Podcasts about corewell health

May 20, 2025 ~ Dr. Daniel Krauss, radiation oncologist at Corewell Health, joins Kevin to discuss President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis.

In today's news: Corewell Health has announced the opening of a new substance use treatment and education center in Berrien County. State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced legislation intended to prevent children from accessing adult content on the internet. The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven has found a new director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Corewell Health has announced the opening of a new substance use treatment and education center in Berrien County. State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced legislation intended to prevent children from accessing adult content on the internet. The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven has found a new director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Corewell Health has announced the opening of a new substance use treatment and education center in Berrien County. State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced legislation intended to prevent children from accessing adult content on the internet. The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven has found a new director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Corewell Health has announced the opening of a new substance use treatment and education center in Berrien County. State Representative Brad Paquette has introduced legislation intended to prevent children from accessing adult content on the internet. The Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven has found a new director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants. Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph. Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants. Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph. Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants. Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph. Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Applications are now available for the next round of Heart of Cook grants. Corewell Health is planning to build some new apartments in St. Joseph. Thursday is the big day for the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen as it completes its move into a new location.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When the dust settled from one of the largest health system integrations in Michigan history, Jason Joseph, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Corewell Health, found himself facing a new frontier: AI. As Corewell brought together Spectrum Health, Beaumont Health, Lakeland Health, and health plan Priority Health under one umbrella—with 21 hospitals, 65,000 employees, and […] Source: Corwell's Joseph Says IT Leaders Can Spur Innovation by Empowering Users to Address Unsolvable Problems with Novel Solutions   on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

An active shooter situation at Troy Beaumont Hospital is developing Thursday morning. This is live coverage from WWJ's Mike Campbell, Jackie Paige and Charlie Langton.

March 10, 2025 ~ As RFK Jr. meets with big food companies to discuss the ingredients in our food, Dr. Justin Skrzynski, Corewell Health hospitalist and internal medicine physician, joins Kevin to discuss the difference this can make for our health.

February 26, 2025 ~ Corewell Health has launched a program called Raising Resilient Children. Marie Osborne tells Kevin about how the program offers parents techniques to improving their child's behavior, emotional wellbeing and overall family dynamics. 

In today's news: Insurance-problem plagued Dial a Ride bus involved in serious collision Corewell Health confirms administrative layoffs OutCenter of Benton Harbor finds new venue for Pride Fest and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Insurance-problem plagued Dial a Ride bus involved in serious collision Corewell Health confirms administrative layoffs OutCenter of Benton Harbor finds new venue for Pride Fest and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Insurance-problem plagued Dial a Ride bus involved in serious collision Corewell Health confirms administrative layoffs OutCenter of Benton Harbor finds new venue for Pride Fest and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 14, 2025 ~ Valentine's Day highlights the importance of self-care, yet only 6.6% of people engage in daily health-related self-care activities. Dr. Shajahan, a primary care physician at Corewell Health, joins Guy and Lloyd to stress the importance of self-care for personal relationships, enabling to give and recieve love, and the five key areas of self-care.

In today's news: Winter storm advisory starts Wednesday afternoon -- expect inches of snowfall Corewell Health resumes transgender treatment therapy after brief pause Competing $3 billion dollar visions in Lansing for paying for better roads and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Winter storm advisory starts Wednesday afternoon -- expect inches of snowfall Corewell Health resumes transgender treatment therapy after brief pause Competing $3 billion dollar visions in Lansing for paying for better roads and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Winter storm advisory starts Wednesday afternoon -- expect inches of snowfall Corewell Health resumes transgender treatment therapy after brief pause Competing $3 billion dollar visions in Lansing for paying for better roads and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Representative Joey Andrews is speaking out after Flowers Early Learning locations in Southwest Michigan and Early Head Start programs throughout the state narrowly avoided shutting down due to uncertainty about federal funding last week. The OutCenter Southwest Michigan and a coalition of partners from across the state have issued an open letter to Corewell Health's Board of Directors and executive leadership after Corewell announced last week it's no longer providing gender-affirming care for new minor patients. A meeting of the Atomic Safety Licensing Board will be held Wednesday to review Holtec International's plans to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Representative Joey Andrews is speaking out after Flowers Early Learning locations in Southwest Michigan and Early Head Start programs throughout the state narrowly avoided shutting down due to uncertainty about federal funding last week. The OutCenter Southwest Michigan and a coalition of partners from across the state have issued an open letter to Corewell Health's Board of Directors and executive leadership after Corewell announced last week it's no longer providing gender-affirming care for new minor patients. A meeting of the Atomic Safety Licensing Board will be held Wednesday to review Holtec International's plans to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: State Representative Joey Andrews is speaking out after Flowers Early Learning locations in Southwest Michigan and Early Head Start programs throughout the state narrowly avoided shutting down due to uncertainty about federal funding last week. The OutCenter Southwest Michigan and a coalition of partners from across the state have issued an open letter to Corewell Health's Board of Directors and executive leadership after Corewell announced last week it's no longer providing gender-affirming care for new minor patients. A meeting of the Atomic Safety Licensing Board will be held Wednesday to review Holtec International's plans to restart the Palisades nuclear power plant in Van Buren County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 7, 2025 ~ Hospital emergency rooms are overloaded with patients who have the flu, COVID-19, and RSV. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Corewell Health director of infectious disease research Dr. Matthew Sims about when to go to ER, and when to see your primary care physician.

"Reasonably bad" is how doctors at Corewell Health are describing the current flu outbreak being seen in Michigan, with cases up 25-to-30%. While RSV and COVID cases remain steady, doctors say long waits at emergency rooms are becoming a concern. We'll have that story and more as WWJ's Luke Sloan runs down the top local news headlines for your Thursday midday. (Photo: Getty Images)

In this episode, we welcome Jeannie Wiarda, LMSW, a Medical Social Worker at the Adult Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Center at Corewell Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jeannie has been a Medical Social Worker at Corewell Health for 20 years including 14 years in Hospice and Palliative Care Inpatient; time in the Emergency Room prior to that, and has currently spent three years in bone marrow transplant. Jeannie provides insight into her work with transplant patients, particularly those navigating chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), offering a comprehensive view of her role and strategies for supporting survivors through their journeys.Jeannie explains that her role as a social worker encompasses the entire transplant process—from the pre-transplant evaluation to post-transplant care. She helps patients address barriers like financial challenges, housing, and psychological trauma, tailoring support to each individual's unique needs. Her involvement extends through the hospital stay and into recovery, offering continuity of care during this vulnerable time.A key theme is the interplay between stress, trauma, and the transplant experience. Jeannie highlights the impact of chronic stress on the brain, emphasizing the importance of caregivers who provide practical and emotional support. She underscores the necessity of self-care for caregivers, advocating for planned respite and support systems to sustain their well-being.Jeannie shares actionable strategies for patients and caregivers to find hope and purpose amid the challenges of GVHD. These include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, engaging in fulfilling activities, and staying connected with others. She stresses the value of education, encouraging patients to leverage resources like the nbmtLINK, BMT InfoNet, LLS, and the GVHD Alliance to empower themselves with knowledge and advocacy skills.Jeannie emphasizes finding ways to “live life” despite the limitations GVHD may impose. She recalls stories of patients adapting activities to their current abilities, referencing another podcast by the LINK where we talked to a survivor who switched to an e-bike for outdoor exploration. Jeannie also advocates for fostering connections through support groups and meaningful activities, such as volunteering, to regain a sense of purpose.Jeannie concludes with advice on processing grief and fear, embracing compassion, and accessing professional mental health resources, including cognitive behavioral therapy such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), for addressing trauma. Her compassionate, holistic approach demonstrates the profound impact of social work in transforming survivorship into a journey of resilience and empowerment.More:GVHD Alliance: https://www.gvhdalliance.orgLink to LLS free Nutrition Consultations: https://www.lls.org/managing-your-cancer/food-and-nutritionBook: The Body Keeps the Score: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748Thank you to our sponsors. This season is supported by a healthcare contribution from Sanofi  https://www.sanofi.com/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.To participate in the GVHD Mosaic, click here: https://amp.livemosaics.com/gvhd

January 8, 2025 ~ Dry January is underway. Dr. Asha Shajahan, primary care physician for Corewell Health, joins Kevin to discuss the negative impacts of Alcohol.

In this special episode, I finally get a chance to do a virtual fireside chat with my talented and funny CISO Scott Dresen. I actually started working with Scott while he was the Chief Technology Officer for Spectrum Health. It was in this role that Scott down the path to becoming the Chief Information Security Officer for Corewell Health. So you can say he has been here for the entire Information Security program revamp that started back in 2016.Talking Points:Back in 2016 you were the CTO when the Information Security program was 'rebooted'. What were some of your biggest challenges and frustrations back then?In 2018 you assumed the dual role of CTO and CISO, what was the hardest thing you had to change/overcome with having that dual role?Let's talk to WannaCry incident, what did the high level leadership view look like and what decisions needed to happen?In 2019 you had to re-evaluate the state of the security program at the halfway part of the timeline. During that you had to make some hard choice about the direction we needed to go in order to compete things. How did you come up with those decisions?You have had the distinct 'pleasure' of being a part of both a small healthcare and large scale acquisitions, what are some valuable lessons learned from each?In 2020 you had to pivot from an almost entirely in-person workforce to almost 100% remote, how did you manage to accomplish this in a timely and successful manner?In 2023 you had a chance to speak in front of congress around healthcare security, walk me through how that came about, how you felt in the moment and what things would you do differently (in hindsight)What has been the hardest part of planning and implementing Artificial Intelligence security?Heading into 2025, what advice do you have for other healthcare security leaders as they face the challenges of tighter budgets, smarter threat actors and changing business strategies? Episode Charities:Toys for Tots of Grand Rapids - Presents for less fortunate childrenNorth Kent Connect - A great foundation that helps families with items that may not be covered by other programsYMCA of Greater Grand Rapids - Great organization promoting healthy lifestylesEpisode Sponsor:Cloud Con - Michigan's premier security and infrastructure conference!

December 18, 2024 ~ Michigan is experiencing more pertussis infections than any time in the last decade. Guy and Lloyd talk with Corewell Health director of infectious disease research Dr. Matthew Sims about the spread of the disease, and the efficacy of the vaccines.

In our second hour, we were joined by Tim Twentyman from DetroitLions.com to get his thoughts on last night's Lions win over the Packers. He and Huge also talked about how important Dan Campbell is to Detroit's culture, they looked ahead on the schedule and discussed players coming back, and more. We were then joined by Mike Kimber from Chat Sports to continue the conversation. Mike talked about how great that game went, gave his prediction on a final win total for the Lions, and more. We were then joined by Peter Stuursma, who is the Head Football Coach at Hope College. His team is taking on North Central tomorrow in the third round of the DIII Playoffs. He told us what his team needs to do to get a win, talked about the importance of their culture, and more. We wrapped up the hour with Robert Fitzgerald, who is the President of Corewell Health. He talked about their philosophy at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, discussed the various way they help children, talked about the amazing stories that come through the Hospital, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were joined by Dr. James Fahner who is the Director of Philanthropy at Corewell Health. He talked with us about how important philanthropy and donations are to saving lives and bringing medical services to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. They also talked about some of the great stories that go through Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're broadcasting live from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids as iHeart West Michigan has their 25th Annual Radiothon. Throughout the show, we were joined by some of the great people connected to the Radiothon, Corewell Health and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, so we could hear about how they're helping kids in need. We kicked off the show talking about the Lions beating the Packers as Jeff Risdon from Lions Wire joined us. He and Huge talked about how they felt during that game, gave their thoughts on how resilient this team is, talked about players that should be back for the Bills game, and more. At the end of the hour we were joined by Jeffrey Gullekson, whose son Griffin is currently going through Chemo. Jeffrey told us about Griffins journey from learning that he has Cancer - to currently playing on Sparta's JV Basketball team. Jeffrey told us about Griffin's drive to play Basketball while going through chemo, talked about the impact Helen DeVos Children's Hospital has had on Griffin and his family, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by Tim Twentyman from DetroitLions.com to get his thoughts on last night's Lions win over the Packers. He and Huge also talked about how important Dan Campbell is to Detroit's culture, they looked ahead on the schedule and discussed players coming back, and more. We were then joined by Mike Kimber from Chat Sports to continue the conversation. Mike talked about how great that game went, gave his prediction on a final win total for the Lions, and more. We were then joined by Peter Stuursma, who is the Head Football Coach at Hope College. His team is taking on North Central tomorrow in the third round of the DIII Playoffs. He told us what his team needs to do to get a win, talked about the importance of their culture, and more. We wrapped up the hour with Robert Fitzgerald, who is the President of Corewell Health. He talked about their philosophy at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, discussed the various way they help children, talked about the amazing stories that come through the Hospital, and more. We kicked off the final hour talking more about the Detroit Lions as Dave Birkett from the Detroit Free Press joined us. He and Huge talked about how impressed they are with this team considering all of the injuries, they gave their thoughts on the Lions running the table and not losing anymore games, and more. We were then joined by Mitch Lyons from Mitch Lyons Wealth. He and Huge talked about that Lions win over the Packers, Mitch updated us on how Ferris State Women's Basketball is doing, and he told us how Mitch Lyons Wealth can help you. We then had a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge was joined by Ferris State Head Football Coach Tony Annese. They're taking on Harding tomorrow in the DII quarterfinals - so Coach talked about getting ready for that with his team, talked about how his team stacks up with Harding, and more. We wrapped up the broadcast as we were joined by Dr. James Fahner who is the Director of Philanthropy at Corewell Health. He talked with us about how important philanthropy and donations are to saving lives and bringing medical services to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. They also talked about some of the great stories that go through Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we're broadcasting live from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids as iHeart West Michigan has their 25th Annual Radiothon. Throughout the show, we were joined by some of the great people connected to the Radiothon, Corewell Health and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, so we could hear about how they're helping kids in need. We kicked off the show talking about the Lions beating the Packers as Jeff Risdon from Lions Wire joined us. He and Huge talked about how they felt during that game, gave their thoughts on how resilient this team is, talked about players that should be back for the Bills game, and more. At the end of the hour we were joined by Jeffrey Gullekson, whose son Griffin is currently going through Chemo. Jeffrey told us about Griffins journey from learning that he has Cancer - to currently playing on Sparta's JV Basketball team. Jeffrey told us about Griffin's drive to play Basketball while going through chemo, talked about the impact Helen DeVos Children's Hospital has had on Griffin and his family, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the final hour talking more about the Detroit Lions as Dave Birkett from the Detroit Free Press joined us. He and Huge talked about how impressed they are with this team considering all of the injuries, they gave their thoughts on the Lions running the table and not losing anymore games, and more. We were then joined by Mitch Lyons from Mitch Lyons Wealth. He and Huge talked about that Lions win over the Packers, Mitch updated us on how Ferris State Women's Basketball is doing, and he told us how Mitch Lyons Wealth can help you. We then had a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge was joined by Ferris State Head Football Coach Tony Annese. They're taking on Harding tomorrow in the DII quarterfinals - so Coach talked about getting ready for that with his team, talked about how his team stacks up with Harding, and more. We wrapped up the broadcast as we were joined by Dr. James Fahner who is the Director of Philanthropy at Corewell Health. He talked with us about how important philanthropy and donations are to saving lives and bringing medical services to Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. They also talked about some of the great stories that go through Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were joined by Robert Fitzgerald, who is the President of Corewell Health. He talked about their philosophy at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, discussed the various way they help children, talked about the amazing stories that come through the Hospital, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today and tomorrow, we're broadcasting live from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids as iHeart West Michigan has their 25th Annual Radiothon. Throughout the show, we were joined by some of the great people connected to the Radiothon, Corewell Health and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, so we could hear about how they're helping kids in need. We kicked off the show talking about the Lions as we were joined by Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew as well as Lomas Brown for our weekly Lions/NFL segment. Huge, Josh, and Lomas talked about our Detroit Lions as they're set to take on the Packers tonight. They gave their thoughts on how the game will go, discussed all of the injuries and what makes them nervous about tonight's game, and so much more . Throughout the next hour and a half, we talked about signing day as we were joined by our good friend Allen Trieu, who is a recruiting insider for 24/7 Sports. During that time, Allen and Huge talked about some of the stand-out recruits across the Midwest, talked about where they're going, and what they should bring to the football program. The guys also talked about what the process of recruiting is like in College sports, talked about some of the best signing classes, NIL and the Transfer Portal, and much more. We wrapped up the first hour talking with Kelly Dyer, who is the President of the Corewell Health Foundation. She joined Bill to talk about what the Radiothon is all about, told us about the impact of the Radiothon, talked about where the funds raised go, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today and tomorrow, we're broadcasting live from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids as iHeart West Michigan has their 25th Annual Radiothon. Throughout the show, we were joined by some of the great people connected to the Radiothon, Corewell Health and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, so we could hear about how they're helping kids in need. We kicked off the show talking about the Lions as we were joined by Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew as well as Lomas Brown for our weekly Lions/NFL segment. Huge, Josh, and Lomas talked about our Detroit Lions as they're set to take on the Packers tonight. They gave their thoughts on how the game will go, discussed all of the injuries and what makes them nervous about tonight's game, and so much more . Throughout the next hour and a half, we talked about signing day as we were joined by our good friend Allen Trieu, who is a recruiting insider for 24/7 Sports. During that time, Allen and Huge talked about some of the stand-out recruits across the Midwest, talked about where they're going, and what they should bring to the football program. The guys also talked about what the process of recruiting is like in College sports, talked about some of the best signing classes, NIL and the Transfer Portal, and much more. We wrapped up the first hour talking with Kelly Dyer, who is the President of the Corewell Health Foundation. She joined Bill to talk about what the Radiothon is all about, told us about the impact of the Radiothon, talked about where the funds raised go, and more. At the end of the second hour, we were joined by Tim Feagan, who runs IHeart Radio West Michigan and is on the Board at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. He and Huge talked about the funds that this Radiothon raises, talked about the outreach that the Children's Hospital has, and more. We were then joined by John Maakaron from Sports Illustrated and the Detroit Sports Podcast. He told us about how he feels about this Lions squad heading into tonight's game, discussed the injuries, and gave us his prediction on the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

December 4, 2024 ~ Next Monday, Moonbeams for Sweet Dreams returns at Corewell Health in Royal Oak. Kathleen Grobbel, Moonbeams co-leader and Child Live Manager for Corewell Health Children's in Royal Oak, joins Marie Osborne to share more.

November 28, 2024 ~ Lamont Yoder, President of Corewell Health Southeast Michigan joins Paul W Ahead of the 98th Annual America's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

November 26, 2024 ~ Dr. Ibrahim Sablaban Psychiatrist with Corewell Health discusses navigating political tension with family during the holidays.

On this episode of MedAxiom HeartTalk, host Melanie Lawson, MS, explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for cardiovascular care with guests Effie Andrikopoulou, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE, associate professor at the University of Washington and medical director at Harborview Medical Center, and Denise Busman, MSN, RN, CPHQ, FACC, vice president of Care Transformation Services at MedAxiom. They explore how care teams can integrate AI into everyday practice and consider the current challenges and opportunities to improve patient outcomes. Guest Bios:Effie Andrikopoulou, MD, MBA, FACC, FASE Dr. Andrikopoulou is an associate professor of Medicine at the University of Washington and the medical director of the Echocardiography Lab at Harborview Medical Center. She completed her internal medicine training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, cardiology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), and advanced multimodality cardiovascular imaging training at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Andrikopoulou also holds an MBA from UAB. She is an expert in cardiovascular imaging, and her clinical niche is cardio-oncology. Dr. Andrikopoulou is a rising leader in the space of artificial intelligence (AI). She is passionate about developing and implementing AI ("collaborative intelligence") algorithms to optimize clinical workflows and ensure delivery of high-quality, equitable care to all patients and communities irrespective their socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Her expertise has been recognized with several awards, including the 2016 Rising Stars in Healthcare in Alabama and the 2016 American Heart Association Women in Cardiology Trainee Award for Excellence.Denise Busman, MSN, RN, CPHQ, FACC As Vice President of Care Transformation Services at MedAxiom, Denise brings more than 30 years of experience as a cardiovascular clinician and leader to her role. Her clinical expertise is complemented by a passion for engaging multidisciplinary teams to transform care delivery and enhance clinical quality. Known for her work in program development and change management, Denise is skilled in the implementation of new programs and clinical initiatives. Denise joined MedAxiom from Corewell Health, formerly known as Spectrum Health – a multi-hospital system in Michigan, where she held a variety of positions including critical care educator and cardiology clinical nurse specialist. Most recently, her focus was directed toward clinical improvement and quality for the cardiovascular service line, where she implemented innovative approaches to care and served as a trusted advisor to cardiovascular physicians and team members. Denise holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from Michigan State University and master's degree in nursing from Grand Valley State University. She has been active with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for many years as a Michigan Chapter board member, cardiovascular team liaison, ACC Scientific Program Committee member and reviewer of scientific abstracts.

November 18, 2024 ~ Corewell Health's nurses overwhelmingly voted to unionize last week, following staffing issues and inadequate compensation. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan Teamsters president Kevin Moore about what's next for the nurses in Southeast Michigan.

November 18, 2024 ~ Full Show: Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk about the Detroit Lions blowout win over the Jacksonville Jaguars, more questions around President-elect Donald Trump's nominations for Cabinet, how to move the economy forward under Trump 2.0, the 'leave the leaves' movement, Corewell Health nurses voting to unionize, and much more!

The vote is in - nurses at Corewell Health want to be part of the Teamsters. WWJ's Ryan Wrecker reports the latest details, while Tracey McCaskill and Tony Ortiz deliver Friday's other top stories. (PHOTO: © Kimberly P. Mitchell / USA TODAY NETWORK)

Today we interview Lori Dear, a registered nurse and transplant coordinator in the adult Blood & Marrow Transplant Program at Corewell Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Lori shares her deep insights into the CAR T-cell therapy process, a groundbreaking treatment for certain cancers, focusing on the patient experience and the critical role of caregivers.Lori explains that CAR T-cell therapy is highly personalized, with no "cookie-cutter" approach. A diverse interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and various specialists, collaborates to guide patients through the process, from eligibility testing to treatment and recovery. She stresses the importance of preparing for the CAR T process by researching the therapy and arranging for a trustworthy caregiver, who will play a crucial role in managing care for up to 12 weeks after infusion. Lori points out that caregivers often include spouses or close friends, but emphasizes that anyone chosen should be reliable and available 24/7 for an extended period.Eligibility for CAR T therapy involves various health screenings, including heart, lung, and kidney function tests, to ensure a patient's fitness for the treatment. The goal is to minimize risks and optimize outcomes. Lori also discusses the importance of being near the treatment center, typically within one to two hours, particularly during the critical post-infusion period.Side effects like Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS) and ICANS (neurotoxicity) are potential complications, and caregivers play a vital role in recognizing early symptoms, such as fever or cognitive changes. Lori advises patients and caregivers to stay vigilant and report even subtle signs of illness to the medical team. She reassures that the healthcare team is ready to act quickly in the event of complications, underscoring the importance of a collaborative relationship between caregivers, patients, and staff.Lori also addresses secondary concerns, such as financial toxicity, explaining that financial coordinators work with patients to navigate insurance coverage and secure additional assistance if needed. She mentions the psychological strain patients may experience, emphasizing the normality of feeling overwhelmed and the value of a strong support network.As the episode wraps up, Lori shares a heartwarming story of a patient who, after multiple treatments, including a transplant, faced discouraging PET scan results. With the center and Lori's support and encouragement to explore CAR T therapy, the patient proceeded with the treatment and, despite some complications, has celebrated three more Christmases with his grandchildren. This story encapsulates the hope and life-changing potential of CAR T- cell therapy.This season is made possible thanks to our sponsors:Kite, a Gilead company: http://www.kitepharma.com/and Bristol Myers Squibb's CAR T support services program:https://www.celltherapy360.com/ Follow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/Or visit our website at https://www.nbmtlink.org/

November 8, 2024 ~ Lamont Yoder, President of Corewell Health, and Jamie Sedlacek, Vice President of Operations for the Rocket Community Fund, join Guy, Lloyd, and WDIV's Karen Drew at the Parade Company's Pancake Breakfast, presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

Welcome to Med Tech Gurus! Today, we have two exceptional guests who are revolutionizing the field of bariatric surgery. First, we have Dr. Jon L. Schram, Section Chief and Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery at Corewell Health. With a distinguished career, Dr. Schramm has been pivotal in advancing surgical techniques and improving patient outcomes. He is also a lead author on a recent study published in Obesity Surgery, showcasing the clinical benefits of the Titan SGS stapler. Joining him is James Ferguson, President and General Manager, Surgical at Teleflex. James has a robust background in medical device innovation and played a key role in developing and commercializing the Titan SGS stapler. His career spans multiple leadership roles, where he has driven product innovation, market expansion, and operational excellence in the med tech sector. In this episode, we'll dive into the evolution of gastric sleeve surgery, explore how the Titan SGS stapler is setting new standards in bariatric surgery, and discuss the impact of GLP-1 drugs on clinical practices. Get ready for a fascinating conversation filled with cutting-edge insights and practical takeaways from two leaders at the forefront of surgical innovation!

Downtown Detroit apartment landlords hold firm on rents as vacancy rate increases 'Scam enabler' warned to stop illegal robocalls that impersonate banks, utilities and more 9,600 Corewell Health nurses to vote on whether to unionize with Teamsters

In today's news:  Huge turnout in SWM for early in-person voting  WMU Medical School and Corewell Health announce new partnership Fernwood Botanical Garden announces new executive director See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Quality Matters, host Andy Reynolds previews the upcoming Women in Quality panel at NCQA's Health Innovation Summit. He speaks with Vanessa Guzman, CEO of SmartRise Health and Ella Es Health, who will moderate the panel. Vanessa shares her insights on empowering women in quality by cultivating self-awareness, fostering connections and building a culture of quality. She also introduces two thoughtful panelists, Khanh Nguyen, CEO of Cozeva, and Lynn Todman, Vice President of Health Equity at Corewell Health, who bring unique perspectives on resilience, community impact and health equity.The discussion emphasizes the importance of trust, community and personal reflection in leadership, with personal stories from each guest about navigating challenges and creating meaningful change. The episode concludes with practical advice for attendees of the Women in Quality event on November 1, encouraging self-reflection and a focus on personal growth.Key Quote: “The Women in Quality reception will focus on three segments. The first one will focus on cultivating oneself, understanding your purpose, walking your journey. What does that look like? The second segment will be focused on connection and collaboration. How to build meaningful relationships; how to build a trusted network. And then the third will be focused on creating and expanding that culture of quality. What areas of your life and workforce meet your goals and objectives? How are you tracking and measuring those processes?  When you combine those, you're manifesting the goals that you have set.”Vanessa GuzmanTime Stamps:(2:23) Co-creation at the 2024 Health Innovation Summit's Women in Quality event(5:18) Finding growth and impact as a quality professional(9:14) Improving quality, building community(11:55) Building trustLinks:NCQA's Health Innovation SummitConnect with Vanessa GuzmanConnect with Khanh NguyenConnect with Lynn Todman