(L-R) Dr. Alberto Rozo, Dr. Shaikh Hasan, Dr. Rumana Sabur, Dr. Sabeeha Qayoom, Lata Singh, Dr. Marie Wilson, Dr. Jeremy O’Connor, Joyce Jackson, David Ferris, Dr. Laura Iavicoli, Dr. Tayla Schwartz and Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)
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MetroPlusHealth’s Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care event, held on March 28th at Terrace on the Park, Queens, was an extraordinary celebration honoring the unsung heroes of New York City’s healthcare system. With over 300 guests, including local government officials and prominent healthcare leaders, the gala shone a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of 100 healthcare professionals who went above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Established in 2017, the annual gala acknowledges the excellence of NYC Health + Hospitals facilities and top-tier physicians, particularly primary care practitioners, for their unwavering commitment to exceptional patient care. The honorees were selected based on their outstanding performance, as measured by their QARR and HEDIS scores, which assess the quality and effectiveness of care provided.
This year’s event served as a heartfelt tribute to those who tirelessly served their communities, demonstrating resilience and dedication in the face of unprecedented challenges. Through their exceptional efforts, these healthcare heroes have made a profound impact on the lives of countless New Yorkers, embodying the spirit of compassion and excellence that defines MetroPlusHealth’s commitment to providing quality healthcare for all.
QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) David Ferris, Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah, Dr. Tayla Schwartz, Dr. Jeremy O’Connor, Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero, Lata Singh, Dr. Marie Wilson and Dr. Peter J. Tesler attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah, Dr. Tayla Schwartz and Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah, Dr. Tayla Schwartz, Dr. Bethel Ndubueze, Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero, Dr. Ross MacDonald, Mariana Noriega and Dr. Jonathan Giftos attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah and Kevin Leo attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: Dr. Tayla Schwartz attends MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) John Liu, Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero, Erin Drinkwater and Dr. Tayla Schwartz attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Jin Hong, Dr. Tayla Schwartz and Christopher Hernandez attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: Ellen Scharaga (L), Dr. Tayla Schwartz (2nd R) and Roger Milliner (R) attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Lila Benayoun and Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (3rd L-2nd R) Dr. Tayla Schwartz, Yelena Schmidt and Anyelina Tejada attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero, Michelle Lewis and Lata Singh attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (2nd L-R) Erin Drinkwater, Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero and Ebony Young attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Erin Drinkwater and Gabriela Mayorga attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-2nd R) Erin Drinkwater, Dr. Tayla Schwartz, Sally B. Hernandez-Piñero and Ebony Young attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: Roger Milliner (R) attends MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: (L-R) Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah, Ganesh Ramratan and Erin Drinkwater attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)QUEENS, NEW YORK – MARCH 28: Dr. Rumana Sabur (L) and Dr. Sanjiv S. Shah (R) attend MetroPlusHealth’s 2024 Provider Appreciation Gala: Distinguishing Quality in Health Care on March 28, 2024 in Queens, New York. (Photo by Sean Zanni/Getty Images for MetroPlusHealth)
