One Unforgettable Evening.
Endless Heartfelt Impact.
December 4, 2026 | 6:30 PM
The Plaza | New York
Join us for a special evening bringing together visionaries, innovators, and philanthropists to champion the innovations that will define the future of patient care.
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Honoring the Leon Center for Transformational Innovation
Aligning Stakeholders. Accelerating Breakthroughs. Transforming Lives.
Every generation is defined by the moments that change what is possible. This is one of them.
Every great medical breakthrough begins with a bold idea. Yet too many discoveries never reach the patients whose lives depend on them.
The Leon Center for Transformational Innovation was created to change that.
Inspired by the visionary legacy of Dr. Martin B. Leon, the Center brings together the brightest minds across medicine, science, technology, industry, and philanthropy with one shared purpose: to transform bold ideas into lifesaving breakthroughs that will shape the future of healthcare for generations to come.
On December 4, we celebrate more than a new beginning. We celebrate a bold vision, an enduring legacy, and the opportunity to shape the future of medicine together.