Orthopedic surgeon Kimberly McLean joins expanding Oaklawn service
Orthopedic surgeon Kimberly McLean joins expanding Oaklawn service MARSHALL – Kimberly Grillo McLean was compelled from an early age to be active and involved in sports. As a result, she learned some significant lessons about life – and her future... Read More: Orthopedic surgeon Kimberly McLean joins expanding Oaklawn service
Upgraded Vascular imaging enhances patient safety, efficiency
Dr. Subhash Thakur of the Oaklawn Medical Group Heart & Vascular Institute (center, facing right) meets with members of the Oaklawn surgical team as well as a representative of General Electric to discuss procedures involving the hospital’s new General Electric... Read More: Upgraded Vascular imaging enhances patient safety, efficiency
Oaklawn among four Michigan hospitals to receive highest federal ranking
Oaklawn among four Michigan hospitals to receive highest federal ranking MARSHALL – Oaklawn Hospital is one of just four hospitals in Michigan and 102 U.S. hospitals to earn five stars – the highest possible – in a new ranking announced... Read More: Oaklawn among four Michigan hospitals to receive highest federal ranking
Oaklawn welcomes family practice and obstetrics physician Tiffany Burns, M.D.
MARSHALL – Tiffany Burns has been fascinated since her youth by a love of history and people. When she was in middle school, she imagined she might grow up to be a physician. “I always loved science,” Burns said. “I... Read More: Oaklawn welcomes family practice and obstetrics physician Tiffany Burns, M.D.
Oaklawn gets an "A" in hospital scores
Oaklawn gets an ‘A’ in hospital scores Andy Fitzpatrick, Battle Creek Enquirer 3:42 p.m. EDT April 26, 2016 New hospital safety scores from an independent nonprofit group were released Monday, including those for Battle Creek area health care providers. According... Read More: Oaklawn gets an "A" in hospital scores
Oaklawn to offer free 'Freshstart' stop-smoking program during May
Oaklawn to offer free ‘Freshstart’ stop-smoking program during May MARSHALL – Smokers who want to stop a potentially health-threatening tobacco habit can get help and information during a free, four-part program hosted by Oaklawn Hospital. The “Freshstart” program, developed by... Read More: Oaklawn to offer free 'Freshstart' stop-smoking program during May
Hospitals focusing on solutions
Andy Fitzpatrick, Battle Creek Enquirer 4:29 p.m. EST December 17, 2015 Two hospitals in the area have been penalized by the federal government for their rates of patients acquiring medical conditions during their stays, but both have said they’ve addressed... Read More: Hospitals focusing on solutions
Clean your hands often to prevent spread of illness, Oaklawn expert says
MARSHALL – One of the best ways to prevent yourself and others from getting sick is to clean your hands regularly, an Oaklawn specialist urges. But chances are you’re not doing it as often as you should or with the... Read More: Clean your hands often to prevent spread of illness, Oaklawn expert says
Albion children's museum opens new Oaklawn-sponsored health exhibit
ALBION – Young children now can take a stroll down Wellness Avenue to learn how to stay safe at home, through a new interactive exhibit at Kids ‘N’ Stuff Children’s Museum. A formal ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 6 launched the... Read More: Albion children's museum opens new Oaklawn-sponsored health exhibit