On Tuesday, March 12, 2013, the National Health Foundation presented Ruthita J. Fike, MA, CEO and administrator of Loma Linda University Medical Center and executive vice president for hospital affairs, Loma Linda University Health, with the Ludlam-Gamble Award for leadership, vision, and commitment. Ms. Fike is the first woman selected to receive the award.
During a tribute dinner attended by more than 300 leaders and executives in the health care industry, the National Health Foundation (NHF) in association with the Hospital Association of Southern California, recognized and celebrated Ms. Fike for her leadership in the community. In addition to recognizing a leader in health care, funds raised during the annual event support the NHF mission to improve and enhance the health of the underserved by developing and supporting innovative programs. The March 12 event was the most successful fundraiser to date, and was held at Pandora on Green in Pasadena, California.