Our Rehab Patients Say It Best

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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.

Odds of Survival

Stan Smith

Physicians:

Mark Harrison, MD
Oct, 2017
I would like to look Dr. Harrison in the eye, shake his hand, and thank him.

Fitness Designed with You in Mind

Eleanor Dorow

Physicians:

 
Oct, 2017
My exercise specialist, Emily, meets with me monthly to discuss my progress and introduce new exercises into my routine.

Spinning in Circles

Ruth Thornton

Physicians:

Shannon Logsdon, PT
May, 2017
Physical therapy worked wonders – it’s the best thing that ever happened to me.
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Check-up: When is bedwetting not normal? (Vanessa Cool, PT)

Physical therapist Vanessa Cool talks about the activities and therapies used to help children overcome bedwetting.

Feb 22
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
Check-Up: Michael O'Hearn – Running Injuries

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

Jul 30
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
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
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
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
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
Check-Up: A Pain in the Back - When to Seek Help

Physical therapist, Michael O'Hearn shares how to determine if back pain is serious enough to seek medical help.

Mar 01
Planning Your Life Around the Restroom? Take Control!

Learn about the causes and symptoms of incontinence.

Feb 19

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Spectrum Health Lakeland Revises Visitor Guidelines

Spectrum Health Lakeland has revised its visitor guidelines effective Friday, April 9. Revised guidelines allow for one adult visitor from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the duration of a patient’s stay.

Berrien County COVID-19 Vaccination Update

The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are pleased to move forward with expanded eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination for all residents ages 16 and up beginning today, Monday, April 5.

Virtual Panel Explores Link Between U.S. History, Racial Inequities

A three-part virtual panel discussion will explore how historical laws, policies, and practices laid the foundation for today’s racial inequities.

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Partnership Focuses on Cultural Relevancy in COVID-19 Communications

Community Grand Rounds, a program of Spectrum Health Lakeland, has teamed up with music artists and community health advocates in Benton Harbor to deliver messages they hope inspire communities across West Michigan and beyond.

Lakeland, Health Department Seeking COVID-19 Vaccination Volunteers

The Berrien County Health Department and Spectrum Health Lakeland are seeking volunteers to assist at upcoming community COVID-19 vaccination clinics and/or support vaccine distribution efforts.

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Phase II of the Pavilion project at Spectrum Health Lakeland Medical Center is now underway.

Center for Better Health Services Remain Available in 2021

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South Bend International Airport Delivers Teddy Bears to Lakeland

As part of the ninth annual Bears in the Air program, South Bend International Airport (SBN) delivered nearly 300 teddy bears for patients at Spectrum Health Lakeland hospitals.

An open letter to our community

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Spectrum Health Lakeland Changes COVID-19 Testing Criteria

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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.

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.

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.

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