Seven NYC Health + Hospitals employees named to Crain’s 2022 list of “Healthcare Leaders to Watch”
August 25, 2022

NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that seven employees across the city’s healthcare system have been named to Crain’s 2022 “Healthcare Leaders to Watch” list. Each is recognized for its leadership, achievements, and ability to adapt to crises.
Crain’s New York 2022 Healthcare Leaders to Watch:
Hyung “Harry” Cho, MD, FACP, SFHM
Systems Chief Value Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals
Natalia Sineas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer
Michelle Lewis
CEO, NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health
Dr. Rebecca Lynn-Walton, LCSW
Senior Assistant Vice President, Office of Behavioral Health, NYC Health + Hospitals
Lewis Marshall, MS, MD, JD
Chief Medical Officer, NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln
Milenko Milinic, MS
Chief Capital Officer, Design, Construction and Financial Affairs, NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, Interim Chief Operating Officer
Taliyah Schwartz, MD
MetroPlusHealth President and CEO
“Having so many NYC Health + Hospitals employees join Crain’s 2022 list of Healthcare Leaders to Watch is a major achievement. NYC Health + Hospitals President and CEO Mitchell Katz, MD“The recipients are dedicated, innovative, and selfless public servants who work hard every day to help New Yorkers live healthier lives. Thank you for your service.”
“I am truly grateful for this honor from Cranes,” he said. NYC Health + Hospitals Chief Value Officer Hyung “Harry” Cho, MD, FACP, SFHM“This certification would not have been possible without our phenomenal team who have worked so hard over the years to improve patient health.”
“I am extremely honored to be part of this impressive and inspirational group of healthcare leaders. I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation for including me.” NYC Health + Hospitals Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer Natalia Cineas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN“The past two and a half years have been extremely difficult times for everyone in the healthcare industry, and society at large, as we battle the ongoing global pandemic. We recognize that diligence and resilience are leading the response to the crisis and providing the highest quality health care to all New Yorkers, especially those who are disadvantaged, disadvantaged and most vulnerable. I am constantly inspired by the dedication and dedication of our nurses and nurse leaders, and I gratefully accept this award on behalf of myself and the entire nursing family at NYC Health + Hospitals.”
“Gotham Health is grateful for the recognition of our commitment to providing high quality, affordable care to our communities, regardless of their ability to pay or immigration status,” it said. Michelle Lewis, CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health.
“I am honored to be making this list on behalf of the incredible work that goes on every day at NYC Health + Hospitals. It was a pleasure to attend each day and serve alongside my colleagues.” said. NYC Health + Hospitals Senior Assistant Vice President, Office of Behavioral Health Rebecca Linn-Walton, PhD, LCSW“I wouldn’t be here today without professional, compassionate behavioral health care. It’s a joy to fight for the same access that every New Yorker saved my life.” is.”
“We are proud to be recognized by Crain’s New York as a Healthcare Leader to Watch. Congratulations to the 2022 Healthcare Leaders to Watch. NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln Chief Medical Officer Lewis Marshall, MS, MD, JD.
“To be recognized as one of Crain’s 2022 Healthcare Leaders to Watch is an incredible honor. I am humble. Milenko Milinic, Chief Capital Officer, Design, Construction and Financial Affairs, NYC Health + Hospitals“While it’s always nice to receive recognition for your efforts, the real payoff is that the work my colleagues and I do at NYC Health + Hospitals will make a difference in the lives of some of New York City’s most underserved people.” It’s about knowing that it’s making an impact in your life.”
“We are honored to be recognized by Crain’s New York Business as a Healthcare Leader to Watch for 2022. MetroPlusHealth President and CEO Talya Schwartz, MD“Congratulations to my colleagues and industry winners for this well-deserved recognition.”
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