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Giving it his all

Tony McCoy

Physicians:

 
Feb, 2022
My care team at Lakeland saved my life.

Fighting his way back

Ron Clark

Physicians:

Donna DeFilippo, DO
Sean Sullivan, DO
Jerome Kuhnlein, MD
Katie Fitton, DO
Robert Ward, DO

Sep, 2021
I’ll continue this fight.

From care team to care family

Timothy McGuire

Physicians:

James Burczak, DOPaul Judge, MDMichael Seward, DORoy Winslow, MD
Aug, 2020
My therapists were truly angels.

An all-state recovery

Donnie Necas

Physicians:

Joseph Farber, MD
Jul, 2020
Dr. Farber was very reassuring.

Trusting the Process

Michael Ostrander

Physicians:

Ken Ochiai, MD
Jul, 2020
I was ready to hit the ground running.

Making Every Second Count

Timothy Buchana
Jun, 2019
Nothing was easy, but I didn’t give up.

A Lesson in Acceptance

Evelyn & Carrie Zak
Apr, 2019
A lot of people ask questions about her helmet. I love educating people on something that's helping enhance my daughter's life.

A Lifelong Learning Experience

Thiago Pizzonia
Mar, 2019
His entire care team is really involved and connected with our situation – they all work together.

Discovering a New Normal

Mike Wilson
Mar, 2019
My rehabilitation team gave me such great care - I don't think I would be here without them.

Back on the Road to Recovery

Kevin Ivers

Physicians:

Dan Hayward, MDSara McComish, DPT
Sep, 2018
Choosing Lakeland Orthopedic Physical Therapy was one of the best decisions I made.
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Check-up: Feeding Difficulties in Children (Melanie Beukema, speech and language pathologist)

If you notice that your child is losing weight or having trouble gaining weight, it may be time to seek out the assistance of a speech and language pathologist or occupational therapist.

Apr 03, 2023
Corewell Health - We Can

What can we do together? Can we beat the unbeatable? Can we achieve the unthinkable? Can we reach our health goals? And accomplish even more along the way? Can we live healthier, fuller, happier lives? With Corewell Health, we can.

Feb 16, 2023
Double knee replacement: Orlando Valera "Spectrum Health Lakeland delivers good medicine"

Orlando Valera had double knee replacement surgery with Jeffrey Postma, DO.

Jul 07, 2022
Developmental milestones for children (Amanda Trail, PT)

Pediatric physical therapist Amanda Trail talks about developmental milestones for gross motor skills in your new baby.

Oct 12, 2020
Check-Up: Michael O'Hearn – Running Injuries

Physical therapist, Michael O'Hearn shares information on how to avoid common running injuries.

Aug 06, 2020
Physician Video Profile: Sean Sullivan, DO (Inpatient Rehabilitation)

St. Joseph native Sean Sullivan, DO is the medical director at Lakeland Hospital Watervliet inpatient rehabilitation. Dr. Sullivan works with physical, speech, and occupational therapists to help patients regain mobility and function.

Dec 20, 2019
Inpatient Rehabilitation: Timothy Buchana "Making Every Second Count"

After suffering a severe brain hemorrhage, Timothy turned to Lakeland Hospital Watervliet for inpatient rehabilitation.

Sep 19, 2019
Cranial Therapy: Evelyn Zak "A Lesson in Acceptance"

After a flat spot began to develop on baby Evelyn's head, the Zak family turned to Mary Free Bed Orthotics and Prosthetics at Spectrum Health Lakeland.

Jun 25, 2019
Inpatient Rehabilitation: Mike Wilson "A New Normal"

After suffering a stroke, Mike Wilson spent the next month participating in an extensive inpatient rehabilitation program at Lakeland Hospital Watervliet to help him return to his normal functions.

May 13, 2019
Check-Up: Michael O'Hearn - A Pain in the Back

Physical therapist, Michael O'Hearn shares when to seek medical help for back pain.

Mar 08, 2019

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Corewell Health Welcomes New Physician to Diabetes and Endocrinology

Board-certified endocrinologist, Inderpreet Madahar, M.D., will join Corewell Health’s medical staff in Southwest Michigan. Dr. Madahar will see patients at Corewell Health Diabetes and Endocrinology – Royalton, 3950 Hollywood Road, Suite 288, St. Joseph.

Corewell Health Welcomes New Primary Care Provider in Coloma

Family nurse practitioner Andrea Edgerly, N.P., has joined the Corewell Health™ medical staff in Southwest Michigan. Edgerly is accepting new patients at Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital Primary Care - Coloma, 6701 Paw Paw Ave.

Corewell Health Welcomes New Nurse Midwife

Alexandra Vroom, CNM, has joined Corewell Health™ in Southwest Michigan. Vroom will see patients alongside three physicians and four other advanced practice providers at Corewell Health Women’s Health‐ Royalton, 3950 Hollywood Road, Suite 100, in St. Joseph.

Corewell Health Named a 2023 Top 75 Company for Executive Women

Corewell Health was named among the list of 2023 Seramount Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

Local Students Complete Corewell Health’s GROWTH Internship Program

Recently, 20 local high school students in Southwest Michigan graduated from the Corewell Health™ 2023 GROWTH internship program.

Corewell Health Welcomes New General Surgery Provider

Please welcome general surgeon Brooke Bredbeck, M.D., to the medical staff at Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals General Surgery ‐ Royalton.

Annual Gala 2023

Save the date for Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan's Annual Gala. This year’s theme is “Coming Together,” raising funds to benefit the Patient Assistance Fund.

Corewell Health Breaks Ground on New $4.78 Million Care Center in Bridgman

Leaders and medical staff from Corewell Health gathered on Wednesday, Aug. 30, with more than 70 community members and government officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new 10,000-square-foot Corewell Health Care Center in Bridgman.

Corewell Health Offers Drive-through Community Flu Clinics in Southwest Michigan

Lakeland Care Network (Lakeland Care), in collaboration with Corewell Health, will offer drive-through community flu shots in September and October.

Corewell Health Welcomes New Primary Care Providers to Southwest Michigan

Corewell Health welcomes family medicine physicians Jon Ferlmann, DO, Garrett Muhlstadt, DO, and advanced practice provider Kamelia Burrell-Fowler, NP to the medical team.

Corewell Health Lakeland Hospital Showcases Art Designed by Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan

In collaboration with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals - St. Joseph Hospital is hosting an inaugural art show event, focusing on the power of art and creativity.

Community Grand Rounds Highlights Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health during Black Breastfeeding Week

Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan will host the Community Grand Rounds: Black Maternal and Infant Health Summit on Thursday, Aug. 24, from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Corewell Health Lory’s Place to Host Pet Remembrance Event in September

Corewell Health Lory's Place, a grief healing and education team, is hosting a pet remembrance celebration on Sept. 1 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan Offers Free Program to Prevent Diabetes

Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan is enrolling individuals in its free, yearlong Diabetes Prevention Program that starts September 11, 2023.

Corewell Health Welcomes Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Please welcome advanced practice provider, Barbara Glassford, NP, to the medical staff at Corewell Health Watervliet Hospital Primary Care.

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