John Dugan
I am a retired anatomic pathologist and have been living full time in Orleans with my wife, Carol since Spring, 2020. Professionally, I worked at Lahey Clinic (now Beth Israel Lahey Health) in Burlington, MA for almost 34 years before retirement after completing residency and fellowship training at the University of Pennsylvania. I have 3 adult children who all live west of the Mississippi River, as well as 3 “grand-puppies.”
We chose to live in Orleans because of the natural beauty of Cape Cod and its waters, as well as for the community’s respect for and commitment to protecting this invaluable resource. As enthusiastic kayakers, bikers and hikers, we try to enjoy outdoor activities every day. I have been a member of OPC for about 10 years and have been engaged in water quality sampling programs for the past 3 years: cyanobacteria testing at Cedar Pond, the PBA estuary testing at Lonnie’s Pond, and the biannual SMAST testing effort at Meadow Bog, Uncle Seth’s and Uncle Israel’s Ponds. I would like do more to advance the mission of OPC, by enhancing the quality and sustainability of Orleans’ waters.
Thank you again for providing me the opportunity to join the Board of OPC.