CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS
Dr. Wooten has worked & lived in the 3rd Congressional District for over 30 years, in fact he was born in the community and supported initiates to the benefit of the greater Phoenix Valley for over 30 years. He has made a positive impact on the lives of youth by providing scholarships and serving non-profit organizations that focus on improving the quality of life for children. As a practicing pediatrician , he has exhibited his leadership skills by working with organizations that focus on health and wellness.
HONORS AND AWARDS
Dr. Wooten has received numerous recognitions for his community works of service. Here’s a look at the scope of his volunteer commitments and awards.
2018
Arizona Community Foundation Black Philanthropy Award
South Mountain Community Humanitarian Award
2017
Ebony House “Pillar of Excellence” Award
2016
City of Phoenix Calvin C. Goode/ Martin Luther King, Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award
2005
NAACP Outstanding Leadership in Medicine Award
1998
Maricopa County Medical Society
Doctor Thomas Dooley Medal
Doctor of the Year
1996
Youth Unlimited Community Service Award
1994
Maricopa County Chapter, NAACP Image Award for Medicine
1982
University of Arizona College of Medicine Research Award
COMMUNITY SERVICE AND BOARD SEATS
- 1987- Present Phoenix Pediatric Society (President 1994-1996)
- 1993- Present H.O.P.E. Scholarship Fund, Founder, Chairman of the Selection Committee
- 1994-1996 Southwest Human Development, Board of Directors
- 1993-1998 Boys and Girls Club of Metropolitan Phoenix, Board of Directors
- 1991- 2008 American Heart Association, Arizona Chapter, Board of Directors
- 1991-1994 Arizona State University College of Business, Dean’s Board of Excellence
- 1990-1995 Phoenix Day–A Child Development Center, Board of Directors
- 1989- 2015 Arizona Sickle Cell Anemia Society, Board of Directors-Professional Advisory Board
- 1989-1996 Arizona Epilepsy Society, Board of Directors
- 1987- 2000 Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation, Board of Directors
- 1983-1991 Valley Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, Board of Directors