The Institute joins roundtable discussion with elected officials, providers and leaders in the Bronx

On October 31, Institute President and CEO Dr. Eric Gayle joined leaders in the health and human services sector at a roundtable discussion in the Bronx, organized by New York State Senator Gustavo Rivera, Chair of the Senate Health Committee. The group convened to hear from community health leaders, who discussed for the impact of recent federal legislation and plans for sustaining safety-net health care services.

Several elected officials attended, including State Senator Nathalia Fernandez, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, State Assemblymember George Alvarez, and staff from the office of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The Community Health Center Association of New York State (CHCANYS) was also present, along with Bronx health centers VIP Community Services, Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, Sun River Health, Union Community Health Center; Morris Heights Health Center; and Urban Health Plan, Inc. Hospitals and health care trade associations also joined the discussion.

We look forward to collaborating with our elected officials and peers to ensure the health of our Bronx community!