In Good Health
McLaren Port Huron

On June 4, 2026, McLaren Greater Lansing held its annual graduation ceremony for our residents and fellows. Congratulations to the following residents/fellows - Class of 2026: ANESTHESIOLOGY Mercedes Alaina Harvey, DO Nicholas Charles Muscato, DO Julie Ruehl, DO Jacob Duc-Huy Tran, DO CARDIOLOGY Vivek Nadipalli, DO Varun George, DO FAMILY MEDICINE Nicole Marie Hussey, DO Kara Noelle La Gorio, DO Taylor Totterdale, DO, MS Zachariah Whitcomb, DO GASTROENTEROLOGY Eric Thông Nguyen, MD, JD GENERAL SURGERY B...

AFib, or atrial fibrillation, is one of the most common forms of heart disease, and a common indicator that other heart problems may be lurking beneath. “It’s really critical that you not ignore what could be symptoms of AFib, and address the problem right away with your cardiologist,” says Dr. Ajay Krishen, a cardiologist with McLaren Port Huron. As a cardiac electrophysiologist, Dr. Krishen meets and treats patient with AFib every day, a condition that 12.1 million people across the country live with....

It may come as a surprise, but the leading cause of death in women over age 25 isn’t breast cancer. It’s heart disease. In fact, it’s responsible for nearly twice the amount of deaths in American women than all types of cancer, including breast cancer. Though heart disease is a term used to describe many different conditions affecting the heart, the two most common are heart disease (caused by a build-up of plaque in the arteries that can lead to a heart attack) and heart failure (a weakening of the hea...

There’s no denying that excess weight undermines good health — and it’s the reason weight loss always ranks among the most popular New Year’s resolutions. There are the countless diets and weight-loss plans — some effective, most less so. For those who need to lose weight and are seeking out methods that work, more people are turning to medical science — and bariatric surgery is a viable option. McLaren Port Huron’s Bariatric Center of Michigan is the Blue Water Area’s leader. The hospital’s bariatric s...

A large study concludes that a full night’s sleep can contribute to good heart health. Anyone who rises out of bed in the morning and doesn’t walk to the kitchen – still half asleep – to groggily wait for their first strong cup of coffee can attest to the importance and positive effect a solid night’s sleep can have. Now, though, researchers have confirmed the impact and extent it can have on one’s health. Researchers at Tulane University in New Orleans analyzed data collected from more than 400,000 men...

The McLaren Stroke Network, which provides timely and potentially lifesaving care in the midst of the medical emergency, has again earned national honors for the exceptional level of care provided at its network hospital sites. The American Heart Associated/American Stroke Association recognized several McLaren hospitals with its Get With Guidelines® – Stroke distinctions, a sign that those hospital-based stroke programs consistently adhere to the latest care guidelines while achieving improved patient ...

The McLaren Greater Lansing Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center has been awarded the prestigious Center of Distinction Award by Healogics , the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Wound Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate higher than 92 percent. This recognition is a testament to the exceptional care and dedication demonstrated by wound center’s physicians, leaders, and staff. The McLaren Greater Lansi...

A graduation ceremony for the 2025 McLaren Greater Lansing Residents and Fellows was held on Thursday, June 5 at the U Club to honor and celebrate 35 individuals on their outstanding achievements. We thank them for their unwavering support and dedication to our community and organization and wish them well on their future career paths in medicine. Previous Next

Pain is a natural component of the healing process following illness, injury, or surgery. If it persists or is more intense than normally expected, it becomes its own condition and merits treatment. The Pain Management Center at McLaren Greater Lansing believes that with an accurate diagnosis, pain can often be eliminated or effectively managed, and quality of life can be vastly improved. Click here to view the full Meet McLaren Vascular Services

We are excited to announce that we launched our new ER Virtual Care Pilot Program , Monday, June 2, 2025. This innovative service is designed to significantly improve patient flow, reduce wait times for non-urgent cases, and enhance the overall patient experience in our Emergency Department. We plan to offer the ER Virtual Care Pilot Program to patients on Mondays and Tuesdays from 2 to 6 p.m., with the goal of offering this program during high ER census times. Because of this, the dates and times may f...