Anthony J. Migliaccio, 83, died March 13, 2016, in Tiverton, RI.
Tony graduated from Dartmouth College in 1954, and from New York Medical College, with distinction, in 1959. He completed his internship and surgical residency at Rhode Island Hospital, and was elected in 1968 as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His commitment to ensuring better outcomes led him to write and publish a book focused on better health, Fitness and Expectations.
Tony was a clinical assistant professor of surgery at the Brown University School of Medicine. He was a partner with Northeast Health Care helping to pioneer a cost-effective alternative to emergency room services. In addition to being a coastal and offshore sailor and woodworker, he was an accomplished photographer whose work was featured in many art shows. A staunch environmentalist, he was a past president of Save the Bay.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Paula, four children, 13 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
