Honorees Announced for March of Dimes Women of Distinction Awards

Fort Lauderdale, Fl., March of Dimes is honored to announce the Honorees for the 25^th Anniversary of Women of Distinction presented by: Memorial Healthcare System.  This annual event provides the community with an opportunity to honor exceptional women in South Florida. “We are honored to have this opportunity to recognize women who are making a difference in both their careers and their community. Said Elaine Miceli-Vasquez, Women of Distinction Committee Chair. “Our country is in the midst of a maternal and infant health crisis that has been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever, it is imperative we do all we can to help moms and babies have a healthy start. Over 30 women were nominated from facilities, colleges and organizations across West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. A selection committee of local market leaders determined the 13 Honorees. 2020 Women of Distinction Honorees Ana Oliveira, Morgan Stanley Beckett Perkins, Envision Physician Services Clara Diaz-Leal, Bank United Ellie Schrot, Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center at Broward Health Dr. Elaine Wallace, Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Dr. Farzanna Haffizulla, Nova Southeastern University’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine Haroula Protopapadakis Norden, Memorial Healthcare System Jennifer Cohen, H.A.N.D.Y. LaTéssa Dotson Hall, Richard P. Hall Eagles Foundation, Inc Lesli F Cartaya Franco, O’Connell & Goldberg Public Relations Michele Merrell, Merrell Consulting Group Monica Figueroa King, Broward Healthy Start Coalition Dr. Patricia Ann Rowe-King, Broward Health, Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital The honorees will be celebrated at our Zoom virtual Women of Distinction awards program on November 13^th at 11:45am. In addition to Presenting Sponsor Memorial Healthcare System, Women of Distinction is sponsored by Broward Health and Envision Physician Services. March of Dimes has worked closely with local healthcare partners and the community to provide critical support in response to COVID-19.  March of Dimes is offering free weekly virtual support groups to pregnant and postpartum individuals, provides critical medical supplies to expectant mothers and families with newborns, and partners with health care officials in offering March of Dimes Facebook Live events to keep families up-to-date on the latest COVID-19 information and its impact on the health of moms and babies. About March of Dimes March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every baby can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family. Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information. Visit shareyourstory.org for comfort and support. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagramand Twitter. For more information contact Elizabeth Clarke, 954-290-6846, eclarke@marchofdimes.org Related content:

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