An historic gift by Manfred and Christina Freissle is paving the way for major renovations to the Women’s Center at Bon Secours St. Francis Eastside Hospital, the health system announced during a ceremony Oct. 4.

The Freissle family gift is one of the most significant in the health system’s nearly 100-year history and will help fund critical medical equipment, state-of-the-art technology, and expanded support for the clinical team.

Honoring the family’s generosity, the renamed and renovated Freissle Family’s Women’s Center will feature advanced technology, improved lighting, and redesigned labor and delivery suites that foster comfort, safety, and spiritual support for mothers and newborns.

Manfred and Christina Freissle have devoted their lives to philanthropy through championing educa

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