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Lakeland Health affirms diversity as an important organizational value

Every patient and visitor of Lakeland Health should expect respectful, compassionate care.

Lakeland Health defines diversity as any aspect that differentiates groups and people from one another. Personal and cultural backgrounds that make us diverse include:

  • Race
  • Color and ethnicity
  • Religion
  • National origin
  • Age
  • Gender and gender identity
  • Sexual orientation
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Marital status
  • Military service
  • Physical and mental abilities

Managing Diversity

One of Lakeland’s strategic goals is to be an employer of choice in southwest Michigan, fully staffed with associates selected and trained to provide high-quality, safe, compassionate care. In order to achieve this goal, Lakeland is pursuing best in class associate satisfaction. Lakeland leadership knows that our organization, and our patients, will benefit from a diverse workforce.


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Project SEARCH

To learn more about Project SEARCH, please contact Erin Wright, Manager Recruitment, Human Resources at (269) 927-5192

Jul 12
Lakeland News in Review: September 2016

Sep 06
A message from nurses: We are counting on you

With COVID-19 cases rising, we need everyone’s help to slow the spread. Thank you to our nurses—and nurses at health systems across our state—for sharing why prevention is so important in this impactful PSA.

Nov 20
We're Ready for You at Spectrum Health Lakeland

While the COVID-19 pandemic has challenged us all in new ways, we want you to know we are here for you.

Jul 08
Lakeland Sets Aside $50 Million to Address Racial Equity and Health Inequities

The Board of Directors of Spectrum Health Lakeland approved an expanded strategy to address racial and ethnic health equity in Southwest Michigan.

Jun 12
COVID-19: Lowell Hamel, MD "The Fight of His Life"

Lowell Hamel, MD, never imagined he would soon be battling for his own life in the fight against COVID-19.

Jun 02
We're Ready for You - Loren Hamel, MD

If you have a health need right now, then it deserves our attention right now. Whether you want to see us virtually or in person, don’t delay your care. We are ready for you.

May 15
We Stay Home For You

Thank you to all those serving on the front lines. You are the true heroes. Together, we are strong. Together, we will see this this through.

Apr 24
Lakeland has a Heart to Serve now with Spectrum Health

Improving health, inspiring hope, saving lives. Spectrum Health Lakeland is now part of Spectrum Health offering an expanded care team, additional specialties, and new technology for you and your family.

Jul 15
Spectrum Health Lakeland: Your 100 Top Hospital

IBM Watson Health™ published its 100 Top Hospitals® 2019 study naming Lakeland among the top 100 hospitals in the U.S. based on overall organizational performance.

Mar 04

Trending on Lakeland

An open letter to our community

Area business leaders have joined together to share an ask of our friends and neighbors.

Spectrum Health Lakeland Changes COVID-19 Testing Criteria

Due to increasing demand for COVID-19 testing and a nationwide shortage of supplies, Spectrum Health Lakeland has revised eligibility changes for those seeking a test at a Lakeland facility.

Lakeland, Whirlpool Celebrate Longstanding Commitment to Care

Over the last several decades, and most recently during the COVID-19 pandemic, Spectrum Health Lakeland and Whirlpool Cooperation have come together in support of community members.

Spectrum Health Lakeland Impacted by Blackbaud Data Security Incident

On July 16, 2020, Spectrum Health Lakeland was made aware of a global data security incident involving Blackbaud, Inc., which hosts data for the Spectrum Health Lakeland Foundation.

Lakeland Financial Advocates Offer Free Open Enrollment Help

Spectrum Health Lakeland financial advocates will assist community members with enrolling in the marketplace and selecting a health insurance plan.

Lakeland Receives $1.2 Million Grant to Establish Center for Better Health

The Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities has awarded Spectrum Health Lakeland a $1.2 million grant to support a rapid response to COVID-19 disparities experienced by residents of Benton Harbor.

Spectrum Health Reinforces Commitment to Equity

Today, Spectrum Health issued an anti-racism pledge, committing to act against structural racism and pledging to take on the challenge to eliminate racism and its impact on health, hope and lives.

Patient, Visitor Guidelines Remain in Place at Spectrum Health Lakeland

With public health and safety as its top concern, Spectrum Health Lakeland is reminding patients and visitors that guidelines to control COVID-19 remain in effect at its facilities.

Lakeland Named Among the Nation’s Most Wired Health Organizations

Spectrum Health Lakeland has earned level eight certifications in acute and ambulatory care in the CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recognition.

Getting a Flu Vaccine Early is Critical During Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are urging residents to get vaccinated against the flu.

1st Source Bank Donates $30,000 in Support of Frontline Workers

In honor of frontline health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, 1st Source Bank has donated $30,000 to the Spectrum Health Lakeland Foundation.

Berrien Springs Physician Named Michigan Family Physician of the Year

The late Lynn Gray, MD, MPH, FAAFP, a family physician in Berrien Springs, was recognized posthumously with the 2020 Michigan Family Physician of the Year Award.

Current Visitor Guidelines at Spectrum Health Lakeland

Spectrum Health has taken additional action to help limit the spread of COVID-19 by announcing new hospital family and visitor guidelines.

Berrien County Health Officials Note COVID-19 Cases Trending Upward

Officials from the Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are noting accelerating trends of increased COVID-19 activity over the past several weeks.

Lakeland, Andrews University Unveil New Art Installation

In honor of frontline health care workers at Spectrum Health Lakeland, Andrews University has commissioned an art installation which was recently unveiled within the Lakeland Medical Center Pavilion.

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