clinic, miss him tremendously but feel privileged to have known and worked with a man of his caliber.
Jean GoldsteinR.N., Supervisor,A-1 clinic
Phillissia Rouse
August 18, 2004
Dr. Pat was my doctor for almost five years. He did everything in his power to make sure my Lupus was doing okay. I will always remember him. It will be hard to find a doctor that can even come close to being as passionate and caring as Dr. Pat was. Even when I didn't think I could deal with this anymore he made sure I kept on fighting. When I was in the hospital on my 16th birthday he came to visit me and even brought me ballons. Dr. Pat you were more than my doctor you were my friend. I will always remember you and you will forever be missed. I would like to send my condolences out to his family.
Jane Furko
August 18, 2004
I was lucky to have Dr. Pat as my doctor and will miss his warmth and compassion. He was a rare human being who touched the hearts and lives of all who met him.
John Powell, MD
August 17, 2004
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Mroczkowski on many patients during my medicine residency at AMC. He was one of the best - an all around nice guy, brilliant physician, and a dedicated teacher who *ALWAYS* had time to teach residents, medical students, and patients.
Dr. M - you are missed by all whose lives you touched!
Abigail Smukler
August 17, 2004
Dr. Mroczkowski was my mentor when I was a resident at Albany Med. He quietly and persistently encouraged me, and was always available with advice or a funny story to tell. This is a great loss for his patients, trainees, and colleagues.
MARGE BOWDEN
August 17, 2004
THE 8 YEARS I WORKED WITH DR. PAT WERE AN EVERYDAY LEARNING EXPERIENCE. HE WAS AN OUTSTANDING,WARM,CARING PHYSICIAN AND A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING.
DR. PAT TOUCHED MANY LIVES. HE CARED FOR EVERYONE THAT WALKED THROUGH THE HALLS AND THAT CAME THROUGH THE DOOR. HE NEVER TURNED ANYONE AWAY. ALL HIS PTS AND STAFF WITH IN AMC LOVED HIM.
I WILL MISS HIS SMILE AND HISGENTLENESS. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER DR. PAT.HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED BY ALL.
Bryan Laven
August 17, 2004
Dr Pat was the kindest man I've every had the privilege to work with. His attitude towards life was one to be measured by. He was a doctor not for the glory and not for the money,but to help people,and he helped many.If he saw you limping in the hall way of the hospital, he would stop and tell you to come in and see him that day,no matter how busy or far behind he was, he'd help you. He never sad no to anyone who needed his help. Dr. Pat had a wonderful, kind spirit and always had a smile on his face and could make me laugh like no other. He will me missed around here, no one could ever try to replace him. My heart goes out to his three wonderful daughters.
Cindy Vedder
August 16, 2004
Dr. Pat will be sadly missed. I have had the pleasure of being his patient for the past 5 or more years ago. Even though he was allways rnning late I knew that Dr. Pat cared for all of his patients...That is why he is the best....My husband and I will miss Dr. Pat and wish his family our deepest sympathies....
Patricia Siemers
August 16, 2004
My boss and best friend.He was a very gentle compassionate person.I feel very honored and proud to have been his nurse and his friend.
My heart goes out to his family.
Martin Breen
August 16, 2004
I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Mroczkowski during my residency at Albany Medical Center. He had a wonderful sense of humor and treated you like a trusted collegue. I was briefly introduced to his lovely wife and children during their well child visit at the AMC Pediatric practice. My heart goes out to Patrick and his dear family. God Bless.
sincerely, Martin J. Breen M.D.
Margaret & Joe Sullivan
August 16, 2004
We will miss seeing your husband playing with his girls. If you need help with anything, we call us.
Your neighbor,
Joe and Margaret Sullivan
737 New Scotland Av.
Albany
Patricia Morrison
August 15, 2004
I remember so well my first office visit in Jan. '99. My swollen fingers told the story of the pain and suffering I had been going through for the past several months. Dr. M. was caring and compassionate and told me he would treat my problem aggressively with meds. I told him if he made my fingers better, I would make him perogies. He laughed, but after the meds started working, I would show up for my office visits with warm perogies in hand. Much to my delight, he would devour them immediately. My last office visit was last Oct. and I have been completely off meds and in total remission now for one year. Thanks to the wonderful treatment of a truly great physician. I would like to add my sentiments along with all who knew him, that he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and co-workers.
Judy and Bob Guay
August 14, 2004
Dr M was my doctor for a couple of years- My husband and I always looked forward to the visits-
I had to change to another grouping but his kindness,caring and understanding was never forgotten
- We often asked if he had been seen and sent our regards - he wasn't forgotten then and won't be now
Our prayers to his family
Bob and Judy Guay
The Malatino Family
August 14, 2004
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Mroczkowski family during this trying time in your lives. As members of the St. Teresa of Avila school family, we are all touched with sadness and want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
*Joe, Jen, Zach, Vince, Samantha and Melissa*
Ellis Tobin, M.D.
August 14, 2004
I knew Patrick very well, but not well enough.
I knew his endearing eccentricities….
How many pagers, stethoscopes, and keys can one person lose?
When dinner was planned for six o’clock, we would invite him over and tell him it was for five o’clock, and he’d still show up late.
How many pairs of eyeglasses could one person lose?
The only time I ever saw him come close to getting angry was when the Lost and Found at Albany Medical Center refused to give him back his own glasses, because he had lost them so often.
He said “They are having sport with me.”
“They are having sport with me.”
That was the extent of his anger.
He was the kindest, gentlest human being I’ve ever known. I often told him that he was my moral compass.
And I truly meant it.
In the end, too many things were having sport with him.
I knew him very well, but not well enough, and certainly not long enough.
I’m tormented and indescribably saddened by the things I won’t have an opportunity to know. But, I do know this!
He was a superbly loving father, husband, son and brother.
He was an awe-inspiring physician who was adored by his patients and co-workers.
I know he is at peace in heaven, and I know I (we) were blessed with having known him.
Jacob Reider, MD
August 14, 2004
Several years ago, I became fond of my brief, yet thoughful interactions with Patrick.
He was a wonderful physician, and a caring, insightful man.
Jolene Perkins
August 14, 2004
My heart has broken for my friend, my doctor and his children. Dr. Mroczkowsi was the kindest, gentlest, genuinely sweet man I had the privilege of knowing. He gave me hope when I was hopeless. He listened when others did not hear me. I only wish I had listened more closely. We have lost significantly. Dr. Mroczkowski will not be forgotten by many, those he touched and healed. All the things he did on a daily basis improved the quality of so many lives. He gave my children their mother, my husband his wife. He gave me my life. I know Dr. Mroczkowski is now cradled in the Lords arms as he cradled others. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort.
Paula Steinert
August 13, 2004
Dr. Pat had been my Mom, Hilda Wagner's, doctor for several years. She was so grateful for his kindness, his sense of humor and his attention. I always enjoyed her stories after her visits. We are saddened by his passing and wish to extend our condolences to his family. May the Lord be with you and may you find peace, strength, and courage to go on without him.
Cynthia Kather
August 13, 2004
I am a neighbor who was fortunate to see Patrick on an almost daily basis, if often just briefly. Our children played together and Patrick loved to take them all on outings and would always over-indulge them. I did not know him as a doctor, but was still keenly aware of his kind and generous spirit. I will miss him greatly as will so many others.
Donna Simpson
August 13, 2004
I was treated by Dr. Mroczkowski for the past several years. I was sent to him becasue I was a very difficult patient to diagnose. I am really going to miss him as my doctor. I really do not think I will be able to find another like him. I deeply regret his loss not only for myself but for all of his other patients. He took his time and was always very concerned about all of my medical problems. I feel deeply for his wife and family and he will always be missed.
Ann & Ellis Tobin, M.D.
August 13, 2004
Words can not express the heartache we are feeling at the loss of Patrick in our lives. He was a man of generous spirit, deep kindness, awe-inspiring compassion, keen intellect and wonderful wit. We are the richer for his friendship. To all of Patrick's family, please know that you and Patrick are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Moloney
August 13, 2004
Trudy and girls,
Our hearts and deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Moloneys
Leslie Kleeh
August 13, 2004
My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Mroczkowski. He was a brilliant and gentle hearted man and physician. As one of his patients, my heart goes out to those he knew and loved.
Nikki (Tanya) Gibbs
August 13, 2004
Working with Dr. M daily was truly a blessing and learning experience...Just want to leave a few of his most popular saying's around the clinic...Is this coffee fresh???I'm running a little behind...I'll be just a few minutes...The tincture of time will tell...Where's my stethescope???Triplicate PLEASE...Can you help me with an injection???Who's your BUDDY???I'll be RIGHT back...
Rich and Betty Filkins
August 13, 2004
What can words say? Dr. Patrick was a wonderful doctor and friend. He was our Dad’s doctor and became our friend. His wit was marvelous, his knowledge outstanding, and his friendship cherished. We love you and will miss you. Our sympathies to his daughters.
Mark
August 13, 2004
Dr. Patrick Mroczkowski was my doctor and my friend. I met him about 4 or 5 years ago, when after seeing three specialists, he was the only one to diagnose me with psoriatic arthritis and make my pain go away. He was always running behind on his appointments but I did not mind waiting because he always took the time to listen. That is why everyone loved him. I was at his home recently and met his beautiful family. I will always keep them in my prayers. Thank you for sharing Dr. M with me.
Carol Ray
August 13, 2004
To my loved ones & friends..
Please don't cry for me, Rejoice.....My soul can rest and be at peace.
Before leaving this world my children & friends surrounded me as the cool wind huged me...
the coat I wore white and thin like a cool breeze lifting me up...as I walk along to an icey stream...the shoes I wore had no protection for this stream! Standing there awaiting my father...he came to me and wiped away the tears from my weeping eyes.
HE SAID THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL LAY,
TAKING ME IN HIS ARMS AND EMBRACING ME..THEREFOR I SHALL FEEL NO PAIN NOR BE HARMED!
Kimberly Gilmore
August 13, 2004
A man of dignity, a man of strength and a man of great intelligence & knowledge is what I thought him of when ever I saw him or heard his voice.
He stood tall he stood proud bringing patients from miles around.
Your work is done here in this world...go rest...rest on the clouds... and watch over your girls.
Please... know in your heart and in your mind ALL of what you were worth as you depart leaving us here w/beautiful memories you left on earth.
You will be truly missed but not forgotten!!
xxxooooxxxxooooxxxxooo oxxxxooooxxxxo
WE LOVE & MISS YOU DR. MROCZKOWSKI
xxxooooxxxxooooxxxxo oooxxxooooxxxxoo
MAUREEN SHEA
August 13, 2004
TO THE MROCZKOWSKI FAMILY-
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN AND DOCTOR. THE SHEA FAMILY
Patty Smigielski
August 13, 2004
I have many wonderful memories of Patrick growing up together on Poe Street--4-H, the treehouse, up north. He was a wonderful person with great energy and spirit who always made us laugh, and he will be missed. I send you all my heartfelt condolences and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Louann Morrissey
August 13, 2004
My deepest, deepest condolences to Dr. Mroczkowki's family. He has been my doctor for 6 years. My last appointment with him was on August 9, this past Monday. He was a blessing as a doctor...I will miss him.
Luanne Peterson
August 13, 2004
A loss of a great Doctor, and man, may his family be at peace knowing he is now with the Lord. I was a patient who appreciated his decication and understanding!
Anthony Santiago, MD
August 13, 2004
He possessed the most keen mind, warm heart and gentle soul. May the streets of heaven offer him the peace he so justly deserves.
Virginia Ristau
August 13, 2004
Dr. Mroczkowski I will miss you. You were new to Albany Med and I was one of your first patients. With the diagnosis of Takayasu's Arteritis which is rare, you worked hard to find out about the disease and how to best treat me. You will forever be my "favorite" doctor. Your care and concern for my health will always be remembered. I miss you!
Joyce Giordiano
August 13, 2004
Dr. Mroczkowski has been my Doctor for the past three years. He was a fantastic Doctor who was always friendly and kind. His co-workers always bragged about what a wonderful person he was. My heart broke when I heard of his death. I will miss him greatly. I send my deepest sympathy to his family, especially his children for their great loss.
Carol Nolan
August 13, 2004
Sincere sympathy goes out to the family of Dr. Pat.
His smiling face and caring ways will always have a place in my heart.
I will miss him dearly.
Carol Barth Lanzara
August 13, 2004
Dr. Pat was my daughter Emily's (age 22) physician for the past 3 years. He was a kind, caring, patient, and humane physician who helped Emily tremendously with her difficult health problems. We are very thankful for all of the time he spent helping Emily. We are deeply saddened to hear of his death and extend our sympathies to his family and colleagues.
Laurene Walek
August 13, 2004
I was a patient of Dr. Pat's for 7 years and I never minded waiting to see him. He was gentle and down to earth and you knew he truly cared. He was the BEST Dr. I have ever gone to and I will miss him very, very much. He was a wonderful man and I am saddened by his passing as I am sure many, many people are because he made a difference and touched our lives.
This is a great loss for everyone and my heart breaks for his wife, his children and his entire family.
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