In Her Own Words: A Kidney Donor’s Experience Inspires Her to Work for Mercy Health

Story told by Colleague Nicole Smith Mercy Health came into my life when my brother-in-law, Richard Major, had advanced kidney disease and needed dialysis. Because I’m the “medical-minded one in the family,” I attended education classes and physician appointments with Richard at Mercy Health. That’s when I immediately recognized what sets Mercy Health apart: How … Read more In Her Own Words: A Kidney Donor’s Experience Inspires Her to Work for Mercy Health

Mercy Health Leaders, Urban League of West Michigan Engage in Implicit Bias Awareness Training

At the Mercy Health Regional Leadership Summit on September 19, 2017, more than 400 Mercy Health leaders participated in an informative discussion about implicit bias – defined as the process of associating stereotypes and attitudes toward categories of people without conscious awareness. Led by Joe Jones, president and CEO of Urban League of West Michigan (ULWM), … Read more Mercy Health Leaders, Urban League of West Michigan Engage in Implicit Bias Awareness Training

Gift of Life Organ Donor Registry Challenge Fall 2017

  Mercy Health is stepping up to a challenge by Gift of Life Michigan to see which hospital can add the most names to the Organ Donor Registry this fall. The competition kicks off on Monday, October 2, and ends at midnight on Nov. 10. To sign up and credit Mercy Health, please visit:  www.giftoflifemichigan.org/go/mhwest. … Read more Gift of Life Organ Donor Registry Challenge Fall 2017

August 2017 Mercy Health Muskegon DAISY Award Winner Sarah Johnson

The August 2017 DAISY Award winner is Sarah Johnson, BSN, RN from North 2 at the Mercy Health Hackley Campus.  Sarah was nominated by her Clinical Manager, Lindy, and peers Breena and Martha from the OB unit. “Sarah has voluntarily taken an active role in improving and maintaining the perinatal loss services for the OB unit.  … Read more August 2017 Mercy Health Muskegon DAISY Award Winner Sarah Johnson

Bishop David Walkowiak Celebrates Last Mass at Mercy Health Mercy Campus Chapel

Most Reverand David Walkowiak, bishop of the Diocese of Grand Rapids, visited Mercy Health Mercy Campus on Friday, September 22 to celebrate the last mass in the current chapel, and to bless the new (temporary) chapel, located across from Conference Rooms A-C. During the service, colleague volunteers sang celebratory hymns as Father Bart and Bishop Walkowiak offered communion … Read more Bishop David Walkowiak Celebrates Last Mass at Mercy Health Mercy Campus Chapel

Better the Second Time Around: Patient’s Road to Recovery After Joint Replacement

Better the Second Time Around: Patient’s Road to Recovery After Joint Replacement Joint replacement patient Mhairi Blacklock, 76, has had both of her knees replaced at Mercy Health – one was done four years ago, and the other – six weeks ago. The retired physical therapist and Scotland native, could not believe how fast her recovery was this … Read more Better the Second Time Around: Patient’s Road to Recovery After Joint Replacement

It’s All In the Family: Drs. Manohar Join Mercy Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular

Prerana Manohar, MD,  FACC, RPVI, and Vinayak Manohar, MD, FACC, RPVI share more than just family roots…they also now share an office. Both have recently joined Mercy Health Physician Partners (MHPP) Cardiovascular and are excited about the mission and vision of our organization. “I am looking forward to being part of a team at Mercy … Read more It’s All In the Family: Drs. Manohar Join Mercy Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular

Free Medicare 2018 Seminars Open to Public

Dan Sherman
Dan Sherman, MA, LPC

Let’s take a quiz:

Do you fully understand the concepts of Medicare, such as

  • “deductible,”
  • “max out of pocket”
  • and “co-pay,” and
  • how they affect the financial well-being of people enrolled in Medicare?

If not, you’re not alone. A recent study found that 75% of Medicare beneficiaries have little understanding of their enrollment options!

To help people better understand Medicare, Mercy Health Lacks Cancer Center is offering two free seminars that will provide in-depth information about Medicare 2018. Dan Sherman, MA, LPC, will be leading presentations on Medicare, Medigap, Medicare Part D, and Medicare Advantage Plans to help those interested understand their options for 2018 coverage.

The free seminars are:

  • Tuesday, October 17, and
  • Friday, November 3, both from 10 a.m.-noon.

The sessions are open to the public, and will be held at the Pine Rest Postma Center, 300 68th St., SE, Grand Rapids.

Registration is required, through one of the following ways:
www.MercyHealthEvents.com/MedicareSeminar or call 616.685.1869.

Mercy Health Lacks Cancer Center Patient Featured in “Crowns of Courage” Project

Bravery comes in many forms, and one unique display is that of Mercy Health Lacks Cancer patient Lisa Fredricks, who was diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer in March 2017. “Cancer turned my life around 100%.” Fredricks was approached to participate in Crowns of Courage as one of 22 women featured through this project, all … Read more Mercy Health Lacks Cancer Center Patient Featured in “Crowns of Courage” Project

Mercy Health Muskegon HIV Programs Honored at State of Michigan Annual HIV and STD Conference

Mercy Health McClees Clinic and Mercy Health Prevention Practices staff were honored in August 2017 at the State of Michigan Annual HIV and STD Conference. Both programs are located at the Mercy Health Hackley Campus. Together these programs serve Muskegon and 13 surrounding counties. McClees Clinic provides HIV treatment, case management, support services, housing assistance and … Read more Mercy Health Muskegon HIV Programs Honored at State of Michigan Annual HIV and STD Conference