News Releases

The Kelsey Hospital Guild recently showed its unflagging support of excellent medical care by contributing funds for updated equipment to the hospital. “Over the past several months, the Guild...

Robert, Maria and Patricia Gamez continued their fundraising tradition this year by renting parking spaces during the Danish Festival in August. The teenagers donated earnings in the amount of...

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital is offering a comprehensive diabetes self-management education program by Lori King, RN If you or someone you know has diabetes, it is very important to have...

In Michigan, almost 700,000 hunters enjoy the annual fall rite of deer hunting. While most hunters are aware of the risks involved with using firearms and tree stands, they also need to understand...

Regional Network Reaches $10 Million In Savings In Four Years Cooperation among 15 community hospitals and Spectrum Health over the past four years has resulted in creating one of the most...

The system board of directors of Spectrum Health has appointed a new member and re-elected three members. Elizabeth Nickels has been named a new member of the Spectrum Health board of directors at...

Staff members of United and Kelsey hospitals did their part on September 26 to keep the environment clean by participating in a major recycling effort. Offered through Comprenew Environmental, a...

National Research Corporation (NRC) has again recognized Spectrum Health for its overall quality and image. Spectrum Health won the 2008 Consumer Choice Award as the most preferred hospital for...

Executive Will Lead Newly Formed Physician Corporation Spectrum Health announced today the appointment of James M. Tucci, MD, MMM, as president of the Spectrum Health Medical Group, the system’s...

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital will join hospitals and healthcare organizations around the world in commemorating Patient-Centered Care Awareness Month this October. Planning is underway for...

Teacher and Educational Liaison Emmy David Joins Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Child Life Staff Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of Emmy David to its staff as...

Consumers hear directly from Spectrum Health experts Spectrum Health announced today the launch of Spectrum Health TV which features physicians and other experts on its Web site,...

Acquisition of Center for Molecular Medicine Positions Sequenom for Commercial Launch of SEQureDxTM Test in First Half 2009 Daniel H. Farkas, Ph.D. to Join Sequenom Management Team Sequenom...

Michigan Community Blood Centers (MCBC) will hold their blood drive at Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the MCBC blood bus. The bus...

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital is offering a comprehensive diabetes self-management education program by Lori King, RN, and Lori Willis, Registered Dietitian. If you or someone you know has...

Michigan Community Blood Centers (MCBC) will hold their blood drive at Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital on Wednesday, October 8, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the MCBC blood bus. The bus...

No one chooses to have cancer, but you can choose how to respond to it. Studies tell us-and most cancer experts concur-that people who seek extra social and emotional support during their cancer...

Spectrum Health Continuing Care has changed the names of several of its services and facilities, effective today, to more clearly identify its offerings. “We offer a broad range of services...

$84 Million is Spent on Medicaid and Medicare Shortfalls Spectrum Health provided $111.1 million in community benefit to West Michigan during its 2008 fiscal year (FY). Spectrum Health’s...

Congressman Vernon Ehlers Joins Safe Kids Greater Grand Rapids at Car Seat Inspection on National Seat Check Saturday Certified child passenger safety technicians will provide hands-on instruction...

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of neonatologists Daniel Knee, MD, and Robert Langen, MD, to its medical staff. They provide care to newborns in the neonatal...

Adolescent Medicine Expert Shares Insight for Teens and Parents Nearly eight in 10 teens have acne, and in a culture where teens constantly strive to achieve “the look”, it takes more than...

Important questions go unasked, unanswered without physician initiative Some secrets can be shared with your family and some secrets can be shared with your friends. There are other secrets that...

Spectrum Health Continuing Care has appointed two new medical directors to help lead its post-acute program. John A. Mulder, MD, is the new medical director of Spectrum Health Palliative Care...

Butterworth Hospital Helistop Will Be Enlarged and Enhanced Spectrum Health announced today that it has completed proposed plans to enlarge and enhance the helistop atop Butterworth Hospital. Aero...

New Patient Care Facility Centerpiece of $98 Million Project Spectrum Health officials, community leaders, physicians, staff and volunteers came together today to break ground on a new patient...

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital is offering a comprehensive diabetes self-management education program by Lori King, RN, and Lori Willis, registered dietitian. If you or someone you know has...

David Leonard, general counsel for Spectrum Health, was appointed to the Michigan Legislative Commission on Government Efficiency by the Michigan Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority...

Launches wellness program for coming fiscal year Two years ago Spectrum Health bolstered its voluntary employee health and wellness program, offering greater financial incentives to participate....

$96,000 from Grand Rapids Community Foundation Aimed at Youth Spectrum Health has received a $96,000 grant from the Grand Rapids Community Foundation to help in the effort to discourage young...

Protection and Common Sense Result in Fewer Injuries As Student Athletes Begin to Hit the Field Participation in sports is a valuable experience for children. According to sports medicine...

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Michigan Community Blood Centers (MCBC) blood drive with Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital will be relocated to the Spectrum Health Evart Clinic on Wednesday,...

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital is offering a comprehensive diabetes self-management education program by Lori King, R.N., and Lori Willis, registered dietitian. If you or someone you know has...

Will Be Primary Transfer Site Until Butterworth Hospital Helistop Ready Spectrum Health announced today that it will use a temporary site in northeast Grand Rapids for transferring patients from...

Replacement surgery improves quality of life for many One of the joys of summer is the opportunity for more physical activity, such as sports and gardening.’ However, for some people, increased...

The activities department of the Spectrum Health Skilled Nursing Facility in Reed City will be holding their 6th annual ice cream social with musical entertainment on Sunday, August 17, 2008. The...

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of Dennis Lee as director of’technology and information solutions. Lee’s prior experience includes eight years at Nationwide...

Michigan Community Blood Centers (MCBC) will hold their blood drive with Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital on Wednesday, August 13, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the MCBC blood bus. The bus...

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of pediatric hematologist/oncologist Beth Kurt, MD, to its medical staff. Dr. Kurt provides comprehensive multidisciplinary...

Patient satisfaction higher at Most Wired Hospitals Spectrum Health hospitals rank among the nation’s Most Wired and Most Wireless, according to the results of the 2008 Most Wired Survey and...

Spectrum Health was named as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” in U.S. News & World Report. The 2008 edition said Spectrum Health achieved a national ranking in the ear, nose and throat...

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of pediatrician Sarah Brown, DO, to its medical staff. Dr. Brown provides care for children through the Helen DeVos Children’s...

Registered Pharmacist Offers Parents Tips Amy Laurent, mother of two, believes there’s truth to the old adage “a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.” Her 3-year-old son had a bone...

Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital today announced the appointment of pediatric plastic surgeon Robert J. Mann, MD, to its staff. Dr. Mann provides diagnosis and treatment for a full range of...

David L. Dull, MD, has been appointed vice president of quality for Spectrum Health Grand Rapids. Dull will lead the strategic planning and coordination of tactical implementation of the clinical...

Intense Chemotherapy Just As Effective In Treating Children Under Three Years of Age Radiation therapy may not be necessary for children with cancerous brain tumors who are less than three years...

Most Comprehensive Outpatient Cancer Center in West Michigan Spectrum Health dedicated the new Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion today, opening the doors to the region’s widest, most advanced array...

Alpena Regional Medical Center (ARMC) has joined Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital’s Partners in Children’s Health, becoming one of 23 hospitals to affiliate with the children’s hospital in...

School is out and parents across the state are likely gearing up for a summer road trip. Family trips can be great for bonding and learning but also frustrating if children are bored or don’t...

Michigan Community Blood Centers (MCBC) will hold their blood drive at Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the MCBC blood bus. The bus...