Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital are deeply committed to ensuring that every child in our community has access to the care they need to thrive. This reimagined Pediatric Subspecialty Practice represents a significant step forward in making specialized care accessible to all, particularly our most vulnerable populations. The way we fund healthcare can lead to inequity of care, but by consolidating care of commercially and Medicaid covered patients in one facility, we eliminated disparities in access to care. By expanding access to pediatric subspecialties, we address gaps in healthcare access and early indicators show we have positive health outcomes. We improved access to quality healthcare for all children with the push of a button, an elevator button. This change underscores our commitment to inclusivity and equity at WCM and NYP.
This new space has been thoughtfully designed to serve the diverse needs of our community and their providers. We offer a wide range of services, including gastroenterology, endocrinology, neurology, pulmonology, among others, for children under one roof, ensuring that children with both acute and complex care needs receive coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Community-centric care marries patient-centered care and community engagement, with programs and a healthcare experience designed to support families and empower caregivers. This practice will streamline the care and services we provide and build upon our longtime commitment by NYP and WCM to providing access to quality, state of the art care to all New Yorkers, regardless of their insurance plan.
We thank everyone for joining us for this important celebration of the opening of a redesigned facility, dedicated to the health and well-being of all our community’s children. This clinic is more than just a healthcare facility; it’s a beacon of hope for many families who have struggled to find the care their children need. We are proud to stand behind this initiative and look forward to the positive impact it will have on our community.