West Palm Beach, FL – APRIL 2026— Palm Beach County Medical Society Services (PBCMSS) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 Pathways to Purpose Community Recognition Event. Nominations are now officially closed, and we extend our sincere appreciation to all who submitted nominations and to the many individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of Palm Beach County residents.
In the spirit of the long-standing Heroes in Medicine tradition, Pathways to Purpose celebrates those who strengthen the healthcare workforce, support patients and families, and improve access to care throughout the community.
2026 Finalists
Caregiving & Community Service Award
Clovis Moodie
Kathleen Waddell
Peggy Bell
Tammy Sirmons
Frontline Worker of the Year
Amy Decker
Maria Fore
Martha Espinosa
Community Impact Leadership Award
Integrated Healthcare, Monique Brown Faust, PhD
Palm Beach State College, Judith A. McCauley
Youth Services Department Palm Beach County, Elisa Cramer
Emerging Healthcare Leader
Anthony Serro
Sydney Ligonde
Urvashi Singh
Leela Narumanchi
Healthcare Scholar
Christopher Lopez
Erica Rankin
Leon Liu
Community Impact Leadership Award – Physician
Courtney Phillips, M.D.
Eugenio Rodriguez, M.D.
Steven Litinsky, M.D.
Finalists will participate in the interview process, and honorees will be recognized at the Pathways to Purpose
luncheon on April 30, 2026, at Benvenuto in Boynton Beach.
In addition, Michael Dennis, M.D. will be honored with a Lifetime of Leadership Award in recognition of his longstanding service, leadership, and significant contributions to the healthcare community, including his instrumental role in advancing medical education and his enduring impact on Palm Beach County.
Sponsors
PBCMSS gratefully acknowledges the generous support of our sponsors, whose commitment to community health makes this event possible:
Ethos Preparedness, Healthcare District of Palm Beach County (HCD), Midtown Surgery Center, Morse Life, My Personal Pediatrician, Palm Health Foundation, Quantum Foundation, FAU Medical School, ReadyOp Communications, Inc., Rendina Healthcare Real Estate
About Palm Beach County Medical Society Services
Palm Beach County Medical Society Services (PBCMSS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to healthcare and advancing community well-being. Through programs such as Healthcare Emergency Response Coalition, Opioid Task Force, Project Access, and workforce development initiatives, PBCMSS works to connect uninsured and underserved residents to vital medical services while strengthening the local healthcare system.
For more information, visit https://pbcmss.org/ or (561)433-3955.
