Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center names infusion center in honor of Norma Mae Huggins

Vandalia Health leaders proudly announced that the infusion center at Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center has been named the Norma Mae Huggins Infusion Center at Vandalia Health Mon Medical Center, honoring the legacy of Hall of Fame Coach Bob Huggins’ mother and the lasting impact of the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment on cancer care across West Virginia. The special announcement was made during the 2026 Bob Huggins Fish Fry fundraiser held Friday, Jan. 30, at Mylan Park in Morgantown.

“The naming of the Norma Mae Huggins Infusion Center is a powerful tribute to a woman whose legacy continues to touch countless lives across our region,” said David Goldberg, President and CEO of Mon and Davis Health Systems–Vandalia Health Northern Region, and Executive Vice President of Vandalia Health. “Through the generosity of Coach Huggins, his family, and the generous donors supporting the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment, we’ve brought advanced treatments, innovative technology and enhanced comfort to patients when they need it most. This partnership is transforming cancer care for families throughout West Virginia.”

Established in memory of Norma Mae Huggins following her passing from colon cancer in 2003, the Endowment has raised more than $20 million over the past two decades, including $1.8 million over the last three years benefiting Vandalia Health Oncology, to advance patient care, clinical cancer research, education, equipment and leading technology across the state. Through partnership with Vandalia Health, funding from the Endowment continues to enhance services and expand access to quality, advanced cancer care close to home.

Contributions from the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment have already made a meaningful impact across Vandalia Health hospitals, including a $150,000 donation that funded the installation of state-of-the-art infusion chairs designed with built-in heat and massage functions to improve patient comfort during lengthy treatments. New chairs were placed at Vandalia Health infusion centers throughout the state including Mon Medical Center; Vandalia Health Mon Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital in Weston; Vandalia Health Davis Medical Center in Elkins; and Vandalia Health CAMC Cancer Center in Beckley. Other equipment upgrades included new vital signs monitors at Vandalia Health Oncology’s Charleston, Beckley and Teays Valley locations.

“These upgrades may seem simple, but for patients spending hours in treatment, comfort matters,” said Regan Siko, Director, Oncology Service Line, Vandalia Health Northern Region. “The heated and massage features have already made a noticeable difference for our patients, creating a more soothing environment during a challenging time. We are incredibly thankful for Coach Huggins and grateful for the Endowment’s continued support.”

In addition to enhancing patient comfort, funding from the Endowment has helped Vandalia Health invest in advanced technology to offer stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) at Mon Medical Center for patients with metastatic brain lesions — a highly precise, noninvasive form of radiation therapy that delivers focused, high-dose radiation directly to tumors while protecting healthy brain tissue. The new capability allows many patients to receive advanced treatment in just one to five sessions, improving outcomes while reducing side effects and travel burdens.

“Every investment made through this foundation directly impacts patients and families facing cancer,” said Laura McCall, Executive Director of Philanthropy, Vandalia Health Northern Region. “From comfort-focused improvements like the infusion chairs to advanced treatments such as stereotactic radiosurgery, this support allows us to elevate care across our entire system and deliver the highest level of oncology services to our communities. We are proud to honor Norma Mae Huggins through the naming of our infusion center — a visual representation of the meaningful work being done every day and a reflection of our deep gratitude for the partnership with Coach Huggins and the opportunity to continue advancing cancer care for generations to come.”

For more than a decade, the Bob Huggins Fish Fry has brought together thousands of community members to support the causes closest to Coach Huggins’ heart, raising critical funds for cancer care and community safety initiatives. Proceeds from this year’s Fish Fry totaled $500,000 and will continue to bolster the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment and its mission to improve cancer outcomes across the Mountain State. This year’s Fish Fry welcomed nearly 700 community members to Mylan Park for an evening of food, entertainment and philanthropy, featuring special guest appearances by Merril Hoge, former NFL running back and ESPN football analyst, and Clark Kellog, basketball Hall of Famer and television sports analyst.

For more information about the 2026 Bob Huggins Fish Fry and the Norma Mae Huggins Cancer Endowment, visit BobHugginsFishFry.org.

For more information about cancer care at Vandalia Health, visit MonHealth.com/Cancer.