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MAUMEE, Ohio (March 3, 2023) – Following years of declining revenues and an unstable reimbursement environment, the McLaren St. Luke’s Board of Directors has made the difficult, but unanimous, decision to close the hospital and related outpatient services. The organization has begun notifying employees, patients, regulators, and community partners of plans to discontinue operations by mid-May.  McLaren Health Care and Mercy Health are in the process of finalizing an asset purchase agreement in whic...

Initiative represents additional annual investment in nursing staff of more than $1 million. McLaren Lapeer Region, in a show of appreciation and an effort to recruit and retain exceptional caregivers, has increased nurses’ hourly wages by $3, an approximate increase of eight percent. The hospital also increased its sign-on bonuses for new nurses to $10,000 as part of a more than $1 million investment in nursing care at the hospital. The raises occurred outside of regular contract negotiations between t...

It can be hard to believe that a walnut-sized organ can become a problem for some men, but it is possible. According to Zero Cancer: One in eight men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with prostate cancer once in their lifetime. Prostate cancer takes the life of one man every 15 minutes. African American men are at a high-risk of prostate cancer. For Black men, the numbers are different: One in six Black men in the U.S. will be diagnosed with prostate cancer once in their lifetime. Just over 30% of Black me...

On August 11, 2020, Bill DuRussel, 73, of Munger, underwent carotid endarterectomy surgery at a mid-Michigan hospital to clear out a carotid artery. Seven hours later, he had a stroke and was rushed by ambulance to the Intensive Care Unit at McLaren Flint. Since he had just had surgery, Bill wasn’t eligible for tissue plasminogen activator (tPA).  Dr. Mahmoud Rayes , an interventional neurologist at McLaren Flint, instead performed a mechanical thrombectomy on Bill, which removed the blood clot blo...

Marcie Paul is a tireless advocate for cancer patients. Through more than a decade of advocacy work to expand access to cancer care through research funding and education, Paul is doing a great deal to contribute to improved outcomes for patients who hear the words, ‘You have cancer.’ Recently, while serving as deputy district lead for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Paul helped secure passage of Michigan’s legislation aimed at lowering health care costs for thousands of cancer patien...

McLaren Greater Lansing's new health care campus brings advantages for those looking for health care positions in the greater Lansing area.     The topic of job shortages and low staffing levels has been prevalent in all sectors, but especially in health care. From the COVID-19 pandemic that helped shape the way health care is being delivered today to rising inflation and operation costs, the health care labor market looks much different. At McLaren, making the necessary improvements to help w...

“I always leave wishing I could do more, but I am so thankful for the time I do spend in Haiti and for all of my amazing colleagues who also donate their time to help,” said Dr. Melissa Richardson.  Imagine needing emergency health care and being turned away due to an inability to pay. This happens every day to the people of Haiti and one McLaren surgeon was called to help. Melissa Richardson, DO, surgeon at McLaren Greater Lansing Minimally Invasive Surgical Associates , and her husband Dan Richar...

Nutritional Counseling is now available and does not require a physician order. Our registered dietitians can help with the following issues: patients wanting help losing weight, anyone wanting to learn how to eat healthier, patients experiencing food allergies or intolerance to food, irritable bowel syndrome, dysphagia diets, celiac disease, and those in need of low salt or low cholesterol diets. This is a private pay program for counseling not covered by insurance payers. These individual sessions are...

We want to share a few ways McLaren Flint leadership, physicians, medical residents and fellows, and clinical and support staff share their knowledge and skills to promote better health and well-being throughout Flint and Genesee County. These community connections come from a desire to make a difference in the health of all residents, no matter their age. Our Vision: McLaren Flint will be the recognized leader and preferred provider of primary and specialty healthcare services to the communities of mid...

“I told him to have all his patients sign the bat after completing radiation to show hope from one survivor to the next.” Patient-centered care plays an essential role in anyone’s cancer journey. Individuals travel from all over the country to receive the specialized care offered at Karmanos Cancer Institute. One 66-year-old Whitehouse, Ohio resident lives miles from the newest state-of-the-art cancer care campus that provides outstanding patient-centered care and delivers new life-changing cancer thera...

Have you experienced a pain in your back, side, or abdomen so intense it stops you in your tracks? If so, you may have experienced a kidney stone. Some pass on their own and others require medical attention. Kidney stones are made up of minerals and salts that form into hard deposits inside your kidneys. These hard deposits can cause severe pain and infection if not treated. There are a few key factors to pay attention to when it comes to avoiding kidney stones. Your Diet “Diet can play a large role in ...

  "I would tell donors that their money is well spent. Your gift gives someone the opportunity to concentrate on healing as opposed to how they're going to pay their bills. Stress is a detriment to any type of healing. The Hospitality House at McLaren helps relieve that stress. It's a wonderful thing." As more and more Michigan residents look for innovative and non-invasive cancer care, some face obstacles, including travel demands and overnight lodging accommodations, that can weigh on their minds...

The second annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Night with the Detroit Tigers, Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care , the official health care system of the Tigers, was a smashing success as fans celebrated the lives of survivors near and far. Decorated with a blue theme to build awareness for prostate cancer, Comerica Park welcomed hundreds of prostate cancer survivors as the Tigers defeated the San Diego Padres 12 to 4 in game one of the series. “Partnering with the Tigers for such a large ev...

“I don’t even feel like I went through it… You might have to go through a few more treatments than you would [with] the traditional [radiation], but it’s worth it because it [proton therapy] doesn’t put your body through as much trauma than it already has been [through].”   “October 19. I remember the day. Horrible day.” Teresa Link of Clio was working on the farm, a normal day for her in 2019. It was hay season, and she was working extra hours so that she could pay for her yearly mammogram . “I ca...

On May 11, more than 100 guests and supporters came together for the 22 nd straight year and raised more than $7,500 to benefit health care workers and volunteers who aid people nearing the end of their lives. To date, the Nancy Streber Memorial Golf Classic — which this year and for most of its history has been played at Heather Hills Golf Club in Romeo — raised more than $100,000 for the cause, the proceeds of which go to the McLaren Hospice & Homecare Foundation. “We are grateful for the unwaveri...

William Chesney didn’t think much of it when he first started having trouble swallowing food and taking his morning prescriptions. “I thought it was odd, but I didn’t pay it much attention until a couple of weeks went by,” William said. “Then I went to my family doctor, who sent me for a scope.” William had what appeared to be a tumor in his esophagus.  His primary care doctor referred him to the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City.  “My initial thought was, ‘How did I ...

Susanna Storeng, DMSc, PA-C, a family and pediatric physician assistant serving mid-Michigan as part of McLaren Central Michigan, recently returned from Washington DC, during which she advocated for increasing access for her patients to get the timely care they need. An invited attendee of the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates at the American Academy of Physician Associates Leadership and Advocacy Summit, Storeng added her support behind House Resolution 618/S 131 and House Resolution 704/S 260. ...

“Truly a medical emergency,” it’s vital to pay attention to risk factors. “Unfortunately, many patients don’t experience the symptoms of an aneurysm until it ruptures.” Dr. Aniel Majjhoo, an interventional neurologist and McLaren Health Care neurosciences medical director, describes one of those symptoms as a sudden and severe headache : “The worst headache of your life.” Aneurysms are a thinning or weakening of the arterial wall , creating a balloon-like bulge in the brain. Blood flow aids in the growt...

  It’s a brand-new year, and with that many of us have our health top of mind. We want to lose weight, eat better and exercise more, all good intentions. If you have a new insurance carrier, or are new to Medicare, you will also want to be on top of your coverage. It is important that you pay attention to what is in-network and what is not, what is covered in full and what is not, and what your co-pays will be, and that you understand your prescription plan. New insurance may also bring you the opp...

Choose your poison- an unexpected bill, an argument with a friend, another driver cutting you off in traffic. Even if you manage to side-step these or any other common triggers, it is impossible to avoid stress altogether. There is a straightforward reason, says  Nicole Franklin, PsyD, LP, ABPP .  “Stress is a natural human response that prompts us to address challenges and threats in our lives,” Franklin said. “Stress mobilizes us to act via the activation of the hypothalamus, an area of the ...

Since 1976, February has been designated Black History Month in the United States. The month provides an opportunity to celebrate African Americans' many contributions to the country's history while recognizing inequities and struggles that have divided the nation over time. Inequality has spanned every inch and industry in America, from voting rights to equal pay, and the field of medicine is no exception. At the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute , we acknowledge the disparities and inequities that...

With a New Year just underway, many of us have our health top of mind. We want to lose weight, eat better and exercise more, all good intentions. If you have a new insurance carrier, or are new to Medicare, you will also want to be on top of your coverage. It is important to pay attention to what is in-network and what is not, what is covered in full and what is not, what your co-pays will be, and that you understand your prescription plan.  New insurance may also bring you the opportunity to choos...

  "We measure outcomes and teach people what exercises will help them best manage their conditions, because what's good for someone with diabetes might not be good for someone with cancer."   As an exercise physiologist who works at McLaren Greater Lansing’s cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation center, Laura Vaughn calls herself a wellness coach for people with chronic diseases. In a nutshell, she is trained to use exercise to help people treat various health conditions such as diabetes, cance...

The  Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute  recognized its 2019 Heroes of Cancer at an evening reception held Nov. 6, at The Gem Theatre, in Detroit. This year's event celebrated Karmanos' 25th year of honoring individuals and organizations that have distinguished themselves and inspired others as they advocate for and raise awareness of all types of cancers. More than 150 guests gathered to pay tribute to these unsung heroes. Ann Delisi, radio/television personality and host of Ann Delisi's E...

On Friday, October 18, the Clarkston Wolves and Lake Orion Dragons joined forces during the Football for a Cure charity football game to help benefit individuals and families impacted by cancer. With the combined effort of fans and players, both communities helped in raising over $44,000 in funding. These funds will go to the McLaren Oakland Foundation to help ease non-medical expenses, such as assisting with utility bill payments and transportation costs, for the cancer patients at Karmanos Cancer Inst...

This is my personal philosophy,” says McLaren Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Gail Singer. “We all carry a portfolio in our heads of Norman Rockwell paintings. When one of those images is destroyed, we grieve its loss. We can never get it back again. Art Therapy uses this grief/loss period to create a new painting based on new realities.” Hired for the program when it started in 2009, Singer sets herself and, ultimately, McLaren apart from other art therapy programs through an extensiv...

In 2000, Sherry Lemere’s life changed forever. At the time, she worked at McLaren Flint as a unit clerk in pre-admission testing, a department that assists patients scheduled to have a procedure. Little did she know at that time she was about to become a patient with a chronic disease. It started when she was unable to recover from pneumonia. “I was told asthma and emphysema that were dormant caused my extended illness,” said Sherry. “I was also told my condition was so bad I’d need to be placed on the ...

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan has gifted the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute with a grant for the Cancer Caregiver Community Program. The $20,000 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Fund for Caregivers at the Community Foundation was given to the program in May. Karmanos will utilize the award to continue and enhance programming for cancer caregivers in metro Detroit. “Family and friend caregivers put the cancer patient first, often neglecting their own needs and wants. This...

Summer may be halfway over but protecting your skin and eyes from the sun should continue all year whether we see the sun or not. UV rays can reach you on cloudy and cool days, and they reflect off surfaces like water, cement, sand, and snow. In the continental United States, UV rays tend to be strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The UV Index forecasts the strength of UV rays each day. If the UV index is 3 or higher in your area, it is especially important to protect yourself from too much sun exposure...

June 1, 2022   CAHPS - Patient Experience The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) develop, implement, and administer several different patient experience surveys. One of them is the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers & Systems (CAHPS). These surveys ask patients and care givers about their experiences and opinions of their health care providers, their health plan, hospitals, home health care agency, and drug plan. There are number of surveys that may pertain to your prac...

The McLaren Flint Foundation has secured $1.5 million dedicated toward the McLaren Flint Tuition/Loan Forgiveness program to help provide student loan repayment benefits to more than 100 healthcare employees. The hospital is partnering with Goodly, a platform that assists companies in making contributions to student loan debt by creating student loan benefits for employees. Current and new full-time and part-time employees in high-demand positions are eligible, including registered nurses, respiratory t...

On April 5, 2021, Christine Heine, 69, of Clio was feeling funny and knew something just wasn’t quite right. “I had just gotten back from my neighbor’s house, and I was sitting in my garage,” said Christine. “I was on the phone and my arms started feeling funny and I kept dropping the phone. The person who I was on the phone with notified a loved one of mine that I was slurring my words and just didn’t sound right, so they called an ambulance.” When the ambulance got to Christine, they told her they wer...

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States and worldwide. Make sure you know what to look for when it comes to melanoma and a concerning spot. "The best way to check for cancerous spots is to follow the ABCDE criteria," said Beth Layhe, DO, oncologist, Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Greater Lansing. "A stands for asymmetry, B stands for border, C stands for color, D stands for diameter, and E is f...

The 24th Annual Nancy Streber Golf Classic took place on Mother’s Day weekend, raising more than $11,000 for McLaren Hospice. “McLaren Hospice is honored to be the beneficiary of this event, as well as to have cared for patients who learned about McLaren Hospice because of it,” said Cindy Tomlinson, MSN, RN, Vice President of Hospice at McLaren Health Management Group. “Through support from events like the Nancy Streber Memorial Golf Classic, we can help provide non-reimbursed services such as music the...

McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation recently received a substantial donation from a former patient who was grateful for the care that he received during his lifetime. Mr. Ronald R. Pawlak, Esq. had made arrangements in his estate plan for a gift to benefit patient care. Mr. Pawlak, a retired attorney who moved to Harbor Springs after over 50 years in practice, named McLaren Home Care & Hospice and McLaren Northern Michigan as beneficiaries of his retirement account upon his death. Mr. Pawlak wanted...

Mary Kay Farley spent her summers in Harbor Springs on the shores of Lake Michigan and was committed to giving back to the community that had given her so much throughout life. Mary Kay passed away in 2014 but her spirit lives on today in the local students she supported with scholarships and the patients whose lives she touched as a leader and supporter of McLaren Northern Michigan. Mary Kay was a passionate advocate for health care. She gave generously of her time as a foundation board member and then...

MAUMEE, OHIO and GRAND BLANC, MICH. – Executives at McLaren Health Care and St. Luke’s Hospital announced today that they have finalized an agreement for the 312-bed acute care facility to become the 15th hospital in the not-for-profit McLaren Health Care system and the first in the state of Ohio. This announcement follows the appr oval of the transaction by the Ohio Attorney General. The agreement has been signed by both parties and will become effective October 1, 2020 when St. Luke’s transitions to t...

May is National Trauma Awareness Month. McLaren Northern Michigan urges the public to practice safety when enjoying northern Michigan activities allowed under the Stay Home Executive Order. “During this COVID-19 pandemic we need to do things that are beneficial for our mental health. We want the public to do the activities that they love to do,” stated Michael Martin, MD, Trauma Medical Director at McLaren Northern Michigan. “The important thing is to make sure that you are following safety practices wh...

McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation recently received a substantial donation from a former patient who was grateful for the care that he received during his lifetime. Mr. Ronald R. Pawlak, Esq. had made arrangements in his estate plan for a gift to benefit patient care. Mr. Pawlak, a retired attorney who moved to Harbor Springs after over 50 years in practice, named McLaren Home Care & Hospice and McLaren Northern Michigan as beneficiaries of his retirement account upon his death. Mr. Pawlak wanted...

McLaren Central Michigan announced today it is has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.  The Gold Seal of Approval® is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care. McLaren Central Michigan underwent a rigorous, unannounced on-site survey in December 2016.  During the review, a team of Joint Commission expert surveyors ...

McLaren Bay Region has expanded their support offerings for breastfeeding mothers. Though lactation support services have been offered at the hospital for many years, increased demand has led the McLaren Bay Region Family BirthPlace to dedicate more resources to the program, including more hours available for appointments and a dedicated space for meetings. The clinic is run by Rebecca Morgan, RN, a Board Certified Lactation Consultant of almost 14 years, providing an opportunity for patients to schedul...

Two of Detroit’s biggest Lions fans, mother and daughter breast cancer survivors Brenda Rushlow and Pamela Haddox, have been chosen by the American Cancer Society and the NFL’s Crucial Catch initiative to announce the Lions’ third-round pick during the 2024 NFL Draft , hosted in Detroit. Rushlow and Haddox shared their story with FOX 2 in November 2023 . Rushlow and Haddox have the same medical oncologist at Karmanos Cancer Institute: Michael Simon, M.D., MHP , Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)...

Knowing your allergies is the best way to prepare for the season. If ‘April showers bring May flowers,’ that month of rain also brings about the beginning of allergy season for many sufferers. April allergy flare ups take their roots from the rain that leads to flowers and other flora blooming and spreading their pollen — plant, tree, and grass pollen can bring about symptoms that leave allergy sufferer in misery. Seasonal allergy symptoms include: Sneezing Itchy, running, or stuffy nose Cough Scratchy ...

Nurses at Karmanos hold one of the most essential positions dedicated to making a difference for our cancer patients. Our registered nurses (RNs) set the tone for the level and quality of care we provide. Kendra Jones, RN, OCN, is one of those nurses. “Before I started nursing, I wanted to originally be a labor and delivery nurse and become L&D certified. However, I ended up starting my career in oncology on an inpatient floor at another health system,” explained Jones. “Eventually, I transferred fr...

For five years, Monica Peters had abnormal pap smears, but she did not have cancer.  That was until she got biopsy results back in May 2023. “Just getting that phone call was pretty detrimental and scary,” Monica said. “I remember feeling like I couldn’t function with the diagnosis.” Monica, the mother of three young girls, had no choice but to face cervical cancer head-on. Her gynecologist referred her to Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint Gynecological Oncologist Dr. Benjamin Mize. “Dr. M...

Though it is rarer for people to be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer than breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancer, the American Cancer Society estimates that in 2023, pancreatic cancer will have the third-highest number of deaths (over 50,500). Pancreatic cancer is estimated to take the lives of about 2,000 fewer people than colorectal cancer (over 52,500), the second cause of cancer deaths just below the first leading cause, lung cancer (over 127,000). Even fewer people will die of breast cancer,...

One thing Tonya Hull has always known how to do is stay busy.  The 49-year-old was used to living life full speed ahead. But in 2022, no matter how much she tried to fight it, something was slowing her down. “I kept being super tired,” Tonya said. “I work multiple jobs. Being so tired was just not normal.” Unable to tolerate the exhaustion, Tonya went to her doctor.  During the physical exam, her doctor felt something in her chest and ordered a mammogram.  Tonya had noticed some changes i...

Expanding access: Lowering your wait for an appointment In 2004, the average wait to see a physician was 21 days. By 2017, the wait jumped to 24 days. Last year, the average wait for an appointment with a physician across all specialties climbed to 26 days. Those wait times, published as a report following a nationwide survey, are only expected to increase as the demand for health care grows in the coming years. This was the starting point for McLaren Central Michigan. “The primary care providers in our...

"Few people get to look at a cancer institute from every angle, and it was like watching an incredible movie, learning the story and caring for each person.” Austin Peterson, an aspiring medical student, found the right internship at the right time. The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute opened a new opportunity thanks to a fund honoring a former administrator. “When I studied psychology, I knew I wanted to take an active role at the forefront of community health and research. However, when my mother...

Expanding access: Lowering your wait for an appointment In 2004, the average wait to see a physician was 21 days. By 2017, the wait jumped to 24 days. Last year, the average wait for an appointment with a physician across all specialties climbed to 26 days. Those wait times, published as a report following a nationwide survey, are only expected to increase as the demand for health care grows in the coming years. This was the starting point for McLaren Northern Michigan . “As the gatekeeper of their pati...

Throughout her short life, Carena Jackson-Murray has lived with a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors all over her body. Typically, with neurofibromatosis (NF), tumors are benign. Everything changed two years ago, when her mother, Tyreasa, noticed something different about a tumor on Carena’s back. “When she was a baby, it was a little lump, I could kind of feel, then it started growing when she was 9,” she said. The tumor was not only growing, but it was also having a huge, negative impact on Care...

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Institute’s third annual Prostate Cancer Awareness Night with the Detroit Tigers and McLaren Health Care, the official healthcare system of the Tigers, united hundreds of prostate cancer survivors and their loved ones from near and far. Cheering on the Detroit Tigers as they competed against the Kansas City Royals on June 20, 2023, Comerica Park was decorated with a blue theme, and fans raised blue Tigers foam fingers to promote prostate cancer awareness and support. “In prostat...

At just 30 years old, Mary Ann got a devastating diagnosis. She had breast cancer.  The Michigan native was living more than a thousand miles from home. “I had great friends around, but not really a family support system,” Mary Ann said.  “I had chemo, radiation, and a single mastectomy. It was a scary time.”  Six months later, Mary Ann found out she was pregnant. “He was my miracle baby,” Mary Ann said, “I was told I would never have children.” With her son by her side, Mary Ann returned...

While many women are very familiar with an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB/GYN) as a women’s health care provider, many others have misconceptions about midwifery care. Myth #1: A midwife doesn’t have much education. This is incorrect. There are three types of midwives. Those with the highest level of training are Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM). A CNM has a master’s degree in nurse-midwifery and is a registered nurse who has graduated from an accredited midwifery program and passed a national certificatio...

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among American men and people with a prostate, second to skin cancer. However, it’s very curable. “If you catch this cancer early, the likelihood of a cure increases exponentially. It’s a simple message, but it can sometimes be difficult to achieve,” said Elisabeth Heath, M.D., FACP , medical oncologist, leader of the Genitourinary Oncology Multidisciplinary Team , member of the Phase 1 Clinical Trials Program and the Hartman Endowed Chair for Prostate C...

Though many people enjoy having sun-kissed skin, we should be careful. More Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer than any other cancer – in fact, millions are each year! There are three main types of skin cancers: basal, squamous and melanoma. Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are the most common types diagnosed among Americans. Around 8 out of 10 skin cancer cases start in the basal cell, and 2 out of 10 are squamous cell carcinomas. Both cells are found in the top layer of the skin, known as th...

“I thought I was invincible.” In 2019 , at 40 years old, Paris Jones was healthy, active and thriving as a metro Detroit-based filmmaker. He exercised daily and ate a nutritious diet, so he attributed his recurring back pain to rigorous workouts and basketball games. “The pain would come and go, and I thought I would just tough it out,” he said. “I wasn’t really a person who went to the doctor for any reason. I was terrified to see a doctor because I was afraid of hearing something was wrong.” In July o...

Knowing your allergies is the best way to prepare for the season. Education is the best way to limit the often-stifling symptoms allergies bring about in countless people every year during the months-long allergy season. Allergies are straightforward to understand. Simply put, allergies are the body’s immune response to a usually harmless foreign body . They can be foods, pollen, dust, or other substances typically found around the house or in nature. Symptoms can range — in both type and severity — and...

Providing the best cancer care for patients requires receiving support from your colleagues and giving the same level of support. For Brittany Campeau, RN, OCN, the countless employees she works with daily, plus their support, make her proud to be part of Team Karmanos. Campeau has worked at Karmanos Cancer Institute for about 4.5 years and has always wanted to become an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN). “My manager has been encouraging me to become certified, but I also knew completing this certification...

June 15, 2022 Current Procedural Terminology Category II Codes (CPT-2 Codes)   WHAT ARE CPT-2 CODES: They describe the following: Clinical components, such as those typically included in evaluation, management, or other clinical services. Results from clinical laboratory or radiology tests and other procedures. Identified processes intended to address patient safety practices (such as fall risk). Services reflecting compliance with state or federal law.   PURPOSE: CPT II codes help define nati...

The first signs of the disease may be difficult to spot. Another high-profile death at the hands of colon cancer has again brought awareness to the disease and the importance of screening for it. Movie and television star Kirstie Alley passed away soon after a diagnosis and brief battle with the cancer, once again bringing attention to the risk and prevalence of colon cancer. Signs and risk factors While it can be caught at a treatable stage, colon cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer death...

More than 16 million Americans live with COPD, but it can be managed. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the third leading cause of death by disease in the United States, with more than 16 million people living with a diagnosis — and millions more who have not yet been diagnosed. With COPD, the airways in your lungs are blocked (or “obstructed”), making it difficult to breathe, worsening with exertion. There is no cure for COPD, but it can be managed and treated. Through medications, oxy...

Stepping up to the plate has never been difficult for Tiffany Bentley. She is a busy working mom of two, a dedicated daughter, sister, niece and friend. Being in front of people, including at her beloved job, was a regular occurrence. However, on May 13, 2022, Tiffany was super nervous. This time, she was in front of thousands of Detroit Tigers fans as she threw out the first pitch in Comerica Park during Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care’s annual Pink Out the Park game to honor breast c...

McLaren Northern Michigan is addressing the need for behavioral health services in our region by developing the Justin A. Borra Behavioral Health Center. Thanks to funding from the State of Michigan and generous donors, plans are moving forward to renovate the McLaren Northern Michigan Cheboygan Campus to house a new 16-bed adult inpatient behavioral health unit and partial hospitalization program. These new behavioral health services will offer a continuum of care to help address the local and regional...

In the 25th year honoring Nancy Streber’s memory, the Nancy Streber Golf Classic (NSGC) raised nearly $13,000 for McLaren Hospice—a fundraising record for the event. The NSGC, which took place this past May at Heather Hills Golf Course in Romeo, Mich., was founded by Dave Streber and his family to honor the memory of his mother, Nancy, and the care her father received as a McLaren patient. “We are deeply honored to be the beneficiary of the Nancy Streber Golf Classic for an astounding 25 years,” said sai...

"I decided to be proactive and began researching the most recent treatments for cancer." 2020 was more than just the start of the COVID-19 pandemic for William Johnson of Detroit, Michigan. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer . “It was horrible. No one wants to hear the ‘c’ word,” said William. “I’m glad they caught it early because I didn’t have any symptoms.” Other than having to use the restroom often, he had no idea he had cancer. If it was not for his regular prostate-specific antigen (PSA) scree...

"The heart can't go from supporting a sedentary lifestyle to supporting rigorous activity in extreme conditions." It is unavoidable – the snow is here. What can be avoided is having a heart attack while trying to remove snow from driveways and sidewalks. Studies have shown that men, more than women, are at significant risk of experiencing a heart attack during or after shoveling snow. "The combination of cold weather and sudden and intense cardio can trigger a heart attack," said Raymond Rudoni, MD , em...

Studies have shown that men, more than women, are at significant risk of experiencing a heart attack during or after shoveling snow. "The combination of cold weather and sudden and intense cardio can trigger a heart attack," said Dr. James Sutton, Emergency Room Medical Director of McLaren Lapeer Region . "The heart can't go from supporting a sedentary lifestyle to supporting rigorous activity in extreme conditions. This is why heart attacks often occur during or after snow shoveling." Snow Shoveling Ti...

The energy on display during the Clarkston Wolves football team’s win against the Lake Orion Dragons also played out for a greater, off-the-field cause. The Oct. 8 12th Annual Football for a Cure game between the rivals results in thousands of dollars for local cancer-fighter families through the collaboration between the Clarkston Football Community and the McLaren Oakland Foundation, McLaren Clarkston and the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Clarkston. The $2,879 raised has been donated to the hos...

McLaren Bay Region, a leader in providing high-quality patient care, is launching a new electronic health record system (EHR) at 12:01am on Saturday, June 5, 2021 to better serve its patients and community. The new EHR system is from global health care technology company Cerner Corporation, and will improve integration of information in both the hospital and clinic setting. It will enable health care providers to update clinical documentation in near real-time to help clinicians deliver personalized, sa...

MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich.— McLaren Macomb president and CEO Tom Brisse is among the six members of the class of 2019 to be inducted into the Macomb Hall of Fame. Founded in 2000 by the Macomb County Chamber and Macomb Foundation, the hall has inducted less than 100 local leaders who “have made outstanding contributions to improving the economic, family and community life of Macomb County.” Tom Brisse Born, raised and making his home for many years in Macomb County, Brisse assumed the role of president and CE...

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, Northern Michigan Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians Assistants, and health care professionals have worked endless hours to provide safe, high quality care to you, our community. McLaren Northern Michigan has led the way in urging community members to protect themselves, their neighbors, and loved ones during the worst health crisis of our lifetime. “You wear your mask to protect me, I wear my mask to protect you.” This simple action has and can continue...

"Recently, McLaren Caro Family Medicine was surveyed by The Compliance Team Inc. on behalf of The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). CMS conducts their own survey to determine whether a clinic qualifies as a Rural Health Clinic. " The Compliance Team is a nationally recognized, Medicare-approved, healthcare accreditation organization based in Spring House, Pennsylvania. It is the only accreditation organization to offer the Exemplary Provider designation. During this survey, McLaren Car...

Hospice care focuses on quality of life, not length of life. At McLaren Caro Region, our Hospice/Respite team offers compassionate care for patients and families during a life-limiting illness. Here, we believe hospice is never about giving up hope. Instead, the MCR Hospice/Respite team supports personal choices and experiences, controls pain and discomfort, and helps maintain patient dignity. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. At McLaren Caro Region, we celebrate life every month b...

For someone who considers himself more of a cynic than a philanthropist, Dr. Robert Tubben has no problem making an annual contribution to a fund that enhances the educational experience of residents in the Anesthesiology Residency Program at McLaren Greater Lansing. Nor is he shy about asking his fellow anesthesiologists – and a few other colleagues -- at the hospital to make gifts to it each year. “It’s about doing the right thing,” he said. “I really believe that in order for our residents to be comp...