Our Surgery Patients Say it Best

Your friends and neighbors from throughout southwest Michigan and beyond share their experiences at Spectrum Health Lakeland. Do you have a story to share? Click on the "What's Your Story" button and complete the form. 
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Back in Circulation , Aaron Wolfe
Jun, 2019
Physicians: Glen Hastings, MD

The entire staff was very caring and considerate of what I was going through.

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Nothing to Laugh At, Carol Hageman
May, 2019
Physicians: Michael Schuhknecht, DO

When Dr. Schuhknecht suggested robotic surgery I knew he had my best interests in mind.

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Riding the Waves of Life, Michael von Dorpowski
Jan, 2019
Physicians: Christian Sikorski, MD

I was confident in my doctors and nurses. I had a lot of really good people taking care of me.

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A Dream Come True, Linda Dolezan
Aug, 2018
Physicians: Sapna Patel, MD; Katie Trumbley, PA; Rafeek Woods, MD

There’s been a lot of tears but everyone at Lakeland has been so compassionate and caring.

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Overcoming a Lifelong Battle , James Syson
Jun, 2018
Physicians: Ginard Henry, MD; Michael Schuhknecht, DO

I loved all my doctors and received great care all around.

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A Very Lucky Man – Bad Kidney Causes Back Pain , Mitchel Simmons
Jun, 2018
Physicians: Benjamin Stockton, MD; David Kraklau, MD

I’m a very lucky man – I feel like I got a second chance at life.

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A No Brainer, Pat Howland
Jun, 2018
Physicians: Benjamin Gielda, MD; Dennis Rasbach, MD

As far as I was concerned [IORT] was a no brainer for me.

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Consult, Surgery, and Rehabilitation – All Within Five Miles of Home , Peter Toth
Jan, 2018
Physicians: Jeffrey Postma, DO

Dr. Postma was understanding of my situation and was willing to work with me.

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How I Lost 140 Pounds (The Healthy Way), Lacy Lange
Jan, 2018
Physicians:  

I can’t remember the last time I felt this good.

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A Lift in Confidence , Michelle King-Cohen
Jan, 2018

On the day of the surgery I had six different people taking care of me – I felt so special.

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Trust Your Gut (Elizabeth Jeffers, MD; Craig Kline, MD)

Learn about the causes, complications, and treatment options for diverticulitis.

May 24
Provider Video Profile: Tatiyana Stankovic, NP (Plastic Surgery)

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May 07
Provider Video Profile: Sheena Lader, PA (Plastic Surgery)

Sheena Lader, PA, cares for patients at Stonegate Plastic Surgery. She is trained in a wide spectrum of surgical and non-surgical procedures designed to enhance the face, body, breasts and skin.

May 07
Physician Video Profile: Seth Miller, MD (Bariatric and General Surgery)

Seth Miller, MD, is a board-certified general and bariatric surgeon who sees patients at Lakeland General Surgery and the Lakeland Weight Loss Center in Niles, Michigan.

Apr 25
Number One in the State for Orthopedic Care - Spectrum Health Lakeland

Spectrum Health Lakeland is proud to be named number one in the state for orthopedic care.

Jan 02
Find Relief From Varicose Veins (Glen Hastings, MD, FACS)

Learn about the causes and symptoms of spider and varicose veins and the best treatment options for removal.

Nov 29
Think You Know All There is About Breast Cancer? (Benjamin Gielda, MD; Elizabeth Jeffers, MD)

Learn about the latest breakthrough technologies in breast cancer treatment.

Oct 23
Robotic Surgery Explained

Learn how the da Vinci ® Xi ™ system and the specially trained surgeons are providing less pain, faster recovery, and minimal scarring for patients.

Jul 26
Open Heart Surgery: Riley Raines "A Sure Sign"

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Jul 17
Physician Video Profile: Joel Bez, DO (Pain Management)

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New Surgeon Seeing Patients in Niles

Spectrum Health Lakeland is pleased to welcome board-certified general and bariatric surgeon, Seth Miller, MD, FACS.

Community Leaders Donate $100,000 to Lakeland Medical Center Pavilion

New Emergency Department Parking Lot Slated for Completion in August

A new parking lot, located near the Emergency Department (ED) at Lakeland Medical Center in St. Joseph, is slated for completion in August.

Lakeland Health Welcomes New Surgeon

Lakeland Health Orthopedic Care Among Top 10 Percent in Nation

Lakeland Named One of the Nation's 15 Top Health Systems

Spectrum Health Lakeland was named one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems by IBM Watson Health™.

Lakeland Health Selected a Winner in 36th Annual Telly Awards

Lakeland Gala Raises Funds for Robotic Surgery Program

More than 300 southwest Michigan residents recently attended the annual Lakeland Health Foundation Gala, held at the Inn at Harbor Shores in St. Joseph.

Lakeland Certified by Joint Commission for Hip & Knee Replacement

The Joint Commission recently awarded Lakeland Health with Advanced Certification for Total Hip and Total Knee Replacements.

Lakeland Recognized Nationally for Medical Excellence, Patient Experience

Lakeland Board of Directors Approve Investment in $160 Million Medical Facility

New Initiative Aims to Optimize Patient Health Prior to Surgery

Through a new Presurgery Planning initiative offered at Lakeland, a patient’s current health situation will be evaluated prior to surgery.

Lakeland Welcomes New General Surgery Practice

Surgical Specialists of St. Joseph, including the St. Joseph Vein Center, recently joined Lakeland Health, now known as Lakeland General Surgery, St. Joseph.

Orthopedic Services Expanded in Niles

Lakeland Health Breaks Ground on $160 Million Medical Pavilion Expansion

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