Progreso Latino Recognizes BVCHC at 33rd Anniversary Gala
September 24th, 2010
On the evening of September 23rd, Progreso Latino presented two awards to Blackstone Valley Community Health Care staff members. BVCHC’s clinical staff was nominated for the Unsung Health Professional Hero’s Award for their dedication to the community. Dr. America Foster and Dr. Ernesto Mirabal were present to accept a certificate of appreciation on behalf of all BVCHC clinical staff.
Also, Adriana Vargas was awarded the Community Health Champion Award for her work with BVCHC and her dedication to the community for the past 33 years. Adriana Vargas is BVCHC’s Director of Marketing and Community Outreach. Over 400 guests, including state and local elected officials, community advocates, and business leaders attended the event.
Congratulations to Adriana Vargas and BVCHC’s clinical staff!
Dr. America Foster, Adriana Vargas, and Dr. Ernesto Mirabal
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