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Baltimore, Maryland – April 2025 – In a significant recognition of entrepreneurial excellence, Debbie Ailiff, President and CEO of Procare Ambulance of Maryland, Inc., has been named a finalist for the Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2025 Mid-Atlantic Award. This esteemed honor celebrates visionary business leaders who drive innovation, transform industries, and create meaningful social impact.
Celebrating 40 Years of Entrepreneurial Excellence
Now in its 40th year, the Entrepreneur Of The Year program is one of the world’s most prestigious business awards, recognizing leaders who demonstrate courage, ingenuity, and a commitment to long-term value creation. The Mid-Atlantic program highlights outstanding entrepreneurs across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC.
An independent judging panel selected Ailiff and 35 other finalists out of over 160 applicants, acknowledging her leadership in Procare’s mission as one of the leading medical transportation and mobile healthcare providers, aiming to deliver high-acuity interfacility transport and set valuable practices in the rapid transfer of STEMI and other critical patients. Through its innovative Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) programs, Procare extends care into the home, helping reduce hospital admissions, improving outcomes, and closing critical gaps in the healthcare continuum. Procare also provides medical standby services for Maryland’s major sports teams.
Pioneering Mobile Integrated Healthcare
Under Ailiff’s leadership, Procare Ambulance has emerged as a trailblazer in Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH), an innovative model that delivers in-home medical care to reduce hospital readmissions and improve patient outcomes. As Maryland’s first and only private EMS provider approved for MIH, Procare has saved thousands of inpatient days, easing the burden on hospitals while enhancing community health.
“Being named a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® award is a reflection of the extraordinary team behind Procare,” said Ailiff. “Our success is rooted in a deep, shared commitment to the patients we serve, the partners we support, and the people who power our mission. This recognition is especially meaningful to me, as my late brother, Geaton DeCesaris, was a past recipient of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® Mid-Atlantic Award. It’s an honor to follow in his footsteps and stand among those shaping the future with vision and impact.”
Award Timeline and National Recognition
Regional winners will be announced on June 18, 2025, at a special awards ceremony in Washington, DC. These winners will then advance to compete for the National Entrepreneur Of The Year Awards, to be presented in November 2025 at the EY Strategic Growth Forum®, a premier gathering of high-growth companies and industry leaders.
Supporting a Legacy of Innovation
The Entrepreneur Of The Year program, founded in 1986, has honored more than 11,000 entrepreneurs across the U.S. and nearly 60 countries worldwide. The awards are produced by EY US, with support from presenting sponsors including PNC Bank, SAP, Marsh USA, and Cresa, LLC. Additional regional sponsors include ADP, Cooley, DLA Piper, and REQ.
A Vision for the Future
Ailiff’s recognition underscores the growing importance of private-sector innovation in healthcare, particularly in preventive and integrated care models. Her leadership at Procare exemplifies how entrepreneurial vision can drive systemic change, improving both patient outcomes and healthcare efficiency.
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About Procare Ambulance of Maryland, Inc.
Procare is one of the leading medical transportation and mobile healthcare providers, specializing in high-acuity interfacility transport, Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH), and medical standby services. The company is recognized for its clinical excellence, innovative care models, and commitment to improving healthcare access and outcomes across the Baltimore-Washington region.
Media ContactCompany Name: Procare Ambulance of Maryland, Inc.Contact Person: Cameron AiliffEmail: Send EmailPhone: (443) 370-2990Country: United StatesWebsite: https://procareambulance.com/
