Childhood toy may have sparked Oaklawn physician's surgical career
MARSHALL – The toy doctor’s kit Theresa Klee received for her fourth birthday may have been the inspiration that blossomed into a medical career. She even has a photo of herself with the kid-tailored paraphernalia, which included a playtime stethoscope... Read More: Childhood toy may have sparked Oaklawn physician's surgical career
Family physician Carrie Nicholson joins Oaklawn Medical Group – Albion
ALBION – How does a young woman from the Upper Peninsula happen to find a career – and create a loving family – hundreds of miles from her hometown? It may have something to do with what happened about two... Read More: Family physician Carrie Nicholson joins Oaklawn Medical Group – Albion
Waking Up Wet
Tommy is 9 and wets the bed almost every night. In the morning, he is so embarrassed that he hides his sheets in his closet. His mom is worried about him because he’s started to become less talkative, and seems... Read More: Waking Up Wet
Why should I care about preventative care?
Raise your hand if you know someone who hates going to the doctor. Raise your other hand if you know someone who waits to go to the doctor until something is wrong. Chances are, we all know someone who is... Read More: Why should I care about preventative care?
Oaklawn installs quieter, large-chamber MRI system for greater patient comfort
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: Oaklawn installs quieter, large-chamber MRI system for greater patient comfort
Overloaded backpacks may be hazardous to your health
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: Overloaded backpacks may be hazardous to your health
Benefits of Aquatic Therapy
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: Benefits of Aquatic Therapy
Oaklawn Hospice staff earn top national family-satisfaction award
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: Oaklawn Hospice staff earn top national family-satisfaction award
Mako Q&A with Dr. McLean, Orthopedic Surgeon
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: Mako Q&A with Dr. McLean, Orthopedic Surgeon
Local police, deputies receive life-saving materials through Oaklawn program
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: Local police, deputies receive life-saving materials through Oaklawn program