Tribute to Excellence Journal 2023 - Flipbook - Page 32
2023 Quality Improvement Champions
Alba C. Pumarol, MD
Regional Medical Director, Bronx
Institute for Family Health
For her leadership of the Stevenson Health Center in the
Bronx, where she has exemplified the art of combining
clinical excellence with empathy; she has been dedicated
to the center since its inception and helped it grow into
an institution which now provides over 65,000 medical,
behavioral health, and dental visits each year.
Kendra D. Ray, PhD, MPH, MBA, MT-BC, LCAT
Dementia Program Director
Menorah Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care
MJHS
For her creative and evidence-based approach to
memory care which has demonstrated that music and
art therapy programs are effective ways to reduce
depression and decrease agitation in nursing home
residents experiencing memory loss; this led to
improved outcomes for patients and families and higher
job satisfaction for staff.
Tony Renteria
Vice President for Operations
Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center
One Brooklyn Health
For his work to improve the nursing home environment,
positively affecting the lives of residents through
enhancements to residential, clinical, and recreational
spaces; and for overseeing the merger of environmental
and dietary services and facilities management, ensuring
a consistent standard of excellence that enhances the
overall patient experience.
United Hospital Fund | Tribute to Excellence in Health Care
