On Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Flushing Hospital Medical Center held its annual dinner dance, Celebration 2014.
Each year, the event grows with overwhelming support from the hospital’s Administrators and employees. This year, a special guest appearance was made by the da Vinci Surgical Robot, who delighted guests with a chance to test drive its simulator.
Attendance forthis year’s event topped the 500 mark. The General Chairmen of the committee, Robert Crupi, M.D. and Alexander Kintzoglou, M.D. spoke with pride regarding this year’s honorees in their categories.
Employee Awards were given to Mary Carr, Manager, Business Office, Paulette James, Transcription Coordinator, Medical Records and Ralph Nappo, Officer, Security. The employees were touted for their years of dedicated service to Flushing Hospital.
Additionally Maria DeMarinis Smilios, Director, Nursing – Maternal and Child Services was given an award for Excellence in Leadership and Dr. Ahamed Moideen, Director, Medical Education and SICU Trustee was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Perhaps Honoree, Paulette James, summed up the evening best when she stated, “This award means so much to me. Flushing Hospital has become my home away from home and its employees are my extended family.