Fibroid Fighters Foundation proudly honored Paloma Izquierdo-Hernandez, President and CEO of Urban Health Plan, and Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson with the 2026 Flora Award at its annual Your Health in Full Bloom event in New York City.
Named in memory of Dr. Flora Katsnelson, co-founder of Fibroid Fighters Foundation, the award recognizes leaders whose work advances health equity, expands access to quality healthcare, and strengthens underserved communities. This year’s recipients exemplify the compassion, service, and commitment to improving lives that defined Dr. Katsnelson’s legacy.
Through her leadership at Urban Health Plan, Izquierdo-Hernandez has expanded access to patient-centered healthcare for tens of thousands of New Yorkers. As Bronx Borough President, Gibson has championed initiatives that support healthier communities through advocacy, partnership, and public service. Together, their work reflects the values at the heart of Fibroid Fighters Foundation’s mission: empowering communities, reducing healthcare disparities, and improving health outcomes for all.
Read the full article to learn more about the 2026 Flora Award recipients and their impact.
