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State- of California
Honoring Dr. Elmo Agatep
November 2025
WHEREAS, Dr. Elmo Agatep has faithfully served the residents of Seal Beach as a primary care physician for
twenty-one years, dedicating his career to compassionate, community -centered care; and,
WHEREAS, Dr. Agatep has exemplified the highest ideals of the medical profession, approaching his patients
not merely as medical cases, but as neighbors, friends, and fellow community members; and,
WHEREAS, his philosophy of care reflects a deep understanding that true healing is holistic, encompassing mind,
body, and spirit, and that humility, gratitude, and service are the foundations of effective medicine; and,
WHEREAS, inspired by the values of integrity and personal connection, Dr. Agatep has become an
approachable, accessible, and trusted source of medical guidance for generations of Seal Beach residents; and,
WHEREAS, in addition to his local service, Dr. Agatep has brought honor to our community through his work as
a physician for the U.S. Olympic Beach Volleyball and Women's Water Polo teams, contributing his expertise to
athletes competing on the world stage and embodying the Seal Beach spirit of excellence and perseverance;
and,
WHEREAS, his remarkable dedication was exemplified when he secured a license to practice medicine in Paris
so that he could fulfill a patient's final wish to see his wife compete in the Olympic Games — a testament to his
compassion and commitment to the belief that "We can do hard things"; and,
WHEREAS, as Dr. Agatep embarks on a new chapter with the Sports Medicine Department at Hoag, he continues
his mission to help patients of all abilities flourish through movement, exercise, and holistic care, extending his
healing philosophy beyond elite athletics to all who seek wellness; and,
WHEREAS, though he is moving forward in his professional journey, Dr. Agatep remains deeply connected to
Seal Beach — a town that shaped his career, values, and heart — and will continue to be part of our community
through friendships, service, and local ties.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Lisa Landau, do hereby recognize and thank Dr. Elmo Agatep for his many years of
compassionate service to the City of Seal Beach and I call this observance to the attention of our citizens.
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LiskVandau, Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem: Nathan Steele
City Council Members:
Joe Kalmick
Patty Senecal
Ben Wong