From left to right: Matt Brown, Saks Fifth Avenue; Dr. Sallie Permar, pediatrician-in-chief at NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital; Michelle Antonini; John Antonini, Saks Fifth Avenue
The 13th Plates for Pediatrics Dinner, held on Tuesday, February 25, celebrated the incredible work at the NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital. Held at Cipriani South Street at Casa Cipriani with support from Saks Fifth Avenue, the evening raised a record-breaking $2.5 million in support of pediatric care.
From left to right: Jalani McCoy; Candice Johnson; Javion "Jojo" McCoy; Dr. Sallie R. Permar, Pediatrician-in-Chief, NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital
Hosted by Dr. Sallie Permar, Pediatrician-in-Chief at NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine, the evening highlighted the journey of Javion "Jojo" McCoy, whose kidney failure was treated at NYP/Komansky. Watch his story below.
The Plates for Pediatrics Dinner supports programs including the Pediatric Simulation Center, a hub of medical education that improves patient care; Residency Education, a three-year pediatric residency program; and Pediatric Mental Health.
If you would like to make a contribution in support of children's health or learn more about NewYork-Presbyterian Komansky Children's Hospital, please contact Carolyn Razzano at 917-757-5016 or car2027@nyp.org.