SHELDON H. GENACK, MD, FACS
CEO's Distinguished Service Award
Sheldon H. Genack, MD, FACS, is a highly respected surgeon and leader, serving as the Chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway. A dedicated member of the health system for three decades, Dr. Genack has played a key role in advancing surgical care, expanding specialized services, and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals.
A fellowship-trained, double board-certified specialist in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Genack joined St. John’s in 1995 as Division Chief of these specialties. In 2021, he was appointed Chairman of Surgery, ushering in a period of growth and innovation. Under his leadership, the department has recruited top-tier surgeons in vascular, colorectal, plastic, and orthopedic surgery, significantly enhancing the hospital’s surgical care capabilities and patient care standards. Read more
ST. JOHN'S EPISCOPAL HOSPITAL MEDICAL STAFF
Philanthropic Legacy Award
Dr. Lesly Michel, MD, President of the St. John's Episcopal Hospital Medical Staff Officers will accept the award on behalf of the St. John’s Episcopal Hospital (SJEH) Medical Staff. The SJEH Medical Staff – a dedicated team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants – is the backbone of healthcare delivery at Episcopal Health Services, playing a vital role in the well-being of the communities it serves.
This collaborative team ensures access to care through direct patient services, expanded coverage, and timely interventions. Their collective expertise and commitment to evidence-based practices support the delivery of high-quality healthcare, promote continuity, and uphold clinical standards. Read more
NOTABLE
Innovator in Healthcare Award
Notable's CEO, Pranay Kapadia, will accept the award on behalf of Notable. Deployed at over 12,000 sites of care, Notable is the leading healthcare AI Platform for transforming workforce productivity. Through Notable, millions of once-manual tasks are automated daily in a safe, secure, end-to-end AI Platform that optimizes workforce efficiency and productivity, cuts operational costs, eliminates fragmentation, and enhances the patient experience. From patient access and member enrollment to revenue cycle management and more, our AI Agents reduce administrative burdens so your staff, providers, and patients can focus on what matters most.
FELICIA JOHNSON
Dr. Edward Williams, Jr. Community Service Award
Felicia Johnson is the fourth of five children, and the youngest daughter of the late Rev. Clarence B. Johns, Jr. and Jeanette T. Johns, who is 93 years old. A Long Island native, Felicia graduated from Farmingdale High School and attended Hampton University (formerly Hampton Institute), her parents’ alma mater. A third-generation Hamptonian, she carries on a family legacy that includes her maternal grandparents, sisters, and numerous aunts and uncles.
Inspired by Hampton’s alma mater, "Let Our Lives Do the Singing,” Felicia witnessed her parents’ dedication to community service during a period of racial integration. They actively participated in PTA and community meetings — often as the only people of color — addressing the challenges of race riots in schools. These experiences deeply influenced her, fostering a desire to effect positive change. Read more
