News Releases

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., August 31, 2020 – Spectrum Health is one of the many non-profit organizations affected by the ransomware attack against Blackbaud, Inc., which hosts data for the Spectrum...

As an added precaution to help protect our patients, families and staff, Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills temporarily enforced a no visitation policy for the entire campus which began on...

Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the disease GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., August 27, 2020 – Spectrum Health experts get a lot of questions from community members about the...

Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital nurse, lab assistant recognized. LAKEVIEW, Mich., August 25, 2020 – Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital nurse Laura Crawford, RN, had a surprise visitor Friday, as...

Mandy German, PA-C, joins Spectrum Health United Hospital OB/GYN staff. GREENVILLE, Mich., August 25, 2020 – Spectrum Health United Hospital is excited to welcome back Mandy German, PA-C, to its...

Research hopes to shed light on how COVID-19 impacts cancer patients Researchers at Beaumont hospitals in Dearborn, Farmington Hills, Royal Oak and Troy have begun enrolling patients in a new,...

MUSKEGON, Mich., Aug. 20, 2020 – Families in the Muskegon area are invited to pick up a bag of free healthy fresh produce when The Veggie Van makes a stop on Thursday, Aug. 27, from noon to 4...

ZEELAND, MI, August 18, 2020—Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital is pleased to welcome Kelsey Bolks, M.A., CCC-SLP, Speech and Language Pathologist, to the Spectrum Health Zeeland...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., August 18, 2020 – Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital is pleased to announce that Hossain Marandi, MD, MBA, FACHE, has been selected as its new president. The...

Okemos, MI—The late Lynn Gray, MD, MPH, FAAFP, a family physician in Berrien Springs, was recognized posthumously with the 2020 Michigan Family Physician of the Year Award during Michigan...

Zeeland, Mich., August 13, 2020 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital is excited to announce the opening of a pediatric observation unit in partnership with Helen DeVos Children’s...

Due to a recent rise in COVID-19 cases at the Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills campus, and out of an abundance of caution, Beaumont Health is temporarily implementing a no visitor policy for...

AHF Member Kevin Vos Recognized For Program Development and Implementation Arlington, VA – August 12, 2020 – The Association for Healthcare Foodservice (AHF) today announced that Kevin Vos,...

FREMONT, Mich., Aug. 6, 2020 – Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial has been recognized with a statewide award recognizing outstanding community health programs in the state, the Michigan Health &...

The COVID-19 pandemic in Michigan continued to put a strain on Beaumont Health’s patient volumes, operating income and non-operating income throughout the second quarter of 2020. The effects of...

James Thiel, DO, Joins Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital staff. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., July 30, 2020 – Orthopedic physician and surgeon James Thiel, DO, is now seeing patients at Spectrum Health...

Beaumont has more nationally ranked hospitals in Michigan than any other health system Five Beaumont hospitals rank in the top 15 in Metro Detroit All eight Beaumont hospitals earn national 'high...

Residents urged to continue taking precautions to prevent viral transmission (Berrien County, Michigan) – Officials from the Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are...

Before the pandemic, the World Health Organization declared 2020 the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife in recognition of the 200th anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birthday. With...

At Spectrum Health, we strongly encourage our patients, colleagues and families to wear masks, knowing that this is a key factor in preventing the spread of COVID-19. When speaking about...

Newsweek Magazine distinction salutes exemplary care for moms and newborns GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 21, 2020 – Spectrum Health Butterworth and United Hospitals were named to Newsweek’s 2020...

(ST. JOSEPH) – In honor of frontline health care workers at Spectrum Health Lakeland, Andrews University has commissioned an art installation which was recently unveiled within the Lakeland...

COVID-19 SCREENING, MASKS, HAND SANITIZER AND SOCIAL DISTANCING COME BEFORE VACCINATIONS GIVEN UNDER OPEN TENTS IN PARKING LOTS The COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted getting vital routine wellness...

Newsweek Magazine distinction salutes exemplary care for moms and newborns. GREENVILLE, Mich., July 17, 2020 – Spectrum Health United Hospital today was named to Newsweek’s 2020 list of Best...

(ST. JOSEPH) – Caring Circle, the hospice and palliative care organization of Spectrum Health Lakeland, was recently honored with the 2020 Circle of Life Award on behalf of the American Hospital...

Presented by Beaumont Urology Research, join Beaumont experts for a free panel discussion on incontinence to be held 6 - 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 29. Urologists will discuss the different types of...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 13, 2020 – Spectrum Health announced the introduction of an alternative payment program providing patients and families an additional option for paying medical bills....

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 13 de julio de 2020 – Spectrum Health anunció la creación de un programa alternativo de pagos, que ofrece a pacientes y familias una opción adicional para el pago de sus...

(ST. JOSEPH) – Spectrum Health Lakeland has established a six-week summer job program for African American and Latinx students, which is set to begin on Monday, July 13. The GROWTH (Guided...

**This news release is shared on behalf of DTE Energy** GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 9, 2020 – A coalition of healthcare and business leaders from across the state rang alarm bells today, warning...

Providers now seeing patients on-site. BELDING, Mich., July 8, 2020 – Belding area patients can once again utilize Spectrum Health Belding Family Medicine to see a medical provider for in-person...

Spectrum Health invests in transforming women’s care GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 8, 2020 – Work is underway to open the Spectrum Health Women’s Health & Wellness Center, which will make it...

With the goal of enhancing care, reducing geriatric admissions and lowering costs, the Beaumont, Royal Oak, Emergency Department has prioritized and achieved Level 2 Geriatric Emergency Department...

Sarah Vanderhoof, PA-C, Joins Lakeview Family Medicine staff. LAKEVIEW, Mich., August 6, 2020 – Spectrum Health Lakeview Family Medicine is excited to welcome Sarah Vanderhoof, PA-C, to its care...

FREMONT, Mich., July 2, 2020 – Great nurses demonstrate their healing skills and compassion to patients and families every day. Some of them also inspire others to follow in their footsteps and...

A team led by Beaumont Health researchers, Laura Lamb, Ph.D. and Michael Chancellor, M.D at the Aikens Research Center at Beaumont Research Institute has developed a new test to detect COVID-19...

Annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience and financial health ZEELAND, June 30, 2020 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital has...

Beaumont Health has signed an agreement with NorthStar Anesthesia to provide anesthesia and pain services at the health system’s Grosse Pointe, Royal Oak and Troy campuses beginning January 1, 2021.

Grand Rapids, June 29, 2020 – As Spectrum Health takes steps to achieve its vision of personalized health made simple, affordable and exceptional, it is working to optimize its operations. One...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 26, 2020 – Spectrum Health today announced Drew Dostal as the new market leader for the system’s northwest region covering Newaygo, Mason, Oceana and Muskegon...

(ST. JOSEPH) – Through the Allied Health Careers Scholarship program, Spectrum Health Lakeland Foundation awarded a total of $47,500 in the form of 37 scholarships to Lakeland team members and...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 25, 2020 – With fireworks flying off store shelves, state campgrounds reopening and many backyard bonfires planned, the clinical team at the Spectrum Health Regional...

HASTINGS, Mich., June 25, 2020 – Spectrum Health Pennock’s Journey to Zero Infections project was acknowledged today by the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) with its 2020 Advancing...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 23, 2020 – Spectrum Health was named among the 100 Best Places to Work in IT in the nation by IDG Insider Pro and Computerworld. Winners were chosen based on benefits,...

All clinical services are reinstated at Beaumont Hospital, Wayne and the hospital is able to provide comprehensive care to the community. Beaumont Health has also been reconfiguring staffing and...

Six organizations collaborate to meet need of those experiencing homelessness This news release was originally distributed by Mel Trotter Ministries. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 22, 2020— Six...

Advocate Aurora Health and Beaumont Health have been exploring a potential partnership. Following approval last week by the Boards of Directors, today both organizations signed a non-binding...

(ST. JOSEPH) – As part of a three-part approach outlined by Spectrum Health Lakeland to dedicate financial resources, appoint new leadership, and commit to transparency in efforts to reduce...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 16, 2020 – U.S. News & World Report has again included Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in its 2020 Best Children’s Hospital rankings, with a total...

Public-private partnership offers young people new skills, career exploration, professional connections Sharing on behalf of the City of Grand Rapids. Original release can be found here. GRAND...

Jonathan Ashford to begin duties in Greenville. GREENVILLE, Mich., June 16, 2020 – Jonathan Ashford has been named the new chief operating officer for Spectrum Health United and Kelsey hospitals...

Beaumont Children’s annual Walk for Miracles – now renamed the Walk for Miracle Workers - will bring the community together, virtually, on Saturday, August 8, 2020. An online kickoff...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 15, 2020 – Priority Health President & CEO Joan Budden today announced her plans to retire, effective January 1, 2021. “Knowing the company is in a strong position...

Holland, MI, July 14, 2020—Spectrum Health Medical Group and Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital are pleased to welcome Chad Faber, DO, to the medical staff. Dr. Faber has joined Spectrum...

(ST. JOSEPH) – The Board of Directors of Spectrum Health Lakeland approved an expanded strategy to address racial and ethnic health equity in southwest Michigan communities during a special...

Join for fitness and fun August 21 through August 23. GREENVILLE, Mich., June 12, 2020 – Runners and walkers can still get their Dane on this August by participating in a virtual Spectrum Health...

Health equity funding will increase by 40% to total more than $100 million over 10 years Grand Rapids, Mich., June 12, 2020 – Spectrum Health announced today it plans to accelerate and expand...

10 Summer Safety Tips from the Experts at Spectrum Health As Michigan’s Stay Home Stay Safe order comes to an end and life begins to resume some sense of normalcy, Spectrum Health’s infectious...

10th Annual Fundraiser helps patients at Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center. REED CITY & CHASE, Mich., June 8, 2020 – Cancer can be relentless. But event organizers of the Ride for a Cure...

Only health provider in Michigan to earn distinction Grand Rapids, Mich., June 4, 2020 –Spectrum Health is among 23 health providers in the nation recognized for the quality of their revenue...

FREMONT, Mich., June 4, 2020 – Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial is now offering a new health and wellness coaching program with a certified health professional to help people improve their...

The following statement is made on behalf of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Last week, our nation looked on as a law enforcement officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota killed George Floyd...

U.S. Rep. Fred Upton, R-St. Joseph, today announced the FCC’s Wireline Competition Bureau will be awarding a $351,175 grant to Lakeland Regional Health system to support telehealth services,...

EVART & TUSTIN, Mich., June 3, 2020 – Osceola County patients can once again utilize Spectrum Health Evart Family Medicine and Spectrum Health Tustin Family Medicine for their health needs when...

BELDING, Mich., June 2, 2020 – Belding area patients can once again utilize Spectrum Health Belding Family Medicine for their outpatient lab and X-ray needs when the family clinic reopens June...

Beaumont Health is adopting a new anesthesia model to continue the health system’s transformation efforts to enhance the most current industry best practices. The goal is to better serve...

Shelby native to focus on empowering staff, connecting with community FREMONT, Mich., July 2, 2020 – Nick Strait’s first day as chief nursing officer at Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial on...

Funds to Support Art and Wellness Pop-Up Kiosk (ST. JOSEPH) – The Michigan Health Endowment Fund has awarded Spectrum Health Lakeland with a $55,474 grant in support of a pop-up art and wellness...

Beaumont Health is ending partnership plans with Akron, Ohio based Summa Health. The two organizations had been working over the last year to create a partnership, signed a definitive agreement in...

(ST. JOSEPH) – Spectrum Health Lakeland was recently awarded the 2020 Progress Sitefinity Website of the Year Award for Health Care. Since its inception in 2011, the awards recognize websites...

Providers will see patients in Lakeview starting Monday. LAKEVIEW, Mich., May 27, 2020 – Spectrum Health Lakeview Family Medicine is reopening June 1 as restrictions related to COVID-19 continue...

Mobile unit is designed to meet COVID-19 safety guidelines GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 27, 2020 – Spectrum Health is ready to provide mammograms in the era of COVID-19 in the safest way possible....

Two-tiered test improves accuracy (ST. JOSEPH) – Spectrum Health Lakeland is among the first health systems in the state to begin offering COVID-19 antibody testing to the general public. The...

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is taking additional steps to care for the community and keep patients and team members safe by opening a COVID-19 triage tent as an extension of its emergency...

Two-tiered test improves accuracy Grand Rapids, Mich., May 21, 2020 – Spectrum Health is among the first health systems in the state to begin offering COVID-19 antibody testing to the general...

(ST. JOSEPH) – Spectrum Health Lakeland offers financial aid options to provide people with the care they need, regardless of ability to pay. This support has been a long-standing practice of...

Hospital designated as a Level IV trauma facility. LAKEVIEW, Mich., May 19, 2020 – Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital emergency department staff have been recognized for their work with trauma...

New da Vinci equipment offers new capabilities for surgeons, patients. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., May 19, 2020 – A new robotic-assisted surgical system debuted at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital...

Lee P. Begrow, DO, has been named the 2010 Distinguished Alumni by Michigan State University’s Lyman Briggs College. Begrow is a family physician with Spectrum Health Medical Group. “Dr....

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 13, 2020 –Spectrum Health offers financial aid options to provide people with the care they need, regardless of ability to pay. This support has been a long-standing...

Spectrum Health shares expertise from infection prevention and occupational health to help businesses adapt to a new work environment GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 13, 2020 – Spectrum Health is...

Final fundraising effort focused on taking advantage of matching gift. HASTINGS, Mich., May 12, 2020 – The excitement continues to build as the new $12 million, 19,000 square-foot Spectrum...

Fremont, Mich., May 12, 2020 – Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial will hold its May support group meetings virtually as a way to continue supporting patients and their families while promoting...

Second Beaumont Urgent Care opens in Warren With the COVID-19 pandemic and Gov. Whitmer’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order, Beaumont Urgent Care is now offering virtual urgent care visits. This...

Critical care nurses discuss their careers during COVID-19 pandemic The nurses in Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital’s Critical Care Unit are caring for patients who are critically ill with...

Dr. Sanjeev Aggarwal is joining Beaumont Health today as chief of Cardiovascular Surgery for the Beaumont Medical Group. He also will be the physician chief of the Heart and Vascular Clinical Care...

In honor of Mother’s Day, EAM announces annual Hospital Maternity Care Awards NOVI, MICHIGAN, May 10, 2020 – In honor of Mother’s Day, The Economic Alliance for Michigan (EAM), a nonprofit...

Photos and videos to be shared on Spectrum Health social media. LUDINGTON, Mich., May 6, 2020 – Luminary bags with special messages of support and gratitude will light up the night outside...

Death rates also vary by region with worse outcomes in the South and West GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 8, 2020 – A new study led by Spectrum Health physician researchers shows that minority children...

GREENVILLE, Mich., May 7, 2020 – Outpatient lab services are once again available at Spectrum Health United Hospital. In late March lab services were temporarily moved from inside United...

Photos and videos to be shared on Spectrum Health social media. FREMONT, Mich., May 7, 2020 – Luminary bags with special messages of support and affection will light up the night outside...

LUDINGTON, Michigan, May 7, 2020 – Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital has been awarded an A-rating in the spring 2020 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. “Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital is...

These health care heroes shine especially bright during COVID-19 pandemic GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 6, 2020 – In recognition of National Nurses Day (May 6) and National Nurses Week (May 6-12),...

Photos and videos to be shared on Spectrum Health social media. GREENVILLE, Mich., May 6, 2020 – Luminary bags with special messages of support and affection will light up the night outside of...

Photos and videos to be shared on Spectrum Health social media. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., May 6, 2020 – Luminary bags with special messages of support and affection will light up the night outside of...

ZEELAND, Mich., May 6, 2020 – Luminary bags with special messages of support and affection will light up the night outside of hospitals, homes and in neighborhoods Tuesday to mark Florence...

Big Rapids, Reed City services move from temporary locations. BIG RAPIDS & REED CITY, Mich., May 5, 2020 – Outpatient lab services are once again available within Spectrum Health Big Rapids and...

Beaumont researchers hopeful medications can reduce severity of COVID-19 and save lives Researchers at Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak have begun enrolling patients in a new clinical study aimed at...

Hospital will open in phases, serving both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients Beaumont Hospital, Wayne will reopen Tuesday, May 5 at 8:00 a.m. to serve both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients. The...

Hospital will open in phases, serving both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients Beaumont Hospital, Wayne plans to reopen soon to serve both COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients after receiving...