Congratulations to Dr. Suzanne Forde on Receiving the United Hospital Fund Excellence in Health Care Award!

We are proud to share that Dr. Suzanne Forde, Senior Surgical Physician Assistant and Quality Lead for the Department of Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County, and a valued member of Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY), has been named a 2025 United Hospital Fund (UHF) Excellence in Health Care Award honoree.

Selected from more than 70 healthcare organizations across the New York metropolitan area, Dr. Forde is the only provider from NYC Health + Hospitals to receive this recognition this year — a reflection of her extraordinary leadership, compassion, and impact on surgical care.

Throughout her career at Kings County Hospital, Dr. Forde has made significant contributions across multiple specialties, including general surgery, vascular surgery, colorectal surgery, and surgical oncology. She is widely admired for her patient-centered approach, her steady leadership in advancing surgical quality and safety, and her commitment to elevating the experience of every patient she serves.

Guided by her personal motto, "Ever kind," Dr. Forde approaches her work with deep compassion, patience, and an unwavering belief in treating every patient with dignity.

As a PAGNY provider, Dr. Forde exemplifies the caliber of care and leadership that helps move healthcare forward across NYC Health + Hospitals.

You can read the full announcement from NYC Health + Hospitals here.

Congratulations, Dr. Forde, and thank you for your leadership and service!