Press Releases

Joint statement from West Michigan healthcare organizations following Michigan Pain Consultants closure announcement

The Kent County Health Department, Corewell Health, Trinity Health Michigan, University of Michigan Health-West, Cherry Health and Catherine’s Health Center are working together to support patients affected by the recent closure announcement of... Read story

UM Health-West announces John Hendrickson, Bruce Courtade as new chair, vice chair of hospital board of directors

University of Michigan Health-West announced the election of John Hendrickson as chair of the hospital’s board of directors and Bruce Courtade as vice chair. Hendrickson is founder of C&H Solutions LLC and former chairman, president and CEO of... Read story

Cardiovascular Network of West Michigan marks new milestone with first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedures

The Cardiovascular Network of West Michigan marked the successful completion of the first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedures at University of Michigan Health-West as it expands services to meet the needs of patients in the... Read story

UM Health-West earns Human Rights Campaign’s ‘LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer’ designation

University of Michigan Health-West announced its “LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The designation was awarded in the 16th iteration of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index... Read story

UM Health-West celebrates opening of new $10.4 million Wayland Health Center

University of Michigan Health-West marked the grand opening of its new Wayland Health Center Tuesday with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting. The event, attended by community leaders and health system representatives, highlighted the expansion and enhanced... Read story

Cardiovascular Network of West Michigan celebrates 200th heart surgery milestone

The Cardiovascular Network of West Michigan reached a significant milestone, successfully completing its 200th open-heart surgery procedure at University of Michigan Health-West. This achievement was marked April 4, 2024 by Dr. Alphonse DeLucia III... Read story

U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten visit highlights AI breakthroughs in breast cancer care at UM Health-West

U.S. Representative Hillary Scholten visited University of Michigan Health-West on March 14 to learn how artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Scholten toured the Chris & Joan Panopoulos Imaging Center... Read story

Dr. Clifford Cho appointed as Chief Medical Officer of University of Michigan Health-West

University of Michigan Health-West is proud to announce the appointment of Clifford Suhyun Cho, MD, as its new chief medical officer (CMO). A renowned pancreas and hepatobiliary surgeon, Dr. Cho brings 20 years of expertise and experience to the... Read story

Kate Veenstra Named Chief Nursing Officer at UM Health-West

Kate Veenstra, DNP, MSN, RN, CNL, CMSRN, ACM, NEA-BC, has been named Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at University of Michigan Health-West, bringing over 18 years of experience in nursing and leadership to her new role. A seasoned clinician and... Read story

Grand Rapids Chamber, UM Health-West Introduce Dr. Rhae-Ann Booker Award for Inclusive Excellence

The Grand Rapids Chamber and University of Michigan Health-West announced the establishment of the Dr. Rhae-Ann Booker Award for Inclusive Excellence, a new recognition that honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and... Read story