Abessinio family donates $6 million to Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, DE

Feb 24, 2024 1117

BY: Shannon Marvel McNaught

Beebe Healthcare's Rehoboth campus is now Abessinio Health Campus, following a $6 million donation from Rocco and Mary Abessinio and family. It's the second-largest philanthropic gift the 108-year-old Beebe Medical Foundation has ever received. The Abessinio Health Campus, includes Beebe's Specialty Surgery Hospital, Outpatient Surgery Center, Tunnell Cancer Center, Medical Arts Building and Center for Breast Health.

“With our region’s anticipated growth comes an expected increase in patients that will need more access to healthcare,” said Dr. David Tam, Beebe Healthcare president and CEO. “Sussex County is and remains our specialty. This very generous gift from the Rocco A. and Mary Abessinio Foundation will help us advance patient care even more as we grow for the future. I am very thankful to Rocco and Mary and their family for this transformational gift.”

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SOURCE: https://news.yahoo.com

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