UPMC today announced a major philanthropic gift from Daniel G. and Carole L. Kamin and the Kamin Family Foundation to UPMC Presbyterian that will further UPMC's mission of delivering life changing medicine and pioneering innovative treatments that transform patient care. In appreciation for the Kamin family's gift of $65 million and their longtime support of the hospital and the Pittsburgh community, the new UPMC Presbyterian bed tower, now under construction, will be named the Daniel G. and Carole L. Kamin Tower.
"The generosity of Dan and Carole and their family to this region and now to UPMC Presbyterian is truly inspiring and will have a lasting impact on the lives of countless patients. It will enable our dedicated team of medical professionals to continue their relentless pursuit of excellence," said Leslie C. Davis, president and CEO, UPMC.
"The ripple effect of the Kamin generosity will be felt far and wide, as we work toward developing even more groundbreaking therapies, improving clinical outcomes and providing compassionate care as we prepare to open the most technologically advanced and patient-centered facility in the region," added Davis.
Dan and Carole Kamin have been long-time supporters of UPMC both in philanthropy and volunteerism. For many years, Carole Kamin has served as President of the Ladies Hospital Aid Society, and she also serves on the boards of directors of UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside and the Eye and Ear Foundation. The Kamins supported the construction of the UPMC Mercy Pavilion where the reception lobby is named in their honor.
"It is only fitting that this building, which will change how the community thinks about health care, will bear the name of the Kamin family who have chosen to use their resources to benefit the entire region," said Sandy Rader, president, UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside.
"Today, Dan and I are honored and delighted to share in announcing our historic gift, which will allow for the development and advancement of specialized and very advanced patient care, including in neurology, vascular and cardiology medicine and patient care," said Carole Kamin. "We know this represents a leap forward towards a better tomorrow, to the benefit of patients who receive health care in the greater Pittsburgh area and beyond. This facility will help the UPMC team achieve breakthroughs in medicine that will continue to attract and retain top talent."
"The Kamin Tower will provide amenities where all employees, patients and their loved ones will always have the feeling that UPMC values being part of a family, who are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve," said Dan Kamin.
"We are thrilled to lend our support and our name to this beautiful new tower - a place of healing, of innovation, of kindness and truly life changing medicine," added Carole.
The Kamin Tower, a 636-bed facility adjacent to the current UPMC Presbyterian, will feature leading-edge technology to improve the patient experience and transform the way health care is delivered in western Pennsylvania. Patients will benefit from modern, private rooms with natural light, easier access to services like imaging, and shared spaces for loved ones to spend time. Providers and staff will enjoy collaborative spaces and integrated systems to make providing care seamless. And the community will take advantage of spaces for local vendors, artists, farmers markets, and a full-service restaurant.
Now approximately 70% complete, the tower is projected to open for patient care in early 2027.
