News Releases

Spectrum Health’s cancer program received a three-year accreditation with commendation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC).The CoC encourages providers to improve...

While Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital celebrates its new addition and building renovations, its long history as a leading medical institution has not been forgotten. The two year $98 million...

Spectrum Health Evart Family Practice in Reed City, MI will be hosting a seasonal flu vaccine clinic for their existing patients on Friday, November 12th, from 9:00am-4:00pm. The clinic is located...

M. Ashraf Mansour, MD, has been named Academic Chair for the Spectrum Health Medical Group (SHMG). Dr. Mansour, head of the Spectrum Health vascular surgery division and currently interim chief of...

Jim Fahner, MD, division chief of pediatric hematology and oncology at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, was named the William Montgomery 2010 Pediatrician of the Year by the Michigan Chapter of...

Spectrum Health patients can now easily carry important health information in the palm of their hand. VIEW THE YOUTUBE VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4shz3ani0II Spectrum Health is...

The Spectrum Health Medical Group continues to develop its neurology division through the addition of two neuro specialists. Archit C. Bhatt, MD, MPH, medical director for stroke, and Ahmed O....

Tom Peterson, MD, has been promoted to executive director of quality, safety and community health at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Peterson previously served as the medical director of...

Spectrum Health Medical Group announced today that Brien J. Smith, MD, has been named chief of its neurology department. “Brien Smith’s arrival is a truly significant step in the development...

Giving women fun exercise options is the focus of a program on Tuesday, November 9. “A Healthy Active Heart: Options to Get Moving,” begins at 7 p.m. at the Calvin College Prince Conference...

The Spectrum Health board of directors has elected Rex P. Killian, a health care and governance expert, to a one year term. Killian is president of Killian & Associates, LLC, a health care and...

A donation of more than $127,000 from Kohl’s Department Stores is helping to keep children in West Michigan safe. Representatives from Kohl’s will present Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids—a...

Spectrum Health is holding a series of free seminars about spine care. The public is invited to learn about current treatments, therapies and surgical procedures that can alleviate back and neck...

A special art show this month will spotlight the talent and creativity of residents in the Spectrum Health Neuro Rehabilitation Services-Residential Program Artwork by 15 residents will be on...

Virtual Simulator Used for Training on da Vinci Robot Spectrum Health is using virtual reality to determine if the process of learning robotic surgery can be improved using a high tech approach....

Brooke Geddie, DO, and James Van Beynen, MD, have joined Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Physicians, members of Spectrum Health Medical Group. Dr. Geddie is a pediatric ophthalmologist and Dr....

Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial (SHGM) announced today that it has opened a new physician office for its Obstetrics and Gynecology providers. The office, located within the Gerber Memorial...

Susan Wente, CNM, Dr.Ph, has joined the new Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial (SHGM) Obstetrics and Gynecology practice of Drs. Melissa Bayne, Tami Michele and James Patenge. The new office is...

Pediatric cancer patients and families at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital will benefit from the second annual “Black Out Pediatric Cancer” event. The Northview Wildcats will host a benefit...

Spectrum Health is celebrating the completion of the two year $98 million Blodgett Hospital expansion and renovation project. Hospital officials and community leaders gathered to dedicate the...

Fourth Annual Free Cancer Screening on October 14, 2010 The collaborative efforts of Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital, District Health Department #10 and the American Cancer Society will team up...

Blodgett Hospital First In Region to Offer HALO System An outpatient treatment that destroys pre-cancerous tissue in the lining of the esophagus has been introduced in West Michigan by Spectrum...

Flu season is underway in West Michigan and Spectrum Health is ready. Spectrum Health has important information about the flu, including a comprehensive list of its community flu serum...

The first day of a cancer diagnosis begins one of life’s most profound journeys. Lilly Oncology on Canvas Art is a biennial competition and exhibition that provides everyone affected by...

Longest Serving Foundation Chair Receives Art of Giving Award The Spectrum Health Foundation has honored Dick DeVos with its Art of Giving Award. It was awarded at the Foundation’s annual...