Ragweed Season Strikes Again
By: David Swender, D.O. Summers are a great time to enjoy the outdoor activities Michigan has to offer. In August, people from around Calhoun County get out to the Fairgrounds for a wonderful week of rides, animals and activities. Unfortunately,... Read More: Ragweed Season Strikes Again
Unusual discovery brings century-old artifact back to historic Marshall building
MARSHALL – An accident put something special – a piece of Marshall’s history – into Jay Larson’s hands. And it took a while for him to realize it. “I had a guy come into my antiques shop about three or... Read More: Unusual discovery brings century-old artifact back to historic Marshall building
Oaklawn’s diabetes program renews accreditation, certification
MARSHALL – Local residents with diabetes who want help understanding their condition can be assured of access to the best local help possible. Oaklawn Hospital’s Outpatient Diabetes Education Program recently renewed its accredited status by the American Association of Diabetes... Read More: Oaklawn’s diabetes program renews accreditation, certification
Oaklawn honored as 2014 ‘top performer’ in efforts to help patients and staff
MARSHALL – A national health-care consulting firm is recognizing Oaklawn Hospital for its exceptional nursing care while it has worked to improve patients’ experiences and encouraging collaborative efforts among its medical staff. Identified as a “top performer,” is receiving a... Read More: Oaklawn honored as 2014 ‘top performer’ in efforts to help patients and staff
Report: Oaklawn among Michigan hospitals boosting health-care access, funding, quality
MARSHALL – State residents and communities are receiving direct financial benefits through health-care improvements, according to a new report. The report, “Michigan Hospitals: Prepared to Care,” was issued this month by the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA), of which... Read More: Report: Oaklawn among Michigan hospitals boosting health-care access, funding, quality
County organization visits Oaklawn to give children’s books to new parents
MARSHALL – Babies aren’t known for spending their first few months hitting the books. However, thanks to a countywide organization’s generosity, newborns at Oaklawn Hospital are getting a boost in their literary skills. Members of the Calhoun County Family and... Read More: County organization visits Oaklawn to give children’s books to new parents
DAISY Award honors Oaklawn’s Lisa Hughes for top nursing service
MARSHALL – Lisa Hughes of Marshall, a registered nurse at Oaklawn Hospital, received a quarterly DAISY Award during a recent presentation honoring her exemplary service to patients at Oaklawn Hospice. The DAISY Award is a nationwide program that celebrates and... Read More: DAISY Award honors Oaklawn’s Lisa Hughes for top nursing service
Oaklawn to invest in patient services with insurer’s incentive reward
MARSHALL – Oaklawn Hospital’s excellent quality scores will translate into improved health services for its patients, hospital officials say. The hospital recently received a check for $231,516.56 – a quality-incentive payment from Grand Rapids-based Priority Health. Molly McCarthy, the insurer’s... Read More: Oaklawn to invest in patient services with insurer’s incentive reward
Consumer Reports ranks Oaklawn second-best in nation for patient safety
Oaklawn Hospital is Michigan’s top-rated hospital for protecting patients from harm, and is second-best in the nation for patient safety, according to a new report from Consumer Reports magazine. The magazine gives Oaklawn Hospital a safety score of 77 points... Read More: Consumer Reports ranks Oaklawn second-best in nation for patient safety
Oaklawn Physical Rehabilitation services expand at Beadle Lake location
Life is becoming easier for area residents who need close-to-home physical-therapy services – and who want help quickly. Oaklawn Physical Rehabilitation – Beadle Lake has opened its new office in the Oaklawn Medical Group’s expanded Beadle Lake site at 14231... Read More: Oaklawn Physical Rehabilitation services expand at Beadle Lake location