Patient Newsletter
Saving a Leg, Saving a Life
It is the last appointment after eight weeks of outpatient treatment at the Metro Health Wound Healing Center and Jim* and Connie* want to say thanks to the nurses and doctors who saved Jim’s right...
Halting Holiday Hypertension
We are now well into the hectic holiday season. Our calendars are filled with parties, decorations are hung, shopping is in full swing and your patience may already be wearing thin.
Keith, Cardiovascular Rehab Patient
“On March 11, I was pheasant hunting near Hudsonville, and I had a heart attack.” Keith recalls. Keith and his wife Beth had been long time patients of a local hospital, so when Beth got the call...
Jon, Assisted Breathing Center Patient
A relentless will to participate in life It is a few days before Jon will celebrate his 54th birthday, much as he has marked other milestones and holidays for the past 20 years: in his room in the...
Effects of Sleep Disorders
Sleep disorders can raise your chances of experiencing high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke and obesity. Sleep deprivation also can: Decrease performance and alertness Decrease memory and...
Knee Replacement: Frequently Asked Questions
Learn the difference between partial and full knee replacements, what to expect in recovery time, and more. TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT What is arthritis and why does my knee hurt?The knee joint has a...
Total Hip Replacement: Frequently Asked Questions
Hip replacement surgery is one of the most important surgical advances of this century and has a very high success rate. Here are answers to questions you may have. What is arthritis and why...
Stroke Risk Factors & Prevention
Stroke can happen to anyone, however, certain risk factors can increase the chances of a stroke. In fact, studies show that up to 80 percent of all strokes can be prevented by working with a health...
Steps to Reduce Your Risk of Infection
Metro Health takes every step to make sure that you’re safe while being cared for, but we advise you take an active role in your care by taking these steps to reduce your risk of a hospital...
Diabetic Preparation for an Endoscopy
If you, or a member of your family, has diabetes, please remember to follow the provided preparation protocol before an endoscopy. If you have questions, please call your primary care doctor....