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The best care possible

Nick Limberopoulos

Physicians:

 Teri Peak, NP
Feb, 2022
I never knew life could be this good.

Added peace of mind

Jeff LaFave

Physicians:

James Clancy, MD
Aug, 2021
I can’t say enough good things.

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.

Finding a balance

McKenzie Stanton

Physicians:

Seth Miller, MDLuAnn Tracy, NPRebecca Wolf, NP
Apr, 2021
Trust me, it’s worth it!

A brand-new man

Kevin Hines

Physicians:

Seth Miller, MDEugene Zolotarevsky, MD
Apr, 2021
I feel like a brand-new man.

Returning to Life’s Simple Pleasures

Linda Chism

Physicians:

James Clancy, MD
Oct, 2020
My healing time was cut in half.

Living life in the fast lane

Doug Von Koenig

Physicians:

Jeffrey Postma, DO
Sep, 2020
Dr. Postma met all my expectations.

A bright future ahead

Tashawn Reese

Physicians:

Seth Miller, MD
Aug, 2020
I have a second chance at life.

A Relationship Worth Having

Heidi Schmitz

Physicians:

Seth Miller, MD
Jul, 2020
I was ready to make a change.
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Check-up: Breast augmentation vs. breast lift (Nicole Phillips, MD)

Breast procedures are some of the most popular plastic surgeries from year to year because many women have in mind the breast profile they would like to achieve.

Feb 16, 2023
Physician video profile: Nicole Phillips, MD (Plastic Surgery)

Nicole Phillips, MD, is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Stonegate Plastic Surgery.

Oct 11, 2022
Check-up: What is general surgery? (Benjamin Sopczynski, MD)

General surgeons at Spectrum Health Lakeland specialize in surgical procedures to promote health and healing and treat a range of conditions and injuries from head to toe.

Apr 04, 2022
Provider Video Profile: Lauren Farris, PA (General Surgery)

Lauren Farris, PA, is a physician assistant at Southwestern Medical Clinic Surgical Specialties.

Mar 15, 2022
Robotic Hernia Repair (James Clancy, MD; Michael Webb, MD)

Learn what happens if hernias are not taken care of and about the latest treatment options.

Mar 10, 2022
How can you prepare for the cost of surgery?

Planning for a surgery? Stay ahead of your health care bills by connecting with a financial counselor today.

Dec 06, 2021
Weight loss surgery: McKenzie Stanton "Finding a balance"

Since undergoing a vertical sleeve gastrectomy, McKenzie is down 89 pounds and has energy to keep up with her son.

Nov 15, 2021
Diverticulitis: Jeff LaFave "Added peace of mind"

James Clancy, MD, surgically removed a section of Jeff's colon to treat his diverticulitis.

Oct 05, 2021
Check-up: Breast cancer surgery (Maria Rapciak, DO)

Surgery is a common treatment for breast cancer. It’s done to remove as much of the cancer as possible. General surgeon, Maria Rapciak, DO, explains the types of surgical options available to women and the factors that go into creating a plan of care.

Sep 20, 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

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Veggie Van to Offer Free Healthy Foods, Nutrition Information

The Veggie Van is making its way throughout Berrien County. This mobile farmer’s market will offer free, locally grown, top-quality, healthy fruits and vegetables, and nutrition information.

Lory’s Place to host Run Walk Rock 5K on May 20

On Saturday, May 20, Lory’s Place, the grief and healing center of Caring Circle and part of Corewell Health, will host its 19th annual Run Walk Rock 5K.

Niles and St. Joseph hospitals earn ‘A’ grades from Leapfrog Group

Today, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals in Niles and St. Joseph received “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that upholds patient safety standards in hospitals nationwide.

Corewell Health Welcomes New Certified Nurse-Midwife to Southwest Michigan

Corewell Health, the new name for Spectrum Health Lakeland, is pleased to welcome Aubrey Tompkins, CNM, to its medical staff. Tompkins is seeing patients alongside three physicians and two other providers at Southwestern Medical Women’s Health in Niles.

Corewell Health Welcomes New Advanced Practitioner to Cardiac Care Team in Southwest Michigan

Corewell Health is pleased to welcome Pansy Samuel, NP, to the heart and vascular medical staff. Samuel is seeing patients alongside ten cardiology physician specialists and eight advanced practitioners in Coloma, Niles and St. Joseph.

Lory’s Place to Host Several Social Events

Lory's Place, a grief healing and education team of Caring Circle and part of Corewell Health, is hosting a series of spring and summer social events. All the events are free to join and designed for individuals who have experienced the death of a significant person.

Community Members Encouraged to Donate Blood, Save Lives

Blood supplies across the state remain low, with some blood types in critical need. Corewell Health, in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Michigan, is hosting a series of community blood drives in April and May.

Drug Take Back Day Encourages Disposal of Unwanted Medications

Community members will have the opportunity to dispose of unused and unwanted prescription drugs during a Prescription Drug Take-Back Day event in St. Joseph and Niles on Saturday, April 22.

Major Michigan Health Systems Transition to Optional Masking

After three years of caring for patients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many of Michigan’s major health systems are making masking optional in most areas over the next week.

Lory’s Place to Host Service of Remembrance

Community members are invited to attend “Celebration of Life,” a service of remembrance for those who have experienced the death of a loved one, on Thursday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m.

Corewell Health Offers Free Advance Care Planning Workshop

Corewell Health, the new name for Spectrum Health Lakeland, is offering free advance care planning (ACP) workshops.

Corewell Health Offers Free Program to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes

Corewell Health, the new name for Spectrum Health Lakeland, is currently enrolling people interested in joining its free in-person Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP).

Lory’s Place to Host Disney Trivia Night Fundraiser

Lory’s Place is hosting a Disney themed fundraising event open to the public on Thursday, April 6 at Union + Social located on 216 Court Street in St. Joseph.

Corewell Health Opens New Care Center in Niles

Corewell Health leaders, physicians, community partners and patients marked the opening of the newest facility in Southwest Michigan yesterday in Niles.

Corewell Health Welcomes Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Please welcome primary care provider, Chelsea Wagner, NP, to the pediatric and family care team at Southwestern Medical Primary Care in Niles and Buchanan.

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