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The Health Care Heroes awards recognize excellence, promote innovation and honor the efforts of organizations and individuals making a significant impact on the quality of health care in our area.
Nomination deadline: Nov. 30, 2023
Application deadline: Dec. 14, 2023
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Feb. 29, 2024
8:30 – 11 a.m.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits please contact your account manager or email [email protected].
If you have questions about this awards event, please email [email protected]
FAQ:
What is the nomination process and the steps to take?
Once the online nomination form is completed an automated email will be sent to the individual nominated (the email address entered in the “Nominee Email” field) and a submission receipt will be sent to the email placed in the “Nominator’s Email” field.
In order for the nominee to continue with the process they must fill out the application form by the application deadline listed in the automated email and on the corresponding event landing page.
We do also suggest that up to three letters of recommendation be sent to [email protected] by the application deadline to be included in the nominee’s judging packet as supporting materials. This is not a requirement, but an added benefit.
How can I or my organization be considered for the Health Care Heroes award?
While anyone can nominate, we recommend nominations come from a senior leader in the organization. It is then required that the nominee go through the entire application process, please see above response for more details on that.
What are the judges looking for when selecting the Health Care Heroes Honorees?
It is essential that the candidate or organization has made a significant impact on health care in the Greater Rochester Area. It is helpful to have at least one letter of recommendation from someone that can speak to this.
Can I save the nomination or application forms while I’m working on them?
Unfortunately, at this time you cannot, but we’re working to fix that. In the meantime, we suggest either filling out the forms on a separate sheet of paper and/Word Doc first or be prepared to spend some time in the form.
If I’m an honoree, do I need to purchase a ticket?
You do not need to purchase a ticket for yourself if you are an honoree. All other attendees must purchase a ticket. Please, note that all RBJ events are limited attendance based on location. Honorees and sponsors are guaranteed tickets. Individual tickets will only go on sale if space is available after sponsorship deadlines.
What is included in sponsorship packages?
Sponsorship opportunities to include a table for your guests, multimedia marketing, logo usage and much more depending on the level your company selects. For more sponsorship information and benefits please contact your account manager or email [email protected].
Can I buy an ad in the publication?
Please contact Suzanne Fischer-Huettner to place an add or purchase a sponsorship package.
What are the categories?
Acupuncture Specialist: This award honors individuals whose impeccable performance in acupuncture goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
Advanced Practice Provider: This award honors nurse practitioners or physician assistants whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
Chiropractor: This award recognizes individuals whose impeccable performance in chiropractic care goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
Dental Specialist: This award honors dental specialists whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
Eye Care Specialist: This award honors eye care specialists whose impeccable performance goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
First Responder: This award honors individuals such as emergency medical technicians, paramedics, firefighters and police for their professional achievement and community involvement in their line of duty.
Health Care Innovation: This award honors a company or individual primarily responsible for a medical science discovery or for development of a new procedure, device or treatment that can save lives or improve the quality of life for a large number of people.
Health Care Staff: This award recognizes an individual whose performance receives high marks from peers and superiors. The category is open, but not limited, to physician assistants, emergency medical technicians and health information technicians.
Lifetime achievement: This award is presented to one individual for his/her lifetime career of advancing the health care of our region through heroic acts, mentoring, compassion, honor and integrity.
Management: This award recognizes an individual who serves in a management role in a health care institution. This person should have made measurable positive contributions to his or her organization. Factors to be judged include evidence of measurable results as well as testimonials from peers and administrators.
Massage Therapist: This award recognizes individuals whose impeccable performance in massage therapy goes above and beyond in the workplace. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers and patients.
Medical Professional: This award recognizes individuals who serve our community by providing services beyond the clinical setting. The category is open, but not limited, to licensed practical nurses, physical therapists and home health care aides.
Mental Health: This award honors an individual who is professionally qualified to treat patients with mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, and whose effectiveness is supported by testimonials from peers and administrators.
Nurse: This award honors a nurse who has performed in exemplary ways. Factors to be judged include patient satisfaction and evidence of performance effectiveness, including testimonials from superiors, peers, and patients.
Congratulations to the 2023 Honorees!
These outstanding health care organizations and professionals are being recognized for their professional accomplishments, community leadership, innovation, and mentoring.
Advanced Practice Provider
Shannon Bentham
Rochester Regional Health, Unity Hospital
Dana Rojek
F.F. Thompson Hospital
Katrina Wojciechowski
Rochester Regional Health
Dental Specialist
Endong Li, DDS
CP Rochester, an Ability Partners Agency
Eye Care Specialist
Holly Hindman, MD, MPH
The Eye Care Center
Health Care Innovation
15-Day Whole-Food Plant-Based Jumpstart
Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute
Affirming Care Innovation
Rochester Regional Health Chemical Dependency
Empire State Supporting Housing Initiative
Episcopal SeniorLife Communities
Health Care Staff
Kristine Barrett
Rochester Regional Health, Unity Hospital
James Creighton
Rochester General Hospital
Regina Moyd
Jewish Senior Life
Tracy Muscatella
Rochester Regional Health
Patrick Pitoni
Trillium Health
Matthew Sproul
Canandaigua Emergency Squad Inc.
Lifetime Achievement
Jeffrey R. Allen, MD
Greater Rochester Independent Practice Association (GRIPA)
Glenda Hastings
Advent House
Adrian Leibovici, MD
Rochester Regional Health
Management
Courtney Blackwood
University of Rochester
Michael Celento
Jewish Senior Life
Jospeh Coon
University of Rochester Medical Center, Highland Hospital
Lisa R. Davis-Wall
University of Rochester Medical Center, Highland Hospital
Marisa Geitner
Heritage Christian Services
Theresa Glessner
Rochester Regional Health
Joel Haas, MD
iCircle Services
Obaida Omar
Catholic Charities Family and Community Services
Medical Professional
Melissa Bronstein
Rochester Regional Health
Maricela Pedraza
HCR Home Care
Patricia Potter
HCR Home Care
Mental Health
Kathleen Crowley Murtha
Rochester Regional Health
Denise Eshenaur
Empowering People’s Independence
Melissa Shoemaker
Rochester Regional Health
Nurse
Caitlin Bonanni
UR Medicine Thompson Health
Melanie Carney
Rochester Regional Health, Unity Hospital
Elizabeth Duxbury
Rochester Regional Health
Lori Pellicano
Friendly Home
Yvonne R. Peters
Catholic Charities Family and Community Services
Marisa Storke
HCR Home Care
Physical Therapist
Tracy Ford, PT
ElderONE
Dudley Hallstead, PT
UR Medicine Thompson Health
Cindy Shuman
Lattimore Physical Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation
Physician
Youngrin Kim, MD
University of Rochester Medical Center, Highland Hospital
Cynthia Teerlinck, MD
F. F. Thompson Hospital
LeKeyah N. Wilson, MD
Rochester Regional Health
Senior Care
Ann Barton
Jewish Senior Life
Ellen Clarkson
Rochester Regional Health Home Care and Hospice
Diane Hayton
MM Ewing Continuing Care Center
Special Needs
Leanne Zonneville
Prime Care Coordination
Volunteer
Tom Riley
Rochester Regional Health Foundations
Past Honorees
Presenting Sponsor
