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Shifting gears

Pierre Crevier

Physicians:

Ginard Henry, MDRafeek Woods, MDEdmund Paloyan, MD
Oct, 2022
Take good care of yourself. If I didn't I might not have had the same result.

3D approach to care

Nancy Pallas

Physicians:

Roy Winslow, MDPeter Paximadis, MDSapna Patel, MD
Jan, 2022
3D mammography made all the difference.

Less risk, more support

Chrissy Meek

Physicians:

Samantha Witt Crosby, CGCAllison Meadows, MDKathryn Vera, NP
Oct, 2021
I learned a lot about lifestyle and food choices.

Put to the test

Martin Dixon

Physicians:

Benjamin Gielda, MD
John Gosling, MD
Benjamin Stockton, MD

Oct, 2021
The process was very positive.

Listen to your body

Judi Huff

Physicians:

Sigita Alimenti, MDEdmund Paloyan, MDMichael Webb, MD
Jun, 2021
My healing time was fantastic.

Putting yourself first

Shari Ahlgrim

Physicians:

Ginard Henry, MDGerald Kozuh, MDRoy Winslow, MD
May, 2021
I am a stronger person now.

Learning to live with cancer

Laurie Ulmer

Physicians:

Daniel Douce, MDBenjamin Gielda, MDKathryn Vera, NPRoy Winslow, MD

Nov, 2020
We have to keep living with openness and positivity.

Restoring Confidence

Shelly Morlock
Jun, 2020
I knew I would be in good hands.

Three Types of Cancer, One Positive Attitude

Tim Miller

Physicians:

Benjamin Gielda, MD

Sapna Patel, MD

Apr, 2020
I’m thankful for every day I have.

Three Years Later and a Clean Bill of Health

Jeff Hannan

Physicians:

Michael Eggebrecht, DODennis Rasbach, MD
Oct, 2019
I knew I was in good hands.
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Provider Video Profile: Kenlyn Laureys, NP (Oncology)

Nurse Practitioner Kenlyn Laureys cares for patients getting cancer infusion treatments in Niles, Michigan.

Sep 23, 2022
Breast Cancer: Nancy Pallas "3D approach to care"

At age 79, Dowagiac resident, Nancy Pallas, decided to opt for a 3D mammogram, which was able to detect a stage 1A tumor. Her care team quickly assembled to help her beat the cancer.

Sep 07, 2022
Prostate cancer: Martin Dixon "Put to the test"

Retired engineer Martin Dixon takes a matter of fact, analytical approach to life. So, when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he faced his treatment with the same outlook.

Jul 22, 2022
Food and cancer risk – what’s the connection?

Eating well and getting enough physical activity can reduce the risk for cancer occurrence by up to 61%. Even better, you don’t have to make a lot of changes all at once.

Mar 01, 2022
Check-up: ABCDEs of skin cancer (Riddhi Shah, DO)

You can help find cancer early by checking your skin each month. Dermatologist, Riddhi Shah, DO, explains what to look for using the ABCDE method.

Feb 03, 2022
Spectrum Health Lakeland cancer care: With you every step of the way.

Whatever your cancer diagnosis, you'll find the care and resources you need at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

Nov 23, 2021
Colon cancer: Judi Huff "Listen to your body"

Judi was shocked to learn that her pain was caused by colon cancer. Thanks to general surgeon, Michael Webb, MD, Judi is now cancer free.

Sep 02, 2021
I'm at high risk for breast cancer: what do I do? (Samantha Witt Crosby & Kathryn Vera, NP)

Learn about the factors that contribute to an individual's risk for breast cancer.

Nov 02, 2020
Provider Video Profile: Kathryn Vera, NP (Oncology)

Advanced practitioner Kathryn Vera works in the high risk cancer program at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

Oct 12, 2020
Provider Video Profile: Samantha Witt, genetic counselor (Oncology)

Genetic counselor Samantha Witt works in the high risk cancer program at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

Oct 12, 2020

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Corewell Health South Simulation Training Center Receives National Accreditation

The Society for Simulation in Healthcare has awarded the simulation training center at Corewell Health South full accreditation in the areas of teaching, education and systems integration.

Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan Awards $224,000 to Local Non-Profits

Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan, formerly Spectrum Health Lakeland Foundation, awarded a total of $224,016 in grant awards in 2022 through the Community Wellness Endowment.

2022 Cancer Care Report highlights oncology milestones

Corewell Health South, formerly Spectrum Health Lakeland, recently released the 2022 cancer care report which looks at cancer cases locally.

Construction begins at future site of Center for Better Health and Wellness in Benton Harbor

Corewell Health South, formerly Spectrum Health Lakeland, gathered community members and leaders to mark the beginning of construction at the future site of the Center for Better Health and Wellness in Benton Harbor.

Lakeland Pharmacy moves to hospital, expands access and is now open when all other pharmacies in Berrien County are closed

The Lakeland Pharmacy Shoppe has moved and is now open within the Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital in St. Joseph.

Corewell Health South announces top baby names in 2022

Out of 1,316 local babies born to date in 2022, Jayden and Charlotte were the most popular names this year.

Honoring the life and legacy of Stephen E. Upton

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Stephen E. Upton who died on December 27, 2022, at the age of 98. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and the many individuals who knew and loved him.

Corewell Health South announces weather-related closures

For the safety of our patients, due to the significant winter storm predicted in Southwest Michigan, Corewell Health South, the new name for Spectrum Health Lakeland, is canceling many in-person office visits for Friday, Dec. 23, 2022.

South Bend International Airport Delivers Teddy Bears to Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals

As part of the eleventh annual Bears in the Air program, South Bend International Airport (SBN) delivered more than 2,500 teddy bears to children in six area hospitals this week, including Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals.

Lakeland Neurosurgery and Pulmonology move to Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital

On January 9, 2023, Lakeland Neurosurgery and Lakeland Pulmonology will begin seeing patients at a new location within Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital.

Corewell Health Among Computerworld’s Best Places to Work in IT

This award recognizes the top organizations that challenge their IT staffs while providing great benefits and compensation.

Tina Freese Decker recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare

Corewell Health™ is proud to announce that President and CEO Tina Freese Decker was recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare of 2022.

Corewell Health South Gala Raises Over $500,000 For Nurse Education

Thank you to everyone who donated to and attended our At the Heart of Healing Gala, hosted by Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan! With your support, we welcomed more than 300 guests and raised over $500,000. These essential funds will offer higher education opportunities for our Corewell Health South nurses.

Corewell Health South Hospitals Awarded “A” in Patient Safety

The Leapfrog Group designates "A" grades in Patient Safety to Corewell Health South Hospitals.

Lory’s Place receives grant for grief alliance work in Benton Harbor

The Berrien Community Foundation awarded Lory’s Place, a program of Caring Circle at Corewell Health South, a $10,000 project grant to support one year of continued grief work aiding the Community Grief Alliance program, and Community Grief Brunch.

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