
Presented annually at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital Gala, the Community Champion Award honors an individual that has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to strengthening the bonds between Newton-Wellesley Hospital and the communities it serves. The award recognizes those whose leadership, service, and advocacy advance the health and well-being of our neighbors and foster meaningful, lasting connections across our diverse community.
This year, Stephen R. Karp will be presenting Steve Fischman
with the 2026 Community Champion Award.

PLEASE JOIN US IN CELEBRATING STEVE FISCHMAN AT
RHYTHM IN CARE
HEART & VASCULAR HEALTH
26TH Annual Newton-Wellesley Hospital Gala
Benefiting the
MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM HEART AND VASCULAR INSTITUTE
AT NEWTON-WELLESLEY HOSPITAL
Saturday, October 17, 2026
The Westin Boston Seaport
5:30 PM: COCKTAILS & ENTERTAINMENT
7 PM: DINNER & PROGRAMMING
8:45 PM: DESSERT & DANCING
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