On October 29, 2009, SFHP honored providers for their dedication to serving the residents of San Francisco and excellence in health care at the 2009 Provider Recognition Dinner and Awards Ceremony. The attendees, including providers from each medical group, SFHP Governing Board Members, and SFHP Staff, gathered at 1 Fort Mason for this successful event (despite the Bay Bridge Closure and H1N1 vaccination clinics). Children’s Health Center at SFGH received the SFHP Award for Excellence for their Fluoride Varnish Program implementation. North East Medical Services received the first ever Healthy San Francisco Award for Excellence for their work on patient access. These two clinics received this honor because of exceptional performance in all quality indicators, consistent patient outreach efforts, and delivery of comprehensive care to all members.

The following is a list of award recipients for 2009. Award recipients received recognition at the provider dinner and a customized plaque from San Francisco Health Plan to display at their practice sites.

Award for Pediatric Preventive Health
Carol Lee, MD*

Polly Chen, General Manger at CCHCA accepts awards on Dr. Lee's behalf.

Award for Women’s Healthcare: Mammography and New Patient Orientation Clinic 
Chinatown Public Health Center

Award for Excellence in Chronic Care Innovation 
Ocean Park Health Center (Diabetes)*

Dr. Michael Drennan, Director of Community Oriented Primary Care and Community Programs at SFDPH accepts award on OPHC's behalf.

Award for Excellence in Chronic Care Innovation 
South of Market Health Center (Pain Management)

Award for Dedication to Healthcare Service Delivery 
Health First at St. Luke’s Hospital









Community Service Award 
Maxine Hall Health Center

Award for Excellence in Technology Innovation 
CCHCA (Disease Management and EMR)

Award for Extraordinary Physician Leadership 
Dr. Lisa Johnson, Medical Director of Quality Improvement for SFDPH









We would like to thank everyone for their continued efforts in providing superior, affordable health care to improve the quality of life for the people of San Francisco. “Here today for a healthier tomorrow.”