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In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Silverman is active in leading groups of surgeons and medical personnel to Ecuador to provide surgical care to the underserved in this developing country, under the auspices of C.H.A.N.G.E, based in Worcester, and FUNDASE, based in Ecuador. The majority of care has focused on repair of congenital anomalies of the face and hand, especially cleft lip and palate, along with secondary burn reconstruction and treatment of scars. Away from work, Dr. Silverman is an athlete, involved in rowing, sailing, and competitive bodybuilding, holding several titles, including the 2000 INBF Northeast Classic heavyweight winner and the 2000 Superbody Masters winner. Most recently, he finished 4th at the WNBF Pro Masters Cup and 3rd at the WNBF Mr. Universe, his first “professional” placing in the top three. He has written and performed music and poetry, including an original “drug-free” rap as background to his posing routine in competition. He is currently co-secretary of the Dartmouth Class of 1981 and a member of the Dartmouth Alumni Council.
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