Home > About CRF > Fundraising > Pulse of the City

Third Pulse of the City Gala Honoring Martin B. Leon

CRF’s 2009 PULSE OF THE CITY GALA was held on October 22 at The Waldorf=Astoria in New York City. Martin B. Leon, MD, Founder and Chairman Emeritus, was honored for his pioneering work in interventional cardiology to improve survival and quality of life for countless individuals with heart disease. The evening celebrated the dynamic and growing field of interventional cardiovascular medicine, and highlighted the importance of training our next generation of physicians. Proceeds support CRF’s medical research and educational programs.

Highlights

 

Looking Back at the Second Pulse of the City Gala

CRF held the second Pulse of the City Gala on November 20, 2008. Over 400 friends and supporters gathered at Gotham Hall to honor and celebrate Eric A. Rose, MD, for his profound influence on the filed of cardiology as a renowned heart surgeon, caring physician, and dedicated researcher throughout his illustrious 25-year career. The spectacular evening benefited CRF’s medical research and educational programs to improve survival for people with cardiovascular disease.