BOROUGH PRESIDENT GIBSON’S STATEMENT ON THE APPOINTMENT OF CRISTINA CONTRERAS AS CEO OF NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS/LINCOLN

"Cristina Contreras is a compassionate and dedicated leader who cares deeply about increasing access to care for underserved communities in our city. I am delighted to congratulate her on her new role as CEO at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and to see her implement her vision to improve our borough's health infrastructure. We claim Cristina as one of our own and we are excited for her to return to the Bronx! I look forward to working with her and her team and I am certain that she will propel NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln to further success and build on their rich history of providing compassionate patient-centered care. Her leadership promises to enhance our community's well-being, and I am confident that under her guidance, the organization will continue to be a pillar of support for those in need. Her dedication and innovative approach will undoubtedly make a significant impact on the quality of care provided."