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Chris Holman welcomes Ann Marie Creed, Newly named president of University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI. Welcome Ann, can you share your career background? We understand you start this new role May 19th? Your roles in healthcare have prepared you well for this new position? What drew you to UMH Sparrow as they underwent their search? Are there any committees or boards you will keep ties with now in this new role? Experienced health care leader Ann Marie Creed named president of University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing LANSING, Mich. – Ann Marie Creed, MHSA, BA, who has extensive experience in health care leadership roles, has been named president of University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing. She will begin her new job on May 19. Creed has been a vice president of Henry Ford Health System in Detroit since 2012, overseeing surgical services, operations and currently as leader of system capacity command and patient logistics. In the latter role, she oversees all admissions, transfers, bed management and much more. She also served as interim president of Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, as vice president of Henry Ford's Wyandotte Hospital and in administrative roles with the Henry Ford Medical Group and the Wayne State Health Physician Group. Creed is also skilled in the integration of health systems and has been working on bringing Ascension hospitals' into the Henry Ford Health system. “We are incredibly pleased to have someone of Ann Marie's stature and experience join our team,” said Margaret Dimond, Ph.D., regional president, University of Michigan Health. “I worked alongside her during my time at Henry Ford Health System and have been so impressed by her knowledge and ability to execute innovative programs and initiatives. She is an exceptional leader with solid operational outcomes and expertise. Ann Marie will be a great addition to our team.” Creed's accomplishments at Henry Ford include overseeing creation of the system's virtual intensive care unit, nursing and sitter programs; consolidation of beds and transfers across the system; serving as operations lead during the pandemic; increasing surgical volume; and improving the nursing turnover rate. Creed succeeds interim president Christopher Palazzolo, who has served in that role since January and came to UM Health-Sparrow Lansing on a temporary basis as we began a nationwide search for a permanent president. Creed was selected by a search committee representing board, physician and nursing leadership and an extensive interview process that included input from team members across the organization. Creed has deep Michigan roots and received her Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from Central Michigan University and her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Wayne State University. She is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE); is board certified as a medical practice executive from the American College of Medical Practice Executives; and is a certified green belt in Lean Six Sigma. She has served on committees of the Henry Ford Medical Group Board of Governors and the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

This episode first aired in February 2025.Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention. Infectious disease specialists from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Visit the our website for the full story.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed a measles outbreak in Montcalm County -- northeast of Grand Rapids. Montcalm County has confirmed three cases in total at this time. WWJ's Tony Ortiz and Tracey McCaskill have top news stories. (Photo: Getty Images)

This episode originally aired in December 2024.IUDs are becoming one of the most popular forms of birth control for all ages. In this episode, we cover a recent Health Lab article Q&A on IUDs with Dr. Monica Rosen of University of Michigan Health. For information about IUDs, visit the Bedsider Birth Control Support Network. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

April 3, 2025 ~ The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website indicates that it will cut about $394 million in health grants to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, but offers no description of those grants or specific reasons for their cancellation. Bridge Michigan reporter Kelly House talks to Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds about how this could impact state disease surveillance, substance use treatment, and mental health care.

Michigan is in the lowest 10 percent nationally when it comes to state psychiatric hospital beds, confirms the state's health department.   Lauren LaPine of the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, Connie O'Malley of the University of Michigan and Republican State Rep. Greg VanWoerkom – chair of the House's Medicaid and Behavioral Health appropriations subcommittee – talk about the impacts of behavioral health management on the state. They contemplate what is the government's role in keeping behavioral health patients out of already busy emergency departments (6:00).  MIRS podcast host Samantha Shriber opens this edition with a quick update on Michigan politics and policy news (1:13). 

In this episode, Dr. Tim Calahan, Chief Technology Officer at University of Michigan Health, discusses his organization's ambitious cloud transformation journey. He shares insights on IT modernization, cloud migration strategies, workforce upskilling, and the future of AI and innovation in healthcare technology.

In this episode, Tim Callahan, Chief Technology Officer at University of Michigan Health, discusses his organization's ambitious cloud transformation journey. He shares insights on IT modernization, cloud migration strategies, workforce upskilling, and the future of AI and innovation in healthcare technology.

In this episode of The Backstory, host Anne Hancock Toomey interviews Dr. David Miller, President of University of Michigan Health and incoming Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs of University of Michigan and CEO of Michigan Medicine . Dr. Miller shares insights from his career as a urologic cancer surgeon and member of the leadership team at a large academic health system. He discusses his Michigan roots, the influence of his parents, and and the surprising role the CEO of Dow had on his journey from practicing medicine to taking on significant administrative roles. The conversation delves into his leadership philosophy, which emphasizes honesty, humility, visibility and enthusiasm. Dr. Miller also talks about balancing his clinical practice with his executive responsibilities. As a physician and executive, he is well-placed to talk about the importance of earning and maintaining trust from colleagues, team members and the public. 2:05 Early Life and Influences 4:46 First Job and Lessons Learned 8:25 College and Medical School Journey 9:31 Choosing Urology and Career Path 13:50 Transition to Administration 17:30 Balancing Clinical Practice and Leadership 19:43 Upcoming Role as CEO 22:36 Addressing Trust in Healthcare 27:19 Family and Personal Life 30:04 Leadership Insights and Advice 34:43 Lightning Round and Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention. Infectious disease specialists from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Visit the our website for the full story.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel look back at some more of their favorite interviews from 2024. Select clips from: Lisa Davis, Director of the Office of Rural Health, for the state of Pennsylvania John Supplitt, rural health advocate, and former Senior Director of Rural Health Services at the American Hospital Association Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association Terry Scoggin, Chief Executive Officer at Titus Regional Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, Texas Jennifer Mewes, RN, OB Leader at Iowa Specialty Hospital Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/ Audio Engineering & Original Music by Kenji Ulmer https://www.kenjiulmer.com/

IUDs are becoming one of the most popular forms of birth control for all ages. In this episode, we cover a recent Health Lab article Q&A on IUDs with Dr. Monica Rosen of University of Michigan Health. For information about IUDs, visit the Bedsider Birth Control Support Network. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript.For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Originally uploaded June 11th video glitch fixed November 29. Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI. The latest Economic Impact of Healthcare in Michigan report was released last week. What is that report and what is it showing? What is the important relationship between healthcare and our state's economy? What types of businesses are hospitals looking towards to provide staffing and workforce solutions? The MHA is about to conclude your program year. Was it successful and what areas did your association focus on? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker's Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, discusses the evolving challenges and opportunities in healthcare. He covers topics such as cybersecurity, the role of AI, workforce issues, and the importance of community partnerships to address health equity.In collaboration with R1.

Join us on Healthcare Upside/Down as industry experts Kira M. Carter-Robertson and Malita Scott discuss the strategic value of provider enterprises in healthcare. Learn about growth opportunities, partnerships, and achieving optimal size and scale with insights from University of Michigan Health and ECG Management Consultants.This episode is sponsored by ECG Management Consultants.

December 4, 2024 ~ Nursing staffing ratio bills making their way through the state legislature could lead to a reduction of more than 5,000 hospital beds in Michigan. Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie talk with Michigan Health and Hospital Association executive vice president Laura Appel about why the one-size-fits-all proposal would hurt patient care.

November 26, 2024 ~ Brian Peters CEO of Michigan Health and Hospital Association discusses a number of bills in the state legislature that could cost Michigan thousands of hospital beds.

This episode of the MiCare Champion Cast explores why casting a vote in the 2024 General Election matters to the future of healthcare in Michigan, what health policy issues are top of mind for the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) and what role the association plays when it comes to advocating for healthcare and Michigan hospitals. To learn more about candidates, you can download the free Gongwer app available on both iOS and Android devices by searching ‘Michigan Elections' in the app store. To see the MHA's Race of the Week series, visit MHA.org. More information, key dates and Michigan voting FAQs can be found at Michigan.gov/vote.

Dr. Michael Weinstein interviews Dr. Eric Shah, director of the Michigan Medicine GI Physiology Laboratories about a study showing that despite a federal law that says bowel preparations needed for colonoscopy should be covered by insurance, many patients are still paying out of pocket. The study, from the University of Michigan Health, analyzed nearly 2.6 million insurance claims from both commercial insurance plans and Medicare Part D, and looked at how many patients paid for bowel prep medications needed for colonoscopy. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires that certain preventative services, including colorectal cancer screening, must be covered by insurance plans without cost-sharing for patients. Unfortunately, prescription bowel prep for screening colonoscopy is still subject to cost sharing for most patients, running contrary to the ACA's mandate. When considering that nearly half of patients are cost-shifted toward the use of non-FDA approved over-the-counter regimens, the data suggest that only 17 percent of patients pay zero for their bowel preparation for screening colonoscopy. Of the prescription claims analyzed, only 36 percent had no out-of-pocket costs. Additionally, high-volume preps were more likely to be free compared to new, low-volume or tablet preparations. However, when patients did pay, high-volume preps cost a median of $10, while low-volume preps cost $60. For Medicare Part D, only 25 percent of high-volume preps were free, compared to 10 percent for low-volume preps. Join Dr. Weinstein and Dr. Eric Shah as they discuss how these co-pays for bowel prep can impact patients and what private practice gastroenterologists can do to educate their communities and to engage in advocacy so that co-pays do not present a barrier to colorectal cancer screening. Produced by Andrew Sousa and Hayden Margolis for Steadfast Collaborative, LLC Mixed and mastered by Hayden Margolis Gastro Broadcast, Episode 63

What happens when you combine the insights of a seasoned healthcare executive with pressing issues in U.S. healthcare policy? Join us as Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Hospital Association, breaks down the complexities of the Affordable Care Act, the impact of Medicaid provider taxes, and the evolving landscape of healthcare as we approach a crucial election season. Discover how Michigan's innovative policies, like allowing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to work independently, are transforming access to care, particularly in rural areas.Curious about the future of telemedicine and hospital-at-home programs post-COVID? We explore their rapid expansion and the critical public policies needed to support them. Brian shines a light on the importance of adequate reimbursement and the necessity of widespread broadband access to make telehealth viable. We also delve into the often-overlooked role of grassroots advocacy, highlighting tools like the Michigan Health and Hospital Association's MyCareChampion page to keep you informed and engaged in healthcare priorities.Dive into a discussion on Medicare and private insurance, where we tackle the growing influence of Medicare Advantage plans and the need for policies that prioritize patient care. Brian shares his thoughts on the effectiveness of the Medicare Part D program and the vital 340B prescription drug program. We wrap up with a look at recent policy changes, including capping insulin prices and allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, emphasizing the importance of accessible, high-quality healthcare for all. Don't miss this episode packed with actionable insights and policy analysis from one of healthcare's leading voices.Support the Show.Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

Hospitals all over Michigan benefit from the leadership and resources provided by the Michigan Hospital Association. With a trustworthy and informed team of healthcare leaders at the helm, this association is a strong advocate and ally for rural hospitals like Hillsdale. On this week's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel speak with Brian Peters, CEO of Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/ Audio Engineering & Original Music by Kenji Ulmer https://www.kenjiulmer.com/

The final state budget for fiscal year 2025 was recently passed, and it has a significant impact on healthcare in Michigan. That's why healthcare advocacy in the budgeting process is a vital part of ensuring the best possible outcome for patients, providers and administration. On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Laura Appel, executive vice president of government relations and public policy at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Follow Michigan Health & Hospital Association! https://x.com/MIHospitalAssoc https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/  https://www.instagram.com/mihospitalassoc/  Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod/  https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ/  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach/ Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media!  https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/  https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/  https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Audio Engineering & Original Music by Kenji Ulmer  https://www.kenjiulmer.com/ 

For the next few episodes, we'll be bringing you conversations from the Mackinac Policy Conference. This year, the conference is focusing on “Bridging the Future Together”, which will invite dialogue among speakers and attendees on ways leaders will inspire radical collaboration across divides. With focus on the greatest issues and opportunities in Michigan, the concept of “Bridging the Future Together” will cover key themes critical to Michigan's future including attracting businesses and jobs, improving education outcomes to ensure workforce readiness, strengthening infrastructure, and leading with innovation and equity. We thought it'd be a great opportunity to talk to attendees about how “Bridging the Future Together” will benefit the state of Michigan within their sectors. We hope you enjoy these bonus episodes.On part 1 of this series, we'll be focusing on value partnerships between BCBSM and provider partners.Guests:Dan Loepp - President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Amy Loepp - Co-Founder, Impact100 Oakland CountyBob Riney - President & CEO of Henry Ford HealthRob Casalou - President & CEO of Trinity HealthDavid Miller - President of U-M HealthRuthanne Sudderth - Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of the Michigan Health and Hospital Association

Join our host Ed Clemente for a special Michigan Opportunity Podcast live from Mackinac Policy Conference, hosted by the Detroit Regional Chamber. Hear from very interesting guests including Hilary Doe of MEDC; Ruthanne (Ruthie) Sudderth of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association; Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer; Ferris State University President Bill Pink; Grand Hotel President David Jurcak; Lawrence Technological University President Tarek Sobh; Claude Molinari & Christopher Moyer of Visit Detroit; Naheed Huq of SEMCOG & Khalil Rahal of DTE Energy.

Aaron Ferguson, Manager of the Climate and Tracking Unit in the Division of Environmental Health at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, tells us what Michigan leadership learned when they dealt with unprecedented air quality in the state; Karla Granado, Senior Operations Manager with the Travis County Hospital District and a DELPH Scholar, says Community Health Workers need to be empowered to advance health equity; ASTHO has a webinar focused on communicating about disease forecasting; and the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention is now available. Michigan Health and Human Services Webpage: Your Health and Wildfire Smoke ASTHO Blog Article: Empowering Community Health Workers to Advance Health Equity ASTHO Webinar: Disease Forecasting Learning Series U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Webpage: 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention  

Originally uploaded March 25th Re-edited April 8th Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI There was a recent cyberattack to Change Healthcare last month. Can you summarize what happened and how it has impacted Michigan hospitals and health systems? Why are healthcare organizations targeted so much by cybercriminals? How is the MHA involved in assisting hospitals with cybersecurity? What can businesses and individuals do to avoid cyberattacks? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

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Good morning from Pharma and Biotech Daily: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in Pharma and Biotech world.Biotech veteran Art Krieg has postponed his retirement to start a new drug startup called Zola Therapeutics, focusing on cancer immunotherapies without outside investors. Stoke's shares surged on updated results for their drug for Dravet syndrome, a form of genetic epilepsy. Moderna received backing from Blackstone for flu vaccine research and development. Armon Sharei, founder of the now-liquidated SQZ Biotechnologies, is starting over in biotech with a focus on cell therapies. The newsletter Gene Therapy Weekly provides insights into the latest news and trends in the biopharma industry, covering topics such as clinical trials, FDA approvals, gene therapy, and more. Industry Dive's Biopharma Dive publication offers in-depth journalism and analysis for decision makers in the biotech and pharma sectors.CVS has entered the biosimilar drug market with a new venture, as more than three dozen biosimilars have been approved in the U.S. However, their impact has been limited by patent thickets and insurance contracting that favors brand-name drugs. Despite this, there are signs that biosimilars are gaining momentum. Other stories in the biosimilars market include biosimilar makers adopting different strategies to compete with top-selling drugs like Humira, and Sandoz spinning out of Novartis to become a standalone generic drugmaker. This trendline provides insights into the state of the biosimilars market and is independently produced by journalists. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested in reaching biopharma industry executives. Biopharma Dive is a product of Industry Dive, Inc. located in Washington, DC.Walgreens has experienced a $6 billion loss due to the depreciation of the value of VillageMD, resulting in the closure of 140 VillageMD locations. CMS has implemented new regulations to streamline Medicaid and CHIP enrollment processes. UCI Health has completed a $975 million purchase of four Tenet hospitals, while Ascension is divesting three hospitals in northern Michigan. Additionally, over 2,000 nurses are planning to strike in Santa Clara County. Healthcare organizations are facing challenges related to staffing shortages, and technology is being recommended as a solution. UnitedHealth is offering loans to providers affected by cyber attacks, and efforts are being made to keep 'site neutral' policies alive. University of Michigan Health workers have unionized. Healthcare Dive provides insights on various topics including health IT, policy and regulation, insurance, digital health, and value-based care.

March 29, 2024 ~ The University of Michigan Health system is purchasing the vacant land left by the former Kmart headquarters in Troy, and will be expanding the footprint into Oakland County. Michigan Medicine Chief Strategy Officer Keith Dickey talks with Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie about the plans for the facility.

Originally uploaded Feb 23rd, re-edited March 13th. Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI. The governor provided her executive budget recommendation several weeks ago. What are some of the highlights of her proposal for your association? Addressing our state's workforce challenges is an issue for all Michigan business owners. How would tuition-free community college pathways for Michiganders benefit hospitals? The state budget always includes annual funding pools for hospitals. Why are these important and how do they benefit the state? What can we expect moving forward with the state budget? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this episode of Rural Health Leadership Radio, Karen Cheeseman, CEO of Mackinac Straits Health System in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, shares her journey from an HR role to leading a hospital system. In our discussion with Karen, she highlights collaborative relationships in the communities Mackinac Straights Health System serves including how they integrate tribal medicine into a small hospital. Karen shares the story of a newly built facility thanks to innovative ideas and a land donation by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.  “We're addressing the care needs in a very comprehensive way in the community, including tribal medicine”  -Karen Cheeseman Karen has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mackinac Straits Health System since 2017.  Previously, Karen worked for the health system for many years and held various leadership roles including the Chief Operating Officer and the Chief Human Resource Officer.  Karen holds a master's degree in Organizational Management from Spring Arbor University and a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management from Michigan State University.  Karen currently serves on the Michigan Health and Hospital Association Board of Directors.  She has served as the Upper Peninsula Hospital Council Chair, the Small and Rural Health Council, and the Legislative Policy Panel for MHA.  Karen is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

According to Decision magazine, Valerie Kloosterman's employer, University of Michigan Health, required her to take a diversity survey. Due to her faith, Valerie said, “No,” when asked if she'd be willing to refer patients for gender surgery.   This led to several heated meetings, ultimately resulting in Valerie being fired. She is now being represented by ... The post Persecutions Make Us Strong appeared first on Unconventional Business Network.

Jan. 25, 2024 ~ Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie from Lansing to talk about Governor Whitmer's State of the State address, the state of the healthcare workforce, drug affordability, and more!

Chris Holman welcomes Sarah Scranton, Executive Director of MHA Keystone Center, Howell, MI. MHA Keystone Center Overview As the quality and safety arm of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA), the MHA Keystone Center serves a critical role in advancing the health of individuals and communities. For the past two decades, the organization has worked alongside healthcare leaders, patient caregivers and safety, quality and risk practitioners to create life-saving programming and processes for the most pressing healthcare delivery challenges. Questions 1. Can you describe how the MHA Keystone Center works alongside hospitals for our audience members that aren't familiar with the association and how it supports the healthcare community? 2. Can you provide us with a high-level overview of a few areas your team is prioritizing with healthcare leaders? 3. Why is your work so important, both for patients and the business community? 4. The MHA Keystone Center has been a catalyst for collaboration amongst healthcare leaders and workers for the past twenty years – how do you plan to bring additional voices to the table over the next twenty? 5. How can business leaders support the work the MHA Keystone Center is doing? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI. Can you recap the 2023 legislative session for us and the important healthcare issues they addressed? Why should the average business owner care that protections found in the Affordable Care Act are now in Michigan law? Why was it important for the governor to sign increased penalties for acts of violence committed against healthcare workers? What ended up happening this year with the proposed bills mandating nurse to patient staffing ratios in all Michigan hospitals? What can we expect looking ahead into 2024? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNX… » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Helen Johnson, Regional Chief Operating Officer at University of Michigan Health joins the podcast to discuss her background, top priorities right now, how her organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that she or her team has made that yielded great results.

Helen Johnson, Regional Chief Operating Officer at University of Michigan Health joins the podcast to discuss her background, top priorities right now, how her organization will evolve over the next couple years, and one change that she or her team has made that yielded great results.

Paul Entler, Regional Chief Medical Officer at University of Michigan Health joins the podcast to discuss his background, most successful project or initiative from the last year, how he sees the clinical workforce evolving, best advice for aspiring physician and nurse leaders, and more!

Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI. For their discussion, Chris wanted to find out several things from Brian: There was big news last week with an announced joint venture between Henry Ford and Ascension. It seems like hospitals have been in the news a lot in recent years related to hospitals consolidating into larger systems. What is driving these activities? How does hospital and health system consolidation impact access to care, particularly for rural Michigan? What are the benefits of hospital mergers and acquisitions? Do they lead to increased healthcare costs? Do you anticipate we will continue to see more activity like this in the near future? Anything else on this topic or coming up for the MHA that you'd like to share?

With Dr. Kim Eagle, a cardiologist from the University of Michigan and the Director of the Frankel Cardiovascular Center.   Did you know that October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month? What is a sudden cardiac arrest and how does it differ from a heart attack? Although the two are thought to be similar, they are actually quite different. A heart attack occurs when there is an insufficient flow of blood to the heart. This is typically caused by a circulatory problem such as a blockage or an Aneurysm. But a sudden cardiac arrest results from “an electrical failure” where the heart malfunctions due to an irregular rhythm and suddenly stops beating. While a heart attack may be preceded by a history of warning symptoms, such as fatigue or shortness of breath, a sudden cardiac arrest or SCA usually occurs without warning, and in 95% of the cases, it will be fatal. Although an unexpected blow to the chest, such as the one suffered by the Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin, could disrupt the heart's electrical rhythm, an acute onset of emotional distress or anxiety could also trigger life-threatening arrhythmias. The signs of sudden cardiac arrest are a sudden collapse and the loss of consciousness. If a person has stopped breathing after collapsing, it is likely they're experiencing an SCA. It is critical to act immediately by calling 911 and promptly administering CPR. The likelihood of survival may increase if you have access to a portable defibrillator, more commonly known as an AED. These devices are frequently found in public places such as sports stadiums and come equipped with voice-guided instructions for use by untrained individuals. Prior to her death in October of 2023, Florine recorded an interview with Dr. Kim Eagle, a renowned cardiologist from the University of Michigan and the Director of the Frankel Cardiovascular Center. If you want to learn more about the signs and symptoms of heart disease and the simple lifestyle changes that could lessen your risk of a heart attack, please listen to Florine's interview with Dr. Eagle.   Please note: This episode was previously recorded prior to Florine's death in October of 2023.   What You'll Hear in This Episode: How does heart disease impact other health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity? What type of screening occurs for cardiac health? The importance of getting an annual physical. How does the lack of resources affect those who get treated for cardiovascular disease? What are four simple things we can do to improve our heart health today? What foods should we avoid for heart disease, and which should we try to eat more of? What about coffee or alcohol? How regular exercise helps to extend our life span. How Dr. Kim gets in his 10,000+ steps a day.   Today's Takeaway: I want to thank Dr. Kim Eagle for being my guest today. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every 36 seconds, someone in the U.S. dies from cardiovascular disease. On an annual basis, every one in four deaths in the U.S. are caused by heart disease. Since 2014, the financial toll in the U.S. from heart-related deaths including medical services, prescription drugs, and loss of productivity due to death exceeds $219 billion per year. That's $219 billion and this year's numbers might well exceed that figure due to the complications of COVID-19! Something's got to change. If you want to ensure that you and your loved ones don't become part of these statistics, Dr. Eagle has given us four simple changes that you can implement today. If you just follow his suggestions, you can lessen your risk of developing heart disease. I'm Florine Mark, and that's “Today's Takeaway.”   Quotes: When we talk to patients about trying to understand their risk and prevent future events, the first thing is to start with understanding their numbers, and that requires them to work with a doctor.” — Dr. Eagle [4:52] “It's very important to have an annual physical.” — Dr. Eagle [6:05] “Cardiovascular disease and resources matter.” — Dr. Eagle [6:35] “When there is a disparity of socio-economic status, this can then lead to a lack of access to medical care, preventive therapies, and so forth.” — Dr. Eagle [7:51] “If you look at your plate, you want your plate to be rich in color, full of fruits and fresh vegetables.” — Dr. Eagle [12:07] “A Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits and vegetables, where the protein is a healthy protein.” — Dr. Eagle [13:11] “Any movement at all is incredibly healthy for cardiovascular health, and also mental health.” — Dr. Eagle [16:37]   Brought to You By: Gardner White Furniture   Mentioned in This Episode: Dr. Kim Eagle Frankel Cardiovascular Center, University of Michigan Health  

Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI Brian, MHA shared a press release a couple of weeks ago regarding state-mandated staffing rations, Tell us where this issue stands? Go deeper, Why does MHA believe the bills will negatively impact business owners and the general public? What brought it about? Was it an idea floated to deal with talent, or something else? MHA Issues Statement On Important Auto No-Fault Legislation - tell us more? That pair of bills aren't the only ones you are following in Lansing, what are some others we should be aware of? Up to speed: 82% of Michigan Voters Oppose Mandated Hospital Nurse Staffing Ratios LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) released data today illustrating strong public opposition to legislation proposing one-size-fits-all state-mandated hospital nurse-to-patient staffing ratios and hospital survey data on the severe impact of the legislation on access to care for Michiganders. A survey of 600 Michigan voters conducted by EPIC-MRA in August shows 82% of Michigan voters do not believe the government should mandate one-size-fits-all nurse-to-patient staffing ratios in every hospital, which is currently proposed in Senate Bills 334 – 336 and House Bills 4550 – 4552. If the bills were to become law, 83% of Michigan voters would be concerned about their ability to receive care, or the wait times, in a Michigan hospital emergency room. BRIAN PETERS“These survey results are abundantly clear; Michigan voters have no appetite to remove hospital staffing decisions from clinical nursing leaders to implement an arbitrary one-size-fits-all mandate by politicians,” said MHA CEO Brian Peters (left). “Such a decision would be harmful to patients and have dire consequences for healthcare throughout the state. Our hospitals and health systems are focused on proven solutions to address staffing shortages that address the talent pipeline and retain existing nurses.” The MHA also released the results from a survey of 109 Michigan hospitals conducted in July and August on the potential impact of the proposed legislation. Implementing staffing rations will either require hiring 12,954 registered nurses or the state risks closing up to 5,074 hospital beds to comply. These results follow a survey of 95% of the MHA membership in March 2023 which found Michigan hospitals had 8,438 immediate openings for nurses amid a nationwide nursing shortage. The loss in hospital bed capacity is roughly equivalent to Michigan closing its six largest hospitals determined by licensed hospital beds. “The significant and devasting impacts these bills can have on patient care and patient access make these the top concern for hospitals and health systems throughout our state,” said Shannon Striebich, MHA Board Chair and Ministry President and Senior Vice President of Operations at Trinity Health Michigan. “We value our nurses and are working diligently to offer recruitment and retention options that do not come at the expense of access to care for Michiganders.” Hospital staffing decisions and nurse-to-patient ratios are currently made by nursing leaders in each individual hospital based on years of clinical experience and a complex set of variables. These decisions weigh a multitude of factors which vary from each hospital and community and can include the number of patients in a hospital unit, how sick each patient is, the training and experience level of nurses and other members of the care delivery team, available technology and existing hospital data and metrics.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomed back Laurie Baumer Capital Region Community Foundation, President & CEO, Lansing, MI. Play Michigan! All-Inclusive Playground is Open Welcome back Laurie, could you please remind the Michigan business community on what it took to get to last Friday's ribbon cutting? Dig a little deeper when we describe Play Michigan as an All-Inclusive Playground, what does that really mean for visitors? $3.2 million, that doesn't happen alone, who were instrumental in making that unique park for the to the region? You helped us understand its qualities and features. Where else in Michigan would someone have to go for these, or is this the only one? 500 W. Grand Avenue on the downtown Lansing riverfront. First, give listeners who are only slightly familiar with the capital city an idea where that is, and was the riverfront selected to tie in with other placemaking efforts for the area? Will this be a seasonal Spring to Autum location or be used year around? LANSING, MICH. —Play Michigan!, the region's first universally-accessible playground, is open after a ribbon cutting Friday, September 15. Play Michigan! is designed to meet the needs of children with physical, sensory, and developmental disabilities. The playground features wheelchair-accessible play equipment, specialty swings and ramps, sensory play areas, and other inclusive features, ensuring that children of all abilities can play side by side. The 10,000-square-foot playground is part of a 66,000-square-foot park, located at 500 W. Grand Avenue on the downtown Lansing riverfront. The park also includes a picnic deck, pavilion, and dedicated barrier-free parking. In addition, a wide boardwalk and dock allow every child to experience the waterfront. Feedback from the Autism community prompted the Foundation to add safety features to help prevent children from running to the water. "As parents of children with disabilities, it can be so disheartening and such a struggle to find access to places and events that others attend without issue,” said parents Julia and Marlon Olivas. “We are so excited and grateful for such a beautiful, sensory-friendly playground that is so well thought out to consider the needs of all community members and be accommodating and inclusive to everyone regardless of ability, so kids like ours can have fun and enjoy themselves without barriers." This innovative playground-park, designed to promote inclusivity and the well-being of children of all abilities, has become a reality thanks to generous sponsors and gifts from community supporters, all matched dollar-for-dollar by the Community Foundation. Major funders include AF Group, CASE Credit Union, University of Michigan Health, Mary Free Bed, Peckham, John and Jewel Bos, Eileen and Jerry Fhaner, and Linda and Joel Zylstra. Linda Zylstra initiated the concept as part of the Community Foundation's vision for developing the downtown Lansing riverfront. "After overcoming pandemic-related delays and permitting challenges, we are delighted to unveil Play Michigan! to the public," said Laurie Strauss Baumer, president & CEO of the Community Foundation. "The original estimate of $1.6 million doubled over time to $3.2 million, but the Foundation was wholly committed to this project so that every child, regardless of ability, has the opportunity to play in an inclusive environment. While the Foundation led the project and contributed most of the cost, we couldn't have done it without our sponsors, donors, and partners – the City of Lansing, Wieland, Viridis Architects, Sinclair Recreation, and Disability Network." The Community Foundation is passionate about creating vibrant, thriving communities throughout Michigan's capital region. The Foundation serves donors to meet their unique charitable goals, supports area nonprofits with grants and coaching, and leads innovative projects that drive community growth.

Today's healthcare industry is facing a staffing crisis that impacts healthcare providers, hospitals and systems of all sizes, including rural. So, how can healthcare careers be promoted to build and expand the talent pipeline for our industry? On today's episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Brian Peters, president and CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA), about healthcare's staffing  challenges today and how MHA is working to combat them in Michigan. Follow Rural Health Rising on Twitter!  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthpod/  https://twitter.com/hillsdaleCEOJJ/  https://twitter.com/ruralhealthrach/ Follow the Michigan Health & Hospital Association on social media and online! https://www.mha.org/ https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals/ https://twitter.com/MIHospitalAssoc/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/ https://www.instagram.com/mihospitalassoc/ Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media!  https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/  https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/  https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Audio Engineering & Original Music by Kenji Ulmer  https://www.kenjiulmer.com/ 

Our hosts are joined in-person by three oral and poster presenters at the 2023 APIC Annual Conference in Orlando! You'll hear about insights from a new IP director, hand hygiene compliance technology, and Candida auris. Check out more information about each oral or poster presentation in our Further Resources section. Hosted by: Lerenza Howard, MHA, CIC, LSSGB and Kelly Holmes, MS, CIC About our Guests: Benjamin Galvan, MLS (ASCP), CIC, CPH Benjamin D. Galvan is a board-certified infection prevention director in Tampa, FL and a consulting infection prevention subject matter expert with APIC Consulting Services. Since 2018, Benjamin has demonstrated a passion for infection prevention and patient safety by leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration and performance improvement methodologies to improve health outcomes. In June 2021, Benjamin was awarded the inaugural Emerging Leader in Infection Prevention award by the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) and was selected as a rising star in healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review in 2022. In 2015, Benjamin attained his bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center and is presently pursuing a master's degree in Public Health at the University of South Florida. Emily Gaddam, BSN, RN, CIC Emily Gaddam is a Nurse Epidemiologist, Infection Prevention Consultant, and Health Delivery Scientist dedicated to quality and patient safety. She plays an active role in Greater Los Angeles APIC chapter as the Communication Chair, webmaster, and legislative committee member. Emily's achievements include earning a prestigious blue ribbon at the National APIC conference for her pioneering efforts in C. auris prevention, publishing a recent stem cell investigation in Transfusion, and demonstrating unwavering commitment to preventing central line infection at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the nation's premiere heart transplant center. Marissa Yee, MPH, CIC Marissa Yee, MPH, CIC, is an infection preventionist at the University of Michigan Health. She began her infection prevention career in 2016 at U-M Health as the data coordinator for the institution's hand hygiene program before taking on infection prevention analyst responsibilities and, in 2019, becoming an infection preventionist. Marissa covers inpatient adult and pediatric units along with several ambulatory health centers and specialty clinics. She works closely with the outpatient pediatric and adult dialysis units to identify opportunities for reducing bloodstream infections and vascular access infections. She leads Ambulatory Care Infection Prevention meetings and actively participates on the Ambulatory Care Regulatory Readiness Advisory Council. Harry Zhen, MPH, CIC Harry Zhen, MPH, CIC, is an infection preventionist at the University of Michigan Health. He began his career in infection prevention in 2019 as an analyst and data coordinator for the institution's hand hygiene program before transitioning to the role of infection preventionist in 2020. His current areas of focus include the adult pulmonary moderate and intensive care unit, pediatric surgery and operating rooms, interventional radiology, and respiratory care. He is the Infection Prevention lead for the Mold Surveillance and Response Program at the University of Michigan Health, and is also the co-lead of the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Surgical Site Infection Prevention Workgroup at the University of Michigan Health. Further Resources: 2024 Call for Speakers Benjamin Galvin Poster Presentation: A 90-Day Success Story: Insights from a New Infection Prevention Director with Multicenter Oversight Emily Gaddam Oral Presentation: Candida Auris: A Team-based Approach to Taming the Wild Yeast Harry Zhen and Marissa Yee Oral Presentation: Data Rather Than Germs on Your Fingertips: Leveraging Business Intelligence to Improve and Sustain Hand Hygiene Compliance 2023 International Infection Prevention Week

The sleep economy is booming – from hi-tech sleep trackers to apps and cooling mattresses – and its worth is estimated at hundreds of billions of US dollars every year. So why do some of us still have trouble dropping off? Part of the explanation may lie in our sex, as some studies suggest that women are 40 per cent more likely to experience sleep disruption than men. And throughout a woman's life, puberty, pregnancy, menopause and caring responsibilities may all have an effect on the amount of good quality sleep available to women. Kim Chakanetsa is joined by psychologist Dr Christine Blume from the Centre for Chronobiology at the University of Basel in Switzerland. Since April 2022 she has been involved in a four-year project to study the effects of natural daylight and exercise on our circadian rhythms. Dr Anita Shelgikar is clinical professor of neurology and programme director for the Sleep Medicine Fellowship at the University of Michigan in the United States. She researches a condition called obstructive sleep apnea, where a person's airway narrows during sleep and can cause them to wake repeatedly. This can affect pregnant women in particular. Produced by Fiona Clampin (Image: (L) Dr Christine Blume, courtesy of Michael Brauer. (R) Dr Anita Shelgikar, courtesy of University of Michigan Health.)

This episode features Luanne Thomas Ewald, President & Chief Operating Officer at University of Michigan Health's CS Mott Children's Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital. Here, she joins the podcast to discuss her background, how she is supporting her clinical staff, how she anticipates her role evolving, what she is currently most excited about, and more.

Nearly 40% of the nurses in Michigan plan to leave their jobs in the next year, according to one survey. If that happens, an already brewing shortage will boil over. But what is behind the shortage? And are their any solutions? University of Michigan School of Nursing Professor Christopher Friese, State Senator Ed McBroom (R-Waucedah), Michigan Health & Hospital Association CEO Brian Peters, and Michigan Nurses Association board member, Jessica Lannon join Stephen to provide insight into the challenges facing the nurses, the reasons behind staffing shortages, and potential solutions to the issue.

This live episode from the Becker's Hospital Review 13th Annual Meeting in Chicago features Luanne Thomas Ewald, President and Chief Operating Officer at University of Michigan Health CS Mott Children's Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital. Here, she discusses what she's spending most of her time on, the consistent issues surrounding staffing, and more.

If you love your job, you won't work a day in your life. We've all heard that quote before, but sometimes work is work and your co-workers and your supervisor make (or break) the environment. Tina describes what she desired in a leader and how she worked hard to embody that for her team. 18 years later, it is safe to say Tina loves her job.In this episode, Dr. Burriesci chats with Dr. Fields, the physical therapy supervisor and residency director of the University of Michigan Health. They burrow in deep on leadership ideals and what that looks like on the “Cards” team. They discuss how Tina has helped foster great culture in the PT department and across the hospital system. She describes acknowledging the “small things,” while also always having her therapist's back and empowering the strengths and knowledge of her staff. The goal is to provide great care and make an impact on patients' lives, while also being safe in a very medically complex environment. The only way to do that is by practicing at the top of your license. She states, “You can be the Ferarri or you can be the Pinto….”They dance through ideals, discuss specifics on competencies, spend time discussing the complexities of specific patient populations and they round out the episode by talking about what the University of Michigan's Cardiovascular and Pulmonary residency program looks like, including application timing, salary, and the opportunities available in the residency.In This Episode:How to foster a great culture in a physical therapy departmentIdeals of leadershipThe importance of practicing at the top of your licenseThe extensive nature of competencies in a complex hospital environmentImportant considerations for your LVAD (left ventricular assist device) patientThe discontinuation of the Syncardia Total Artificial HeartUniversity of Michigan's Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Residency programEnjoyed this episode? Find Rachele at:Podcast: Talking All Things CardiopulmIG: @all_things_cardiopulm
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