Ohio Gov. DeWine honors Dr. Amy Acton with empowering video on National Doctor Day (video)

Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton holds up a mask as she gives an update at...
Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton holds up a mask as she gives an update at MetroHealth Medical Center Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020, in Cleveland, on the state's preparedness and education efforts to limit the potential spread of a new virus which caused a disease called COVID-19. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)(Tony Dejak | AP)
Updated: Mar. 30, 2020 at 3:46 PM EDT
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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Gov. Mike DeWine concluded Monday’s press conference with a video that honored Dr. Amy Acton and empowered young women across Ohio.

The video features a montage of young girls who have been inspired by Dr. Acton’s strength and determination during Ohio’s health crisis.

Dr. Acton, a native of Northeast Ohio, serves as the director for the Ohio Department of Health and has been at the forefront of the movement to limit the spread of COVID-19.

National Doctors Day is celebrated annually on March 30, honoring the medical professionals who dedicate their lives to the health care field.

To all doctors: We're thankful for you today and always!

Posted by Cleveland 19 News on Monday, March 30, 2020

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