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Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Receives One of the Largest Donations in Its History to Launch Patient Care Expansion; Main Hospital Lobby Dedicated to Honor Sally and Raymond Ehrle
Annapolis, MD - Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (LHAAMC), the premier hospital serving Annapolis, the Eastern Shore and beyond, is grateful to announce a transformational philanthropic gift from Annapolis resident Sally Ehrle, PhD – one of the largest in the hospital’s nearly 125-year history. In recognition of this extraordinary generosity, the main North Pavilion lobby at LHAAMC has been named in honor of Sally and her late husband, Raymond Ehrle.
Dr. Ehrle’s contribution is the lead gift of a major philanthropic investment in support of Luminis Health’s Vision 2030 strategic plan, with the goal of enhancing health, advancing wellness, and removing barriers to high quality care. The Ehrle’s gift will support planned renovations to expand patient care space, allowing LHAAMC to better serve the community and introduce additional patient-centered innovations.
“We are deeply grateful to Dr. Ehrle and her late husband for their remarkable generosity and vision to spark change and inspire others,” said Dr. Sherry Perkins, president of Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. “The Sally and Raymond Ehrle Lobby is in the heart of our hospital and welcomes 200,000 patients, family members, and visitors each year. It will stand as a welcoming reminder that none of us are alone in our health journey, we have dedicated neighbors who invest to ensure high quality care, close to home.”
Dr. Ehrle joined her two sons, their children, Dr. Perkins, Luminis Health CEO Tori Bayless, hospital leaders, clinicians, and community members for a dedication ceremony honoring the Ehrle’s enduring legacy of care and compassion.
“Raymond and I lived simply with a goal of someday using our resources to support the community.” said Dr. Ehrle. “I have an extensive volunteer history wherever I have lived, and this volunteerism has led to being a donor to several institutions in the Annapolis area. I have been an Annapolis resident for 23 years and feel a strong tie to this community.”
Always humble and focused on others, Dr. Ehrle has asked that the amount of her gift remain confidential and hopes to instead focus on the impact that philanthropy can make on the health of the community.
“By enabling us to grow with the needs of our community, Dr. Ehrle’s gift will enhance the health of generations to come,” said Elizabeth Gross, vice president of the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation. “Our hospital has been built by the remarkable generosity of this community. Generations of philanthropists have stood with us to make LHAAMC the nationally-recognized institution that it is today. Dr. Ehrle’s gift is a powerful catalyst, and we hope it inspires others to join in, because every gift, no matter the amount, plays a vital role in the health of our community.”
This transformational gift comes on the heels of LHAAMC’s Emergency Department receiving the Maryland Stars of Life Executive Director’s Award from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS). The hospital is also consistently recognized among the Best Hospitals by Newsweek and rated high performing by U.S. News & World Report. LHAAMC is the only hospital in Maryland to earn 13 consecutive ‘A’ grades from Leapfrog for patient safety and is one of just 6% of hospitals nationwide to receive a third Magnet designation for nursing excellence.
