GAMBARIN, Dr. Kimberly
Dr. Kimberly Jean (Aken) Gambarin, 46, passed away at home on July 25, 2016. Kim was born in Beacon, NY on December 24, 1969. She suffered for several years with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy that began (for unknown reasons) after a second surgery on her shoulder. Dr. Gambarin recently retired and closed her medical practice, Hill Country Infectious Disease Consultants in Austin, TX. She is survived by her husband Dr. Semyon Gambarin, daughter Elena Kristine Gambarin, parents Bernard R. Aken, Jr. and Phyllis G. Aken ---all of Austin, TX. Her grandfather, Bernard R. Aken, Sr. of Munising, MI. is 98.

Accomplishments: *Child prodigy pianist recognized by Julliard and Mannes. (Born with perfect pitch.) *Graduated from Spackenkill HS, Poughkeepsie NY, May 1988. Was Salutatorian, NY Regents Scholar and an IBM Watson Scholar. Held many school leadership/officer positions and inducted into the Honor Society. Member and officer of the Thesbian Society. Was undefeated singles tennis player Junior year. Played the oboe in the school symphony. *Graduated from Cornell University, Ithaca NY, May 13, 1993, with a Bachelor of Science in Biogenetics. (Held club leadership positions such as Secretary and President of the largest club on campus, The Concert Commission.) *Graduated as a Doctor of Medicine from SUNY Stonybrook Medical School, Long Island NY, May 1998. Passed 4th year medical boards (US & Canada) in the 99th + percentile. *Completed medical residency in Internal Medicine as well as Fellowship in Infectious Disease at Baylor, Houston, TX. *Certified in Advanced Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine. *Earned a Kuk Sool Won martial arts Black Belt. Kim was self-driven and pretty much the best at whatever she tried.

In the end, however, no achievement was ever more important or dear to her heart than her daughter, Elena. In her last days, Kim's eyes just lit up when she talked about one of their recent excursions to the Cheesecake Factory restaurant and movie, "The Secret Life of Pets." She cherished the time they spent together.

A memorial service will be held at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 3525 Bee Caves Road, Austin, TX on Sunday, July 31st at 1:00pm. Sweet and savory treats will be provided after the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Kimberly's name.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly GAMBARIN

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26 Entries

Margaret Moore

August 13, 2016

Dr. Gambarin,

I was a high school classmate of Kim's and my heart broke when I heard the news. Even back then, we knew that whatever path she chose, Kim would make the world a better place just by who she was, whether it was as a doctor or a veterinarian. While we were just classmates, I was thrilled to hear she had become a doctor and had a wonderful family.

I lost my husband in an auto accident two years ago and my heart goes out to you and your daughter for the journey you are on. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that you are not alone and there are other widowed out here help you navigate this roller coaster of a grief journey. Please feel free to reach out to me and I will put you in touch as needed.

I am sending you and your daughter a wish to find a little bit of peace today and hope memories bring comfort.

Kind regards,
Maggie Moore (Meg Nichols)

Elizabeth Newell

August 4, 2016

Very sorry that you have experienced this loss. My sincere condolences. -Elizabeth Newell (former patient)

Dave and Sue Passinault

August 3, 2016

Bernie, Phyllis, Elena and Dr.Gambarin.
So very sorry for your loss. God chose you to have this very special gift. You are so very blessed to have such a beautiful person in your life. She is playing for all the Angels in Heaven. May God help you during these trying times. Hugs and Prayers

Sofija Vidakovich

August 3, 2016

So sorry to hear of Dr. Gambarin's passing. She was an incredible physician and I count it a blessing to have worked for her.. To her daughter: Your mom was very proud of you and we got to know all about you thru her. You made her very proud. She will be greatly missed.

Ron and Rebecca Schneider

August 1, 2016

So sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet wife, Dr. Gambarin. Though we are only patients of yours, we feel your pain and loss. You are in our prayers. May God comfort you and your family at this most difficult time.

Lilly Nichols RN

July 31, 2016

Prayers for Sam and Elena Gambarin and Mr and Mrs Aken in this time of sorrow.

Lilly Nichols

July 31, 2016

My prayers and condolences for the Gambarin family.

Lucy Grant

July 31, 2016

We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Much love to you, Elena. Lucy and Mary

Kathryn Heim

July 31, 2016

Praying that God covers Dr Sam Gambarin, Elena and Mr. and Mrs. Aken with His peace and comfort at this time of sorrow.

Sandy Foss, RN

July 31, 2016

To the daughter of Dr Kim Gambarin: I must tell you how many times during your mom's medical rounds on my unit (I'm a nurse) we ended up talking about what your latest accomplishment was or what you were doing. Your mom was a brilliant infection control physician whose patients loved her, but first and most importantly, she was your mom.
I celebrate her life!

SUZETTE WEBER

July 31, 2016

SADDENED TO LEARN OF DR GAMBARIN'S PASSING. I WORKED CLOSELY WITH HER ON MANY WOUND INFECTON PATIENTS DURING HER TIME AT SAMC. SHE WAS GRACIOUS WITH HE TIME AND TAUGHT ME MUCH.

Joseph Garcia MD

July 30, 2016

Shocking, tragic news. Kim was a detail oriented, talented Physician. She suffered a lot with the RSD for years. My sincere prayers for all her family. May God help carry your grief.

Adele Vaplon

July 30, 2016

So sorry to hear of Kim's passing. She taught me Infection Prevention as a new IP at SAMC. She was a fabulous teacher and so generous with her time. I still quote her in my lectures to new employees. Such a brilliant mind and kind spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Deborah Neel

July 29, 2016

Dr. Kim SAVED my husbands life and I am grateful! Prayers to the family! requiescat in pace sweet lady!

July 29, 2016

Sam & Elena,

I am shocked and my heart breaks to learn of Kim's passing. She helped me out with several patients while she still worked at South Austin Medical Center. What a huge loss and all too young. May she rest in peace and pain free. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. May God grant her a place in his heavenly kingdom and may God give you the faith and peace in knowing that.

Dina J. Tebcherany, MD
& Family

Tina Bunch

July 29, 2016

Our sincerest sympathies to Sam and his daughter and family. Our prayers are with you. Drs Tina and Ken Bunch

Jennifer Trice - SNW OR

July 29, 2016

My deep sympathies go to your family.

Diane Wall

July 29, 2016

I had the pleasure of working with Dr Gambarin several years ago. I'm grieved to hear of her passing. My prayers are with all of her family.

Cathie Anderson

July 29, 2016

Dear Family,
My deepest condolences for your tragic loss. Dr. Gambarin was responsible for saving my son's life on more than one occasion. I loved her quirky way of sharing news about his health, but when I needed assurance, she was tender and caring. I know you will miss her and the medical community will miss her brilliant ability to provide care for patients with empathy and excellence. Prayers.

Warren Miller

July 29, 2016

I grew up in Austin many years ago (Casis and O. Henry JHS) and still have many friends there. Now in my early 70s, I try to keep up with what's going on by subscribing to the electronic version of the Austin American-Statesman. I always turn first to the obituaries because those I grew up with are no longer young.

I never knew Dr. Kim Gambarin. However, I'm amazed at all she accomplished in unrelated fields of endeavor in her too-short life--medicine, music, tennis, acting, service to others, and being a Mom and wife. Clearly, her passing is a huge loss for her daughter, husband, and parents. But it's also a huge loss for the Austin community and, indeed, for our nation. I'm enormously saddened to read of the passing of one so selfless and with so much energy, drive, talent.

I hope that her daughter, husband, and family will accept my deepest heartfelt condolences about their loss. I'm very sad and will pray for all those who knew and loved her. She was clearly an unbelievably talented and giving human being. Our nation is in desperate need of more Americans like her.

Most respectfully--

Warren D. Miller, CFA, CPA
Lexington, Virginia

Kathy LaMont

July 29, 2016

I'am so sorry for your heavy loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of loving hugs.

Donna Debnar (Golisek)

July 29, 2016

As a classmate of Bernie, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May she rest in the Peace of the Lord. There is no pain greater than losing a child. Donna Golisek Debnar, Atlanta, Ga.

Dianne Hulan

July 29, 2016

Dr. Gambarian, you and your family will be in our prayers. We pray for peace and healing.

Dianne & Bob Hulan

Sandy Aken

July 29, 2016

I'm so sad I never got to meet her, she was very accomplished. We shared 2 out 3 of our names. Mine is Sandra Jean Aken. My father is Jerome (Jerry) Aken and my grandfather is Gerald Aken.

Barbara Brown-Ackerman

July 28, 2016

Rest in peace sweet lady, you have accompliced so much in the time God gave you on this earth, I can see why your family is so proud of you.

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