Health systems partner with PHP to offer new Medicare plans
Michigan Medicine and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System partner with Physicians Health Plan to bring a new choice in Medicare Advantage plans to area counties.
The Importance of the Flu Vaccination
A flu shot is recommended for anyone six months or older. Getting the vaccine not only protects you, but also protects those around you who may be more vulnerable to the virus, such as children and the elderly.
Sparrow Eaton Hospital ED sees rise in patient satisfaction
Patient satisfaction ratings rise nearly 20 percent at the Sparrow Eaton Hospital Emergency Department, thanks to changes made to improve patient experience.
October 2021 Caregiver Spotlight – Kayla Brooke, RN
Kayla Brooke, RN, a Sparrow Hospital nurse, goes above and beyond to care for her patients, listen to their needs, and make them feel comfortable with their plan of care.
Applicants can be hired on-the-spot at Sparrow job fair
Sparrow is holding a job fair on Sept. 22 and 23 at which qualified applicants may be hired on-the-spot. Sparrow is looking to fill a variety of job openings.
Sparrow Medical Minute - Dr. Paul Entler on Sepsis
Dr. Paul Entler explains September is Sepsis Awareness Month and Sparrow is taking steps to deal with this important issue.
Sparrow unveils huge new commitment to community, caregivers
The Sparrow Health System Board of Directors has approved an $800-million capital improvement plan that includes construction of a five-story patient tower at Sparrow Hospital and other major projects that reflect our investment in improving access and quality of care in Mid-Michigan.
SMG Eaton Rapids adds physicians, accepting new patients
Amy Blaising Wallace, D.O., is now based at Sparrow Medical Group Eaton Rapids, where she joins Kimberly Friar, M.D., Julie Coenen, NP, and Jessica Hamel, NP.
Sparrow Medical Minute - Dr. Anthony Rakowski
In this Medical Minute, Dr. Joseph Rakowski explains the innovative Gynecological Oncology services provided at Sparrow Hospital.
Sparrow Medical Minute - Dr. Paul Entler on COVID Treatment
In this medical minute Dr. Paul Entler explains how Sparrow offers monoclonal therapy as an innovative alternative to hospitalization for COVID-19.
Sparrow Eaton President to speak at Lansing Chamber event
Sparrow Eaton Hospital President Helen Johnson will join six female regional leaders speaking at the Lansing Regional Chamber’s Executive Welcome on Sept. 8.
Sparrow Hospital verified as area’s only Level 1 Trauma Center
Sparrow Hospital has been verified once again as a Level 1 Trauma Center, making it the only facility in Mid-Michigan to receive such a designation.
Sparrow to offer dose 3 of COVID shot to immunocompromised
Sparrow will begin offering dose 3 of the COVID vaccine to immunocompromised members of the public at the Sparrow Laboratories Drive-Thru Services at Frandor.
Sparrow Eaton Hospital Names its first Nurse of the Year
Sparrow Eaton Hospital has named Jeanne Mead, RN, as its first Nurse of the Year. Mead has been a nurse for more than 25 years.
September 2021 Caregiver Spotlight – Hovita Smith, RN
Hovita Smith, RN, a Sparrow St. Lawrence Outpatient Surgery nurse, goes above and beyond to make sure her patients feel comfortable before and after surgery.