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Friday, March 21 proved to be a day to celebrate for McLaren Health Care Graduate Medical Education. The annual Match Day — the day on which medical students learn the results of their residency or fellowship applications and receive their assignments to continue their training — concluded with McLaren GME filling its 149 available positions. This marks a 100 percent fill rate across the 42 GME programs throughout the system. “The result of Match Day 2025 further demonstrates the merit and proficiency o...

After announcing its plans to increase community access to timely health care with the launch of an urgent care center, McLaren Northern Michigan, part of statewide McLaren Health Care, is pleased to share that McLaren Northern Michigan Urgent Care is now open. Located at 1890 US-131, near Plaza Drive in Petoskey, the office is also home to McLaren Northern Michigan Primary Care. The urgent care is an expansion of the office, with the primary care clinic remaining open and caring for patients. “All of u...

McLaren Oakland, part of statewide Karmanos Cancer Institute and a regional leader in cancer care and screening procedures, has enhanced its capabilities to assess patients’ risk for developing breast and other common cancers with the addition of Volpara® Risk Pathways. An industry-leading software program, Volpara determines patients’ individual and unique risk for cancers and manages their care to ensure they receive the appropriate level of timely care. Volpara will be available to patients through M...

Community outreach involves more than just being present in the community. “The work that we do connects our communities with cancer science and connects our scientists with our diverse communities,” said Hayley Thompson, Ph.D., associate center director of Community Outreach and Education at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and faculty supervisor of the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) at Karmanos, and professor of Oncology at Wayne State University (WSU) School of Medicine. C...

McLaren Lapeer Region, which maintains a continuum of care for those patients recovering from the most acute conditions through its Transitional Care Unit, has been named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Nursing Homes, ranking it among the best in the metro area. A 19-bed skilled nursing unit, the aim of the Transitional Care Unit is to admit patients following their treatment from a complex or particularly severe condition requiring an extended recovery — such as a stroke, traumatic injury, ...

For two decades Kathy Carrithers has dedicated her life to service as a volunteer. On March 15 she celebrated 20 years as a member of the McLaren Flint auxiliary. “I love this hospital, and I love serving. It is a joy,” Kathy said. Kathy’s mother was a longtime volunteer at a Saginaw hospital, and when Kathy retired from Delphi/GM, she knew she wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps. “When my mother was dying of cancer, I promised her I would become a hospital volunteer,” Kathy said. Kathy, a breast...

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute , cancer centers, and other organizations nationwide recognize April as Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. This cancer occurs when cells grow out of control in the testicles, part of the male reproductive system, and there are multiple forms of testicular cancer. Testicular Cancer Facts and Figures  According to the American Cancer Society (ACS): In 2025, about 9,720 new testicular cancer cases will be diagnosed. About one of every 250 males will develop te...

When Wiebke Papenfus and her husband lost their health insurance, she started skipping her annual mammogram. “I had been very diligent about getting them because my maternal grandmother died of breast cancer,” Wiebke said. During a self-breast exam Wiebke made a startling discovery- a lump in her left breast. “I went to a nurse practitioner who sent me for a mammogram and an ultrasound,” Wiebke said. “Then I had a biopsy.” The results of Wiebke’s biopsy came via email.  An occupational therapist by...

You would be hard-pressed to find anyone who wants to think about cancer, much less get a diagnosis.  However, thinking about cancer now could improve your odds of survival if you have the disease.  Regular screenings can literally make a life-or-death difference.  Early detection is one of the most powerful cancer weapons our clinical experts have in their arsenal. “Catching cancer early is critical to survival. Screening is something we should all keep in mind. Cancer is not just an old...

Managing stress is something that everyone experiences at some point. Whether it’s from a heavy workload, worrying about a particular issue, or just trying to keep everything on track, stress is a normal part of life. However, when it becomes overwhelming, it can affect both your mind and body, leading to feelings of anxiety, fatigue, and even illness. According to the American Psychological Association , learning to manage stress in healthy ways is crucial for maintaining overall well-being. There are ...