On Wednesday, September 14, 2016, Flushing Hospital Medical Center hosted its annual Celebration 2016 Dinner Gala, at Russo’s on the Bay in Howard Beach.
Each year, the Celebration event receives overwhelming support from the hospital’s administrators and staff, as well as members of the community.
This year, President and CEO, Bruce J. Flanz welcomed nearly 400 guests to the venue and spoke with great pride about this year’s honorees. The honorees were chosen because of their devotion and contributions to Flushing Hospital.
This year’s nominees included Mr. Sang Ki Han, President, The Korean Channel and Trustee at FHMC, Alexander Kintzoglou, M.D., Chairman of the Department of Medicine, as well as, Barbara Hill-Boyd, Director, Patient Advocacy.As each honoree’s name was announced, those in attendance stood up and cheered in celebration of their achievements.
Each honoree spoke with passion about the place Flushing Hospital holds in their hearts. Honoree, Barbara Hill-Boyd said it best when she stated, “When I think about my time at Flushing Hospital, the word gratitude comes to mind; gratitude for my co-workers, my supervisors, the patients and their families. You have all touched my life in so many wonderful ways.”
Overall the event was a great success. The leadership and staff at Flushing hospital thanks everyone who has supported the hospital and continues to do so over the years.