{"id":1221,"date":"2022-10-26T11:05:45","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T14:05:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/?p=1221"},"modified":"2022-11-01T09:56:28","modified_gmt":"2022-11-01T12:56:28","slug":"after-two-years-pequeno-principe-gala-is-held-in-person-once-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/9\/after-two-years-pequeno-principe-gala-is-held-in-person-once-again\/","title":{"rendered":"After two years, Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe Gala is held in person once again"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cConnecting with others is what makes us feel human, it\u2019s what brings meaning to our lives, it\u2019s what makes us feel alive,\u201d highlighted the executive director of Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe Hospital, Ety Cristina Forte Carneiro, in her speech during the 12th<\/sup> edition of the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe Gala, held on October 14th<\/sup> at Gotham Hall in New York. After two years of taking place online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the event has returned to being in person, allowing more connection between the 260 attending supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI invite you all to connect with those in need. In Brazil, two out of three deaths of newborns up to 1 year old could be avoided if these families had access to medical diagnosis and treatment. I recently visited the Amazon. In this huge area, only one in ten children survives if they need complex medical care. If you ever needed medical care for yourself or someone you love deeply, you know the value of what we do. Therefore, I invite you to support our cause,\u201d emphasized Ety Cristina. The invitation was promptly welcomed by the participants, and the event raised US$ 876,950.00 for the Pequeno Principe\u2019s assistance and research activities, being the amount of US$ 122,500.00 a result from the auction held that night.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Conducted by the masters of ceremonies Jair Oliveira and Tania Khalill, the event brought together high cuisine and solidarity. Chefs Thomas Troisgros, Daniel Boulud, Manu Buffara and Rafa Costa e Silva prepared an exclusive menu, under the command of the patron of the initiative, chef Claude Troisgros, who has supported the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe for over ten years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philanthropic supporters<\/strong>
The Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe Gala has the essential support of philanthropic supporters Daniele Giacomazzi Behring and Amalia Spinardi Thompson Motta, who mobilize their relationship networks in favor of the institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In her speech, Daniele thanked all the supporters who were present. \u201cYears come and years go, and you come forward to support science, innovation, care and, above all, children in Brazil. We are now in a new normal, a different and difficult time. We learn how fragile we are and how vital science is during times like these. The generosity and the support of all of you ensures that we are able to help the most vulnerable children. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Amalia reflected on the limitations of access to healthcare in Brazil and the importance of uniting society around this cause, to give Brazilian children more opportunities in life. \u201cLast week, I had to deal with critical brain surgery for a dear employee of ours. I was in a long line at a public hospital, trying to register to see Rosa. When you are in a health institution that is not private, you are faced with the most humble and vulnerable people. Looking into these people\u2019s eyes, I could see their suffering and pain. You feel their desperation for a chance to be treated and thrive. So, one thing that I couldn\u2019t get out of my head all week was this: the importance of helping people with limited access to healthcare. And that\u2019s what we\u2019re doing here tonight, we\u2019re celebrating, but we\u2019re also making the cause of children\u2019s health stronger and more supported.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n

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Honorees<\/strong>
One of the highlights of the event was the tribute paid to Dr. Leonardo Mulinari and the philanthropist couple Cl\u00e1udio and Renata Garcia. As he began his speech, Mulinari spoke out of his heart. \u201cThis is without a doubt the most important recognition I have ever received in my career. As a pediatric heart surgeon in Curitiba, working at Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe was a long-standing desire of mine,\u201d he revealed. Current head of Pediatric and Adult Congenital Heart Surgery and director of the Congenital Heart Center at the University of Miami, he worked on the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe for 15 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe reach of Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe goes far beyond Curitiba, being a reference for pediatric care throughout Brazil. Over the years, my career as a heart surgeon has changed a lot. The synergy with Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe had a great influence on my development as a professional, and for that I thank all the leaders at Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe,\u201d he stressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The doctor also pointed out that advances in medicine have made it possible to save an increasing number of babies in critical situations. \u201cThis is the real mission of the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe. It has all the resources, talents and more. At Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe, children are treated with great dedication, they provide the best care for children and develop care for the future, through the organization\u2019s vision, planning and action. This is what led Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe to become one of the best pediatric hospitals in the world,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mulinari also recalled that pediatric heart surgery is one of the most complex areas of medicine. \u201cFew centers do this with excellence. It is really a collective effort with surgeons, assistants, anesthesiologists, intensivists, cardiologists and many other professionals. The keys to success are dedication, compassion, precision, knowledge and willingness. All this can be found in the heart of Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe,\u201d he pointed out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philanthropist Renata Garcia, from the Garcia Family Foundation, spoke about her personal experience with her son\u2019s hospitalization and highlighted the importance of humanizing care in this context. \u201cThe Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe indicators reveal its successful treatments, which rank it as one of the best pediatric hospitals in the world. But the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe is much more than that. They know the importance of bringing school to patients, of allowing one companion per patient in the neonatal care unit. They look for ways to entertain the kids, with book clubs, songs. Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe\u2019s expertise saves lives. The Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe\u2019s human approach removes fear,\u201d she underlined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to a work trip, her husband and also honoree, Cl\u00e1udio Garcia, could not participate in the event.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Auction<\/strong>
During the Gala, an auction was also held to increase fundraising for the Pequeno Pr\u00edncipe. There were seven lots up for auction, with items such as medals commemorating the goals scored by Pel\u00e9 in his career, IWC Schaffhausen watch, clutches from the exclusive collection of the Olympia Le-Tan brand, a gastronomic experience in one of the trendy restaurants of chef Daniel Boulud and works of art signed by renowned artists such as Vik Muniz and Raul Mour\u00e3o.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charm and animation<\/strong>
The Gala had moments of great charm and animation. During the cocktail party, a presentation by DJ Gaspar Muniz welcomed the participants. At the opening, the Broadway Youth Ensemble choir gave a moving performance. At the end, it was the turn of singer Vitor Kley to cheer up those present with an exclusive show that had everyone dancing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click here and check the event\u2019s photo gallery.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Held on October 14th in New York, the 12th edition of the event brought together 260 supporters of the institution, raised a total of US$ 876,950.00, and was marked by the emotion of the reunions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1233,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[10],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1221"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1221"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1221\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1278,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1221\/revisions\/1278"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1233"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1221"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1221"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pequenoprincipe.org.br\/newsano6\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1221"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}