Press Releases

New Technology at UM Health-West Provides a View of the Future of Neurosurgery

The next generation of microsurgery is crystal clear, bigger than life and visible in high-resolution 3D at University of Michigan Health-West, where the intricate work of neurosurgeons can now be seen by everyone in the operating room. This means... Read story

University of Michigan Health-West Again Named Among Nation’s “Best and Brightest” Employers

For the third year in a row, University of Michigan Health-West has received national recognition as one of the country’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. The Spring 2022 designation by the National Association for Business Resources was... Read story

Cancer Network of West Michigan’s Newly Appointed Leadership Envisions Streamlined Access to Care

The Cancer Network of West Michigan has appointed a University of Michigan Health oncology expert to lead the Network’s innovative and collaborative approach to providing patients with the most advanced cancer care close to home. Shruti Jolly, MD,... Read story

Farmer’s Market Opens for the Season on May 12

The University of Michigan Health-West Farmer’s Market is set to open for the season on Thursday, May 12, continuing to serve our community with fresh produce and products, while supporting local farms and small business owners. ​ When the... Read story

University of Michigan Health-West Earns Another ‘A’ for Patient Safety from National Watchdog Group

University of Michigan Health-West’s relentless emphasis on protecting patients has once again been nationally recognized with the highest letter grade, an “A” on the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022. UM Health-West is the only... Read story

Larger Allendale Health Center Opens to Meet the Needs of the Community

University of Michigan Health-West is opening a larger Allendale Health Center on Monday, April 18, to better meet the needs of the thriving community it has served since 2009. The new Allendale Health Center, at 4830 Becker Drive, is just 2 miles... Read story

UM Health-West Named National Top Performer for LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equity

Delivering on its promise that “You belong here,” University of Michigan Health-West has earned national recognition for a commitment to equity and inclusion for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer patients, families and employees.... Read story

AAN ISSUES GUIDANCE ON PREVENTING SECOND STROKE IN THOSE WITH PLAQUE IN BRAIN ARTERIES

The use of medications and exercise is more beneficial in preventing a second stroke in people with intracranial atherosclerosis than placing a stent in the blood vessel, according to a new practice advisory issued by the American Academy of... Read story

Employees Put Their Best Ideas Forward as Part of “Shark Tank” Style Innovation Challenge

With a friendly competition modeled on the TV show “Shark Tank,” University of Michigan Health-West (UMH-West) tapped into the organization’s innovative spirit by inviting employees to submit their best ideas to improve patient care. The first... Read story

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Planned for MLK Day

Four Grand Rapids organizations are joining forces on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to deliver free COVID-19 vaccinations to residents in our community. The Grand Rapids African American Health Institute (GRAAHI), an organization devoted to achieving... Read story