Anonymous Donor Gives $10 Million to Expand Neurosciences at Trinity Health Ann Arbor

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ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Feb. 11, 2025) – Trinity Health Ann Arbor announced it has received a $10 million gift from an anonymous donor to create a neurosciences institute on the hospital campus. The transformative contribution will fund the expansion of neurosciences services, introduce innovative technologies, and support significant renovations to the sixth floor of the hospital's Reichert Building. Construction is slated to begin later this year, with an anticipated opening in spring 2026.

The institute will open with new and expanded outpatient dementia and Alzheimer’s care, and greater access to new therapies.

“This gift is not only significant in terms of facilities, programs, and services it will support, but it will also serve as a catalyst for continued growth and progress in the years to come,” said Tamer Abdelhak, M.D., medical director of Neuroscience for Trinity Health – Southeast Michigan. “Future generations will directly benefit from this generosity, experiencing improved coordination of care, and greater access to specialists, all of which will contribute to enhanced outcomes and a higher quality of life for our patients.”

The development will focus on three key areas:

• Ambulatory Clinic Space Expansion: The sixth floor of the Reichert Building will house neurology subspecialists, geriatric medicine, neuropsychology, neurodiagnostic testing, and infusion services.
• Program Development: The institute will initially focus on dementia and Alzheimer's care and will recruit additional specialists and clinical support staff to enhance patient services. Additionally, an endowment fund will be established to support physician time dedicated to research and teaching. Future plans include programs addressing Parkinson’s disease and headache management.
• Elevation of Care: The institute aims to become one of the leading centers in Michigan for the treatment of complex neurological conditions, particularly in stroke and Alzheimer’s care.

“This gift exemplifies how our dedicated donors can improve care in our community,” said Alonzo Lewis, president of Trinity Health Ann Arbor, Livingston, Livonia, and Oakland. “By providing exceptional care close to home for residents of Washtenaw County and surrounding areas, we ensure that all our patients have convenient access to high-quality neurological services. I commend our Neuroscience team for their unwavering commitment to elevating care standards and transforming the healing experience for our patients.”

Trinity Health Ann Arbor's Neuroscience Program includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, and primary care physicians serving Washtenaw County. It has attracted patients from across southeast Michigan. Key investments over the past three years have led to advancements in care delivery and a doubling of patient volume across neuroscience subspecialties, including geriatric neurology, stroke care, spine, brain tumors, brain aneurysms, and epilepsy.

“Philanthropy is a powerful force for change and is essential to advancing our healing mission,” said Doug Ferrick, regional vice president of Philanthropy for Trinity Health – Southeast Michigan. “A gift like this can uplift communities and significantly improve lives. We are committed to utilizing this gift effectively to maximize its impact on our patients.”

For more information about the project and how to support future investments, visit Southeast Michigan | Foundation and Giving | Trinity Health Michigan or call 989-284-2123.