The Blue Shield of California is honoring 60 people and organizations in San Diego for their "leadership in advancing health, equity, and innovation," the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
"Our progress in serving members and the communities across San Diego County is enhanced by all those who work together to improve the health and wellness of all San Diegans," says Kristen Cerf, president and CEO of Blue Shield Promise, which is hosting the first "Leading the Way" Awards Dinner on Nov.
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The awardees represent "a broad cross section of healthcare providers, community organizations, and public officials serving Medi-Cal beneficiaries across San Diego County," according to a press release.
Two of the awardees, Family Health Centers of San Diego and the Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee on Anti-Poverty, will be recognized with Visionary Awards for their vital roles serving the community.
"From ensuring Medi-Cal beneficiaries keep their coverage to important education, health, economic, and affordable housing development programming, our goal of achieving systems change aligns with Blue Shield Promise's innovative approaches to transform health care," says Fran Butler-Cohen, CEO of Family Health Centers.
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