Month: February 2018

Community Leaders Weigh-in on Mercy Health and New Medical Center with President, Gary Allore

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“We are committed to providing the best patient care experience in Muskegon,” said Gary Allore, Mercy Health Muskegon’s president, on Feb. 2, while addressing more than 30 executive directors from local non-profit agencies at United Way of the Lakeshore. Leaders met to hear updates about Mercy Health’s new medical center and progress of the consolidation … Read more Community Leaders Weigh-in on Mercy Health and New Medical Center with President, Gary Allore

Young at Heart with the Joints to Go with It

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A joyful man in his late-70s, Richard Zandstra is in constant motion. He swims, walks, bikes, golfs, gardens and cross country skis in the winter months. Being active is part of his very being. Zandstra wants to live life to the fullest, so that includes remaining healthy and active. “My right knee with the first … Read more Young at Heart with the Joints to Go with It

Andrew C. Kleaveland, MD, Receives Quarterly Golden Staff Award

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On Tuesday, February 20, Pulmonologist Andrew C. Kleaveland, MD, received the Golden Staff Award, which is given to physicians who serve as outstanding role models. Nominations are submitted to the Physician Partnership Team, and the Team reviews and selects a recipient each quarter. Kleaveland was nominated by Chief of Staff Joan Nagelkirk, MD.     … Read more Andrew C. Kleaveland, MD, Receives Quarterly Golden Staff Award

Regular Screenings and Knowing Your Numbers Can Help Catch Heart Disease Early

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 2,200 people die each day from heart disease in the United States. That’s why, during American Heart Month, Mercy Health would like to encourage you to care for yourself and your loved ones by reminding you of the importance of regular health screenings. You … Read more Regular Screenings and Knowing Your Numbers Can Help Catch Heart Disease Early

Emotional First Meeting Between Kidney Recipient and Deceased Donor’s Family

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Two years post- transplant, recipient Brenda Barr exchanges hugs, stories and tears with her deceased donor’s family “I can’t imagine having another chance like this. I am going to take very good care of my gift. I will not take it for granted.” Brenda Barr, kidney recipient at Mercy Health Kidney Transplant Center, received her … Read more Emotional First Meeting Between Kidney Recipient and Deceased Donor’s Family

Friend of Nursing Recipient Supports Struggling Patient by Listening

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Jillian Boukma, PCA, who works in the Lacks Outpatient Surgery department, is credited for always rising above what’s expected of her in order to serve her department and especially her patients of Mercy Health in a positive and helpful manner. While Boukma does this daily, Sara Leary, a nurse in outpatient surgery, noted one exemplary … Read more Friend of Nursing Recipient Supports Struggling Patient by Listening

Newborn Babies at Mercy Health Raise Awareness of American Heart Month with Red Knit Hats

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Volunteers from across Michigan have knitted nearly 4,000 hats that will be given to all babies born at 23 of Michigan’s hospitals during the month of February. At Mercy Health’s birth centers in Grand Rapids and Muskegon, 200 little red hats will be given to infants throughout the month of February. The Little Hats, Big … Read more Newborn Babies at Mercy Health Raise Awareness of American Heart Month with Red Knit Hats

Heart Disease Kills 48,000 Black Women Yearly — Here’s What You Can Do

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About half of black women age 20 and up have it. Black women face disproportionately high risks for heart disease and stroke, yet many are unaware of those risks. What’s more, almost half develop these diseases at young ages—as young as 20—for reasons that are not yet fully understood. Statistically, 48,000 black women in the … Read more Heart Disease Kills 48,000 Black Women Yearly — Here’s What You Can Do

Celebrating January 2018 DAISY Award and Friends of Nursing Award Recipients

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Both recipients were honored at a joint surprise celebration that was held on the 4 East unit before their leaders, fellow colleagues, and the Professional Nursing Practice Council members. The recipient of the January 2018 DAISY Award was Jennie Moore, RN, BSN, from 4 East at the Mercy Campus. Jennie was nominated by her peers and … Read more Celebrating January 2018 DAISY Award and Friends of Nursing Award Recipients

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