West Michigan

Current restrictions prohibiting minors and overnight visitation will be lifted GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 24, 2022 – BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan is revising its visitor policies, lifting...

Grand Rapids, Mich., Aug. 25, 2022 – BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan has achieved Epic Gold Stars Level 10 recognition for exceptional utilization of Epic’s digital platform software. The...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – August 19, 2022 The BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan OB/GYN Residency Practice has been named the first-ever Centering Site of the Year by the Centering Healthcare...

BIG RAPIDS, Mich., August 18, 2022 – Two Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital care givers were recognized with DAISY and BEE Awards after being nominated by patients for their excellent and...

New 94,000-square-foot facility will accommodate 120 residents in mix of semi-private and private rooms, with on-site dialysis center and acute hospice care Grand Rapids, Mich., Aug. 18, 2022 –...

Bus service changes coming to the south end of Route 10 beginning August 29, 2022 **Sharing on behalf of The Rapid** GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 17, 2022 – The Rapid’s Route 10 Clyde Park...

(BENTON HARBOR) – Team members of Spectrum Health Lakeland welcomed Congressman Fred Upton to the site of the future Center for Better Health and Wellness in Benton Harbor on August 8, 2022....

Seasoned senior leaders fill roles with Spectrum Health Frederik Meijer Heart & Vascular Institute and Spectrum Health Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 – BHSH Spectrum Health West...

Emily Bowman, RN, an inpatient charge nurse at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, was selected as the hospital’s latest recipient of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. The announcement...

Gail Allen, inpatient unit secretary at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, was selected as the Bee Award winner by Emily Bowman, RN who was named as the DAISY Award winner. The DAISY Award...

GREENVILLE, Mich., July 29, 2022 – Tears, hugs and flowers highlighted a DAISY and BEE Award ceremony July 28 as two Spectrum Health United Hospital caregivers were recognized for their nursing...

12th annual fundraiser helps patients at Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center. REED CITY & CHASE, Mich., July 27, 2022 – Campers, horse riding enthusiasts and cancer fighters are encouraged...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 24, 2022 –BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan Butterworth and Blodgett hospitals together have been ranked the number one hospital in the Grand Rapids Metro Area by U.S....

**Sharing on behalf of Pine Rest** GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., (July 21, 2022) – To meet a critical need and increase access for children and adolescents suffering with behavioral health issues, Pine...

New facility for primary and advanced specialty care, medical education and simulation and team member wellness GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 20, 2022 – BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan breaks...

Radiation doses exceed those measured in interventional cardiologists and sonographers GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 18, 2022 – Spectrum Health researchers have determined that interventional...

Therese Alt to lead nursing efforts at United, Kelsey Hospitals. GREENVILLE, Mich., July 14, 2022 –Therese Alt, MSN, BSN, RNC-OB, will become the next chief nursing officer of Spectrum Health...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 12, 2022 — Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced plans to build the state’s first children’s rehabilitation hospital. Through a joint operating agreement, Mary...

ST. JOSEPH, Mich., July 11, 2022 – On June 30, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) announced its 2022 awards recognizing several individuals and programs during its Annual...

Health and wellness showcased at Big Rapids Farmer’s Market. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., July 8, 2022 – There’s nothing fresher than something handpicked. The next best thing is taking advantage of...

GREENVILLE, Mich., July 6, 2022 – Spectrum Health United Hospital has been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® list placing it among the top performing small community...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI, June 27, 2022 – Spectrum Health West Michigan has received the American Heart Association’s GoldPlus Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke quality achievement award for its...

Staff collected nearly a half million tests at the site GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 27, 2022 – Spectrum Health is closing one of the first drive-through COVID-19 testing sites in Michigan after...

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Merlin Hanson, who died on June 21, 2022. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and many friends whom he loved, and who loved him, so deeply. His...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 22, 2022 – Spectrum Health West Michigan is pleased to announce that Charles J. Gibson, MD, FACS, has been named vice president, medical affairs, Grand Rapids. Gibson,...

Six Students Receive Help with College Tuition GREENVILLE, Mich., June 21, 2022 – Six college-bound students pursuing careers in the medical field have been awarded $1,000 scholarships from the...

ZEELAND, Mich., June 20, 2022 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital recently received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s highest possible Get With The Guidelines®

Golfers to support transportation assistance at Spectrum Health Foundation event. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., June 20, 2022 – Drive a ball down the fairway and help area patients get to needed...

Donor establishes endowment to aid local nurses forever. GREENVILLE, Mich., June 16, 2022 – Longtime Greenville area farmer John Higgins is leaving tracks for others, just like his father,...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 14, 2022 – U.S. News & World Report has recognized Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in its 2022 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings within four...

Over 160 runners and walkers participated in the Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Lakestride Family Fun Run on Friday, June 10 in downtown Ludington. The first one over the finish line was Eliza...

FREMONT, Mich., June 10, 2022 – Anticipating a newborn’s needs is never easy. But thanks to experience, compassion and a knack for thinking ahead, Macey Ross, RN, brought peace of mind for one...

Spectrum Health Pennock is pleased to announce the addition of Lora Commissaris, PA-C to Spectrum Health Pennock Family Medicine – Gun Lake. Commissaris will begin seeing patients June 17, 2022....

Spectrum Health Pennock emergency department nurse recognized. As nursing leaders gathered in the Spectrum Health Pennock emergency department for a DAISY Award ceremony Thursday, May 19, they...

The chamber will more than double patient access to hyperbaric treatments Grand Rapids, Mich., June 6, 2022 – Spectrum Health Hyperbaric and Dive Medicine is expanding with the arrival of a new...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 1, 2022 – Spectrum Health Foundation and Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Foundation Gala event will take place on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at DeVos Place, Grand...

BIG RAPIDS, Mich., May 24, 2021 – Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital has received Primary Stroke Center Certification from The Joint Commission. This announcement followed rigorous evaluation,...

**Sharing on behalf of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy** ARLINGTON, VA, (May 24, 2022) – Spectrum Health Foundations from Grand Rapids, MI have been included in the 2021 High...

The minimally invasive procedure allows patients to be back to their lives faster with less recovery time GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 19, 2022 –Spectrum Health became the first health system in...

ZEELAND, Mich. (May 17, 2022) – This month, Spectrum Health Medical Group has expanded services to meet the growing needs of local employers. Occupational health services have been added to...

Fremont, Mich., May 12, 2022 – Tamarac and The Skincare and Spa will no longer require members, customers and guests to wear masks. Individuals without masks are asked to enter Tamarac and the...

Leading Duchenne Organization Expands Certification of Clinics that Provide Optimal Care for People with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with 1st Clinic in Michigan **Sharing on behalf of Parent...

GREENVILLE, Mich., May 11, 2022 – Tears, hugs and flowers highlighted a Nurses Week DAISY and BEE Award ceremony Tuesday as two Spectrum Health United Hospital caregivers were recognized for...

GREENVILLE, Mich., May 10, 2022 – Spectrum Health United Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade a national distinction recognizing the hospital’s...

BIG RAPIDS, Mich., May 10, 2022 – Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade a national distinction recognizing the hospital’s...

ZEELAND, Mich., May 10, 2022 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Gradea national distinction recognizing the...

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the spring 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing the hospital’s achievements protecting patients...

Fremont, Mich., May 6, 2022 – Spectrum Health Foundation Gerber Memorial will host a golf scramble fundraiser on Friday, June 10, at Waters Edge Golf Course in Fremont to support health care...

Energy from the project will help power the health system’s rehabilitation center GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 3, 2022 – As part of the BHSH System’s goal to make its facilities carbon neutral...

Fremont, Mich., May 2, 2022 – Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial has added a free suicide prevention training that is open to all community members. A training in Twin Lake in June has been added...

Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital Recognized by American College of Cardiology GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 26, 2022 – Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital has received national accreditation...

**Sharing on behalf of the Grand Rapids African American Health Institute** GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 20, 2022 – The Grand Rapids African American Health Institute (GRAAHI) is proud to announce...

**Sharing on behalf of American Hospital Association** WASHINGTON, DC (April 20, 2022) – The American Hospital Association (AHA) today announced that the 2021 Justin Ford Kimball Innovators...

Breast cancer survivor Connie Hansen enjoys volunteering at Spectrum Health United Hospital Cancer Center. She believes her own cancer journey helps her connect with patients going through their...

Gary Raffel, 72, is following in his mother Leona’s footsteps, literally, when he is volunteering at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital. Leona Raffel volunteered at Big Rapids Hospital many...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 12,2022 – Two of Michigan’s largest institutions have created what they hope will be a model for the nation in addressing the severe talent shortage in nursing....

A Spectrum Health neurologist specializing in Parkinson’s disease will be the featured speaker at a Parkinson’s support group meeting on Thursday, April 21, that will be offered virtually and...

Richard Ruiz, unit secretary in the emergency services department at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, was selected as the Bee Award winner by Laura Negele, RN who was named as the DAISY Award...

ZEELAND, Mich., March 28, 2022 – The Spectrum Health Medical Group OB-GYN team on the lakeshore has expanded to include midwifery services. Katie Steele, RN, CNM, has joined the team as the...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich., March 28, 2022 – Spectrum Health is pleased to announce the expansion of women’s health services to the greater Grand Haven area. Sarah Arnold, MD, along with Natasha...

Radiologist John Merchun, MD, is right at home roaming the halls at Spectrum Health United Hospital in Greenville. Merchun, a Greenville native, was born at United Hospital 55 years ago. His...

Big Rapids physicians featured in celebration of Doctor's Day One grew up just an hour away in Mount Pleasant; the other more than 1000 miles away in Shreveport, Louisiana. But the career paths...

REED CITY, Mich., April 26, 2022 – Two Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital nurses were recognized with DAISY and BEE Awards for their nursing excellence and compassionate care during ceremonies...

Emergency Care Specialists (ECS), the emergency physician group at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital and most other Spectrum Health hospitals, recently held a trauma simulation skills lab for all...

Of 152 entries, thirteen area youth were selected as winners and 14 selected for honorable mention of the Reach Out and Read K-12 art contest sponsored by Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital...

Spectrum Health event supports area cancer patients. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., March 24, 2022 – Runners, walkers and cancer fighters of all ages will once again lace up their sneakers for an in-person...

New location will provide services from a variety of specialists in the areas of cardiovascular medicine, neurology and pulmonology GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 24, 2022 – Spectrum Health has...

LUDINGTON, Mich., March 24, 2022 – Laura Negele, RN, emergency department charge nurse at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital, was selected as the hospital’s latest recipient of the DAISY Award...

Nurses share benefits of special credentials. GREENVILLE, Mich., March 21, 2022 – In observance of Certified Nurses Day March 19, two Spectrum Health United and Kelsey Hospital nurses shared the...

Big Rapids nurses share benefits of special credentials. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., March 21, 2022 – In observance of Certified Nurses Day March 19, two Spectrum Health Big Rapids and Reed City Hospital...

One of the foundational principles of the School Blue Envelope Program is that suicide prevention is everyone’s responsibility. Consequently, the program provides training to all school staff...

FREMONT, Mich., March 14, 2022 – For Charlie Watson, RN, caring for people is in his bones – and retirement didn’t diminish his passion for serving the Newaygo County community. So, at 56,...

Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills and Beaumont Hospital, Taylor, have achieved the highest honor for nursing excellence through the American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Recognition...

The pediatric and cardiac intensive care units are the only ones in Michigan to achieve this status GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 15, 2022 – The American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)...

Thirteen hospitals across Michigan earn excellent rating. GREENVILLE, Mich., March 14, 2022 – Spectrum Health United Hospital has received the highest patient safety award from the Economic...

ZEELAND, Mich., March 14, 2022 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital has received the highest patient safety award from the Economic Alliance for Michigan for the fourth consecutive year....

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 14, 2022 – The Association for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) has named Anas Al-Janadi, MD, VP department chief of hematology/oncology at Spectrum Health Cancer Center, a...

ZEELAND, Mich., April 12, 2022 – Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital’s new $8.72 million surgical facility expansion and lobby renovation is complete and open to patients. Construction...

Spectrum Health and MSU will work together on project’s bioinformatics component GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 11, 2022 – Spectrum Health will collaborate with Michigan State University...

Spectrum Health aims to integrate the healing benefits of trees by planting and maintaining trees on its health care campus and in its community GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 10, 2022 – The Arbor...

The TWIG auxiliary recently made a donation of $8,000 to Spectrum Health Foundation Ludington Hospital to assist with a variety of hospital projects such as patient and family transport...

Kelsee Tharp, CNM joins Pennock Obstetrics & Gynecology Spectrum Health Pennock is pleased to announce the addition of certified nurse midwife, Kelsee Tharp, CNM to Spectrum Health Pennock...

FREMONT, Mich., Feb. 22, 2022 – For one patient, Amy Smith, RN, shared a lot of heart, figuratively and literally during the patient’s visit to Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial – and that was...

Spectrum Health United Lifestyles provides car seats and education. GREENVILLE, Mich., February 21, 2022 – Hundreds of area children are riding safely in vehicles thanks to the continued work of...

Hospital is one of seven in Michigan to earn distinction. BIG RAPIDS, Mich., February 21, 2022 – Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital has been named one of the top 100 rural and community...

FREMONT, Mich., Feb. 17, 2022 – For Tamarac’s newest fitness specialist coordinator, simple basics of movement can be a foundation for long-term health, fitness and well-being. “What I love...

FREMONT, Mich., Feb. 17, 2022 – Tamarac, the Center for Health and Well-being, has achieved its re-certification by the Medical Fitness Association, the country’s leading organization...

Fremont, Mich., Feb. 17, 2022 – Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial is offering four free suicide prevention trainings open to all community members. Three sessions are in Newaygo County and one is...

Spectrum Health United Hospital caregivers recognized. GREENVILLE, Mich., February 15, 2022 – Tears, hugs and flowers highlighted a Valentine’s Day DAISY and BEE Award ceremony as two Spectrum...

ZEELAND, Mich., February 10, 2022 – Art has the power to heal, inspire, provoke thought and offer hope. For 19 years, Spectrum Health Zeeland Community Hospital has partnered with local schools...

Annual 5K raises money for colorectal cancer prevention and provides opportunity to celebrate health care workers GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Feb. 7, 2022 – The 38th Annual Spectrum Health Irish Jig 5k...

Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital was awarded an ‘A’ in the fall 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Gradea national distinction recognizing the hospital’s achievements protecting patients from...

Makes his entrance January 2, 2022 The first baby born in 2022 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital was Ellis Lee Fitzpatrick. Ellis entered this world on January 2, at 8:47 a.m., weighing 8 lbs,...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 28, 2022 – Cancer patients undergoing treatment sometimes travel far from home to receive the right cancer care, which can create a financial burden. That’s why the...

BIG RAPIDS & REED CITY, Mich., January 28, 2022 – Spectrum Health Big Rapids and Reed City Hospital care givers were recognized with DAISY and BEE Awards for their nursing excellence and...

Grand Rapids, Mich., Jan. 25, 2022 – National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) has awarded two grants to Spectrum Health’s Betty Ford Breast Care Services to further its work on overcoming...

ZEELAND, Mich., January 17, 2022 – The Spectrum Health Spine and Pain Management program has expanded services to include Lakeshore office locations. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Jan. 13, 2022 – Spectrum Health today announced new building projects that will benefit patients in several West Michigan locations with more convenient access to primary...

GREENVILLE & LAKEVIEW, Mich., Jan. 13, 2022 – Spectrum Health United and Kelsey Hospitals is offering a free virtual seminar featuring experts on vaping from the Michigan Department of Health...

BIG RAPIDS & REED CITY, Mich., Jan. 13, 2022 – Spectrum Health Big Rapids and Reed City Hospitals is offering a free virtual seminar featuring experts on vaping from the Michigan Department of...