Washington, DC, May 18, 2018 --(PR.com)-- In honor of women's heart health and as a testimony to his
commitment to health equality, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, CEO, Lawrence Executive Alliance of
Professionals (LEAP), LLC, was honored to be a guest at WomenHeart's 18th Annual Wenger Awards on
May 7 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium. Dr. Lawrence, who was an invited guest of Boston
Scientific, also was thrilled to meet actor Lamman Rucker, master of ceremonies, who is known not only
for his on-screen roles, but also for his activism in minority communities for issues like health,
incarceration rates and education.
Rucker's commitment to community health is in direct alignment with the role Dr. Lawrence has assumed
for the District of Columbia and cities across the country. Medical staffing company LEAP, LLC, as well
as the business's partner nonprofit, LEAP Foundation DC, together are devoted to globally providing
competent and caring medical professionals for all clients, as well as educational and training
opportunities to meet the aspirations of the underserved citizens of the District of Columbia.
“Through both my business and nonprofit, we are committed to addressing the unmet social and health
needs of the people of the District of Columbia,” Dr. Clayton said. “I have seen, first hand, the positive
impact advocacy can have on a community in need. It is up to us, as leaders, to provide a stage and voice
for those who are overlooked and disregarded. This includes tending to the health needs of the veteran
and civilian patients who visit our government-contracted facilities.”
Boston Scientific Corporation is clearly committed to a similar mission. The company's medical device
products are used in everything from interventional cardiology to urology. Boston Scientific recently
appointed Dr. Helene Clayton-Jeter, also in attendance at this year's Wenger Awards, as its national
director of the Close the Gap Health Equity Program.
Dr. Clayton-Jeter's experience includes six years as the director of cardiovascular and endocrine liaison
program, Office of Health and Constituent Affairs, Federal Drug Administration, as well as the health
programs coordinator for the FDA. Her work has helped raise awareness of health professional and
patient issues and viewpoints. Her latest endeavor aims to “eliminate cardiovascular care disparities,”
while helping to ensure “all patients receive optimal cardiac care, regardless of age, gender, race,
ethnicity or primary language.”
“LEAP is committed to diversity and assisting in the eradication of health disparities,” Dr. Lawrence said.
“It goes without saying that we are proud to collaborate with a trailblazer and organization clearly
committed to the values we are so well-aligned with. It was an honor to be in attendance at the annual
WomenHeart Wenger Awards. We believe strongly in WomenHeart's mission and it was an incredible
opportunity to see so many come together at a fantastic event.”
Named in honor of Dr. Nanette Kass Wenger, the annual Wenger Award ceremonies each year focus on
women's cardiovascular medicine and research. Wenger has been called a pioneer for women in
cardiology. WomenHeart has sponsored the event for several years and is on a mission to “improve the
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health and quality of women living with or at risk of heart disease, and to advocate for their benefit.”
The 2018 Wenger Awardees included The Hon. Debbie Dingell (MI-12), Excellence on Public Service;
Dr. Roxana Mehran, Excellence in Medical Leadership; Chandra Wilson, Excellence in Media; and Dr.
Clayde Yancy, Excellence in Medical Research.
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Contact Information:
Lawrence Executive Alliance of Professionals
Dr. Clayton Lawrence
(202) 349-4089
Contact via Email
www.leap4staffing.com
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