Articles & Education
Get Moving Now (So You Can Keep Moving Later)
By Dr. Ed Kornoelje | Sports Medicine April 30, 2023. SHE RUNS Grand Rapids. Not exactly around corner—or is it? Mosthalf-marathon training programs are 10-14 weeks in length, some 16-18, and even...
The Heart of Cardiovascular Expertise – Right Here in West Michigan
For every cardiac condition, University of Michigan Health-West has the capabilities and expertise you need. Nationally recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, UM Health-West has earned...
Comfort in Knowing You’re Covered
While you may not need it now, it’s good to know that world class medical care is just a click or call away. University of Michigan Health-West proudly offers convenient walk-ins and same-day...
Stroke Awareness Month: A reminder of race and ethnicity risk factors
At first glance, stroke statistics offer some encouragement. Although this is still a leading cause of death and disability, fewer older Americans are having strokes, and death rates overall are...
Employee Spotlight: Joel
As a University of Michigan Health-West (UM Health-West) patient, Joel was so impressed by the friendliness of the UM Health-West staff, that he decided to join the team. Joel is now a Maintenance...
Race Week Do’s and Don’ts
You have made it to the final week (or two) of training—great job! What should you be doing and NOT doing as the race gets closer? Here are a few thoughts from someone who has taken care of...
Training Tips – She Runs Grand Rapids
Dr. Elizabeth Albright, Sports Medicine & Family Practice provider at University of Michigan Health-West, shares a few top tips to keep in mind while you’re training for She Runs.
Employee Spotlight: Kari
Some people are born to be a nurse, for others it is a calling realized later in life. For registered ICU Nurse Kari, it’s a little bit of both. Her mother was a University of Michigan Health-West...
Three reasons colorectal cancer screening is more important than ever
The pandemic disrupted many routines, including life-saving screenings for colorectal cancer (CRC) – the second leading cause of death from cancers that affect both men and women. See how the...