MARSHALL – More people will be able to get improved medical information from their physicians because of an $1.8 million upgrade in Oaklawn’s magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment. The new SIGNA™ Premier system offers the latest advancements in diagnostic technology,... Read More
MARSHALL – Shannon Martin, M.D., has been named Oaklawn’s 2019 Physician of the Year and Yolanda Mathews has been named Oaklawn’s Employee of the Year. Martin, an ophthalmologist, was selected out of 17 nominees for Physician of the year and... Read More
The end of summer marks the beginning of another school year. As students return to school backpacks should be a subject matter taken seriously. Medical complications could result from backpacks that are too heavy, not properly fitted, or poorly designed.... Read More
Did you know that pools are great for a lot more than just swimming? In fact, aquatic therapy can be a very effective form of treatment for people in need of physical rehabilitation. Two great things about it (besides the... Read More
The staff of Oaklawn Hospice are the recent recipients of a SHPBest Premier Performer family-satisfaction award for 2018, issued by Santa Barbara, Calif.-based Strategic Healthcare Programs LLC. “This means our hospice team is in the top five percent in the... Read More
MARSHALL – Hundreds of kids – along with friendly animals, colorfully decorated bicycles and other wheeled vehicles – are expected to step off at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 4, in this picturesque city for the 2019 Oaklawn Pet, Bike &... Read More
Q: Of all the technology the ortho team could have invested in, why did you choose Mako? A: The Mako system has completely transformed the way joint replacement surgery is performed. Mako is the first and only robotic technology... Read More
COLDWATER – A new aquatic-therapy program for patients facing arthritis and joint issue is being offered through Oaklawn Physical Rehabilitation – Coldwater. The program, launched in early April, is being conducted by staff from the medical center in conjunction with... Read More
Marshall police and Calhoun County sheriff’s deputies have received updated emergency equipment that could help save lives, through a grant-funded donation arranged by Oaklawn staff. Photo Caption: Representatives of Marshall police and the Calhoun County sheriff’s office look over new first-aid... Read More
Interim leader Gregg Beeg hired after comprehensive search process A seasoned healthcare executive and nationally-recognized healthcare financial administration expert will serve as Oaklawn Hospital’s new president and CEO after an extensive search. With over 40 years of proven experience in... Read More