The Shaya Family was awarded the prestigious Order of Charity Award from Ascension Health for their lifelong devotion to serving their community. Mary Shaya and the late Dr. Fawzi Shaya, and their entire family were celebrated for their commitment to healthcare and humanitarian efforts around the world.
“I am deeply honored to receive the Order of Charity Award with my family. This award is a testament to our tireless work dedicated to advancing healthcare access and improving the lives of individuals in need,” Mary Shaya remarked. “My family has always been my rock, and I am grateful for the 51 years I had with my beloved husband, Dr. Fawzi Shaya. Together, we built J&B Medical with the shared mission to make the world better through healthcare. This award affirms our mission and reminds us of the importance of family and the power of love, compassion, and resilience in driving positive change in the world.”
As a symbol of appreciation, the Shaya Family was presented with a crystal plaque etched with the beautiful design entitled “The Spirit of Charity.” The plaque replicates the sculpture that greets all Ascension Providence Hospital Novi visitors. The Shaya family feels honored to receive this distinguished award, and they remain deeply committed to improving the lives of others.
Kahlil Gibran said it best: “It is when you give of yourself that you truly give.”
Mary Shaya was born in Iraq and moved to Michigan with her family when she was 12. She attended Madonna University before co-founding J&B Medical with her late husband in 1996. Today, J&B Medical is a mission-driven global leader in healthcare, spanning all aspects of medical-related care, including national managed care contracts, sole source program management, technology solutions, and insurance-covered, emergency-medical, retail home-care, and veterinary products. Mary, who continues to lead as the President of J&B Medical, is a testament to the Shaya family’s unwavering commitment to empowering communities through access to quality healthcare. Mary has been recognized for her global humanitarian efforts with the United Nations and serves on the boards of several charitable organizations, including the Chaldean American Ladies of Charity and the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council.
Dr. Fawzi Shaya, an Iraqi-born American entrepreneur, was a visionary leader in the healthcare industry, having established several successful businesses before co-founding J&B Medical with Mary. His legacy is rooted in his commitment to providing exceptional healthcare through innovation, technology, and community partnerships. Mary and Fawzi were married for 51 years and had four children, Stephen, Chris, Julian, and Charlene, and seven grandchildren. Dr. Fawzi passed away in 2020.
