Jo Clifton 2304 Spring Creek Drive Austin, TX 78704 July 22, 2004 Dr Lee Anderson President, Texas State board of Medical Examiners PO. Npx 2018 Austin, TX 78768 re: Dr. Philip Leonard Dear Dr. Anderson: I have been a patient of Dr. Philip Leonard since 1991. During the time that Dr. Leonard has been treating me I have observed his patience, competence and real compassion for his sick and injured patients. I know in my own case he had to wait many months for payment from the insurance company, but never suggested that I stop seeing him or seek treatment elsewhere. He is always available to provide guidance and refill prescriptions. In addition, he is always kind and takes time to find out more than the minimal information that might be required by Workers Compensation. It is truly a shame that a doctor with so much to give to the community has been prevented from practicing medicine. I know that is your duty to protect citizens from doctors who behave badly, but this is not the case with Dr. Leonard. A patient who was lucky enough to have Dr. Leonard's services abused the system. A jury has found Dr. Leonard innocent and you should act accordingly. Please restore his license so that he and his patients can return to normal. Thank you for taking the time to consider this request. You may call me if you have any questions. Yours Truly, Jo Clifton