AHHOF Friends and Supporters

The Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit organization with a modest operating budget.

In 2023 and 2024, AHHOF has experienced record support from friends and honorees. All contributions are tax-deductible and are used for operations, research, and scholarships. Supporters to date are:

Associations
Alabama Nursing Home Association
Alabama State Nursing Association
Alabama Hospital Association

Memorial Foundations
Dr. Ernest DeBakey Foundation
Reese Phifer Foundation (in honor of Dr. Peter Bryce)

Private and Public Healthcare Providers
BC/BS of Alabama
Huntsville Hospital
Infirmary Health, Mobile
Noland Health Services
Medical Properties Trust
UAB Medicine Enterprises
University of South Alabama

Individuals
Dr. Gerhard Boehm
Robert Chapman
Dr. William Curry
Dr. Joseph Dean
Barbara E. Estep
Dr. Wayne Finley
Juanzetta Flowers
Dr. Will Ferniany
Alan Hartley, CPA (AHHOF Accounting Services)
Dr. Joel Hearn
Dr. Mark Heersink
Dr. Howard Houser
Dr. Christy Harris & Mark Lemak
Dr. Max Michael
Arlene H. Morris, RN, EdD
(in memory of Ruth Harrell, RN)
Dr. Cynthia Selleck
Dr Maria Shirey
William C. Stanard
Charles Thomas, RPh
Dr. Arthur Toole
Dr. Donald E. Williamson
Dr, Kenneth Yohn

AHHOF Anchors

“Anchor”… Defined as: Something that serves to hold firmly an object or gives a feeling of stability.”

AHHOF has designated special recognition for several special supporters in 2013/2014 who have been designated “AHHOF Anchors.”

Dr. Ernest Debakey Foundation
The late Dr. Ernest DeBakey is a 2001 Hall of Fame Honoree. His general surgery practice in South Alabama spanned six decades and over 40,000 surgical procedures. He was recognized by peers as one of the preeminent general surgeons in the Southeast. During his life, and later through his memorial foundation, millions of dollars have been contributed to worthwhile healthcare causes including scholarships for residents and nurses.

Medical Properties Trust
MPT, based in Birmingham, AL, is a leading global provider of capital to hospitals, and one of the largest non-governmental owners of hospitals in the world. CEO Ed Aldag is committed to making a positive difference in communities in which they operate, and encourage tenant operators to run all aspects of operations with environmental and social sustainability in mind. The firm is currently constructing new corporate headquarters in Birmingham that will advance its commitment to preservation, growth, and sustainability. MPT has been recognized three times by Modern Healthcare Magazine’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare.

Noland Health Services
Since AHHOF’s beginning in 1998, Noland Health Services has provided AHHOF invaluable support. On a pro-bono basis, NHS has contributed office and administrative assistance, storage space, meeting rooms, and catering for special luncheon events. Three Lloyd Noland Hospital healthcare pillars have been inducted into the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame including Dr. Lloyd Noland*, Dr. Leon C. Hamrick*, and Administrator Gary M. Glasscock FACHE. Noland Health Services CEO, Barbara Estep, serves on AHHOF’s board. Today’s company specializes in senior living communities, specialty hospitals, and case management.

Wayne Finley, MD, PhD
For many generations Alabama natives Dr. Sara Crews and Dr. Wayne Finley were pioneers in Alabama Healthcare, as well as the Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame. At UAB’s Laboratory of Medical Genetics, the couple brought unique distinction to UAB for clinical evaluations, genetic counseling, and unparalleled education opportunities for students. For decades Dr. Wayne Finley has served AHHOF as a charter board member, Board Chairman, and benefactor. AHHOF’s Scholar’s Program was named the Finley Scholars’ program in the couple’s honor.

Blue Cross/Blue Shield Alabama
Corporate neighbor, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, is the largest provider of healthcare benefits in the state. The company provides coverage to over 2 million residents and employs over 3,300. Corporate President and Chief Executive Officer, Tim Vines, states that BCBSA is frequently referred to as “The Caring Company. “This creed guides the way we support our customers, our community, and employees. Time and time gain Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame has witnessed first-hand the company’s community generosity and support! We are also pleased that BCBSA’s Senior VP of Health Services, Brian Edwards, is a member of AHHOF’s Board of Directors.

* deceased

 

The Hall of Fame organization expresses its appreciation for the 2021 and 2022 contributions. Contributions are tax deductible and used for operations, research, and scholarship.

Alabama Hospital Association Dr. Donald E. Williamson (2016 Honoree)
J.H. Alford, MD
Gerhard A.W. Boehm, MD Board Member, 2018 Honoree
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Robert C. Chapman, FACHE 2008 Honoree
Neil E. Christopher, MD 2008 Honoree
Joseph O Dean, Jr., PhD 2008 Honoree, Emeritus Board Member
Ernest G. DeBakey Charitable Foundation (2001 Honoree)
Arnold G. Diethelm, MD 2004 Honoree
Honorable Larry D. Dixon 2006 Honoree
Wayne Finley, MD, PhD Past Chairman & 2001 Honoree
Juanzetta S. Flowers, DSN, R.N. 2004 Honoree
Alan Hartley, CPA
Byron Green, MD Past Board Member
Madeline G. Harris, RN, RSN 2010 Honoree
Boyd J. Harrison, MD, PC 2018 Honoree
James I. Harrison Family Foundation. (in memory of Jimmy I Harrison, 1999 Honoree)
Joel P. Hearn, DMD Board Member
William D. Henderson Henderson Investments
Bryan Kindred CEO DCH Regional Medical Center
Christy Lemak, PhD, FACHE Board Member
F. Martin Lester, MD 2018 Honoree
Charles A. McCallum, DMD, MD 1999 Honoree
Medical Properties Trust Emmett McClean
Arlene H. Morris, RN, MSN, EdD Board Member
Noland Health Services Carol Knight CEO
Reese Phifer, Jr., Memorial Foundation (in honor of Dr. Peter Bryce, Class of 2,000)
Michael Saag, MD 2014 Honoree
George C. Smith, MD Board Chairman, 2014 Honoree
George (Buddy) Smith, Jr., MD
Jack W. Trigg, Jr., MD
Arthur F. Toole, MD
UAB Health System Dr. William Ferniany, CEO
Kenneth Yohn, MD Board Member

If you would like to contribute to the AHHOF, please forward the gift to Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame, 600 Corporate Parkway, Suite 125, Birmingham, AL 35242, or contact Dennis Stanard at 205-561-7911