MARSHALL – When young Robin Lawrence was growing up in Battle Creek, one of her favorite television shows was the weekly NBC drama “Emergency!” “When you’re 11 years old, it’s fun to think about being the ‘perfect nurse,’” she said.... Read More
On July 1, 2023 the Oaklawn Dialysis Center in Marshall, located at 310 E Michigan Ave will close operations. We remain committed to our mission of providing patients with necessary and lifesaving care. We have been in communication with local... Read More
Shannon Hepler is finding herself in familiar territory this month as she joins Oaklawn’s express-care team. About a decade ago, Hepler was a member of the Oaklawn nursing force, making staff assignments and handling varied tasks ranging from patient progression... Read More
Oaklawn’s joint-replacement patients can expect positive, effective outcomes through the use of robot-assisted technology, based on findings by Kalamazoo-based Stryker Corp. That’s good news for hip and knee patients of Oaklawn’s Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery team, who’ve been working... Read More
Due to persistently low positivity rates and inpatient numbers at Oaklawn for COVID-19 infections, beginning April 1, 2023, Oaklawn will make the following changes: The only visitor restrictions will be those that were in place pre-pandemic. Birth Center visitors under... Read More
Scammers are targeting Medicare recipients with offers of unnecessary medical supplies. The scheme uses up the victim’s Medicare benefits, and sometimes leaves them unable to pay for medical supplies with Medicare when they need it. Fraudsters call, email, advertise to,... Read More
MARSHALL – A federal medical oversight agency has presented Oaklawn Hospice’s staff with its highest rating for family and patient support and satisfaction. The five-star award by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is based on scores compiled... Read More
MARSHALL – Oaklawn’s volunteers and staffers are celebrating the success of their 33rd annual Benefit Auction, which surpassed its goal to benefit Oaklawn Hospice and its programs. “We were able to surpass our goal, raising more than $125,000 over the... Read More
ALBION — Nicholas “Nick” Nowak had a powerful notion about what his future might hold, even as he grew up in the small southeastern Michigan city of Tecumseh. “As early as I can remember, when I was asked what I... Read More
MARSHALL — Local residents and businesses have been busily at work, volunteering and donating a wide variety of items for Oaklawn’s “Feelin’ Lucky” benefit auction, to take place online and in person March 8-16. Hundreds of donations — including trips,... Read More