On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with State Sen. Elect Joe Bellino of Michigan’s 16th District about the process of engaging newly-elected officials and prioritizing legislation.
... Read MoreHillsdale Hospital Brings PET/CT Scan Services to Community
State-of-the-art imaging technology available weekly HILLSDALE, Mich.—PET/CT services, used to help diagnose, monitor or treat conditions like cancer, heart disease and brain disorders, are now available on Hillsdale Hospital’s campus… Read more »
... Read MoreEpisode 85: Rural Health in Remote Areas
On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Hunter Nostrant, CEO of Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry, Michigan, about operating a hospital in a geographically-isolated area in Michigan’s upper peninsula.
... Read MoreEpisode 84: Advocating for DSH Funding
On today’s episode, hosts JJ and Rachel talk with Bruce Caswell, former Michigan state senator, former Michigan state representative and former Hillsdale County commissioner, about the ways rural hospitals can engage with elected officials in their state and community.
... Read MoreHillsdale Hospital Welcomes New Doctor to Hidden Meadows OB-GYN
Jonesville native Spencer joins practice as fourth OB-GYN HILLSDALE, Mich.—Hillsdale Hospital announced today the addition of Dr. Sarah Spencer to its Hidden Meadows OB-GYN practice. She joins OB-GYNs Alfred Bediako,… Read more »
... Read MoreEpisode 83: Telehealth and NRHA Advocacy Update
Telehealth was brought to the forefront of healthcare delivery models during the COVID-19 pandemic as patients were hesitant to leave their homes and the need for isolation and social distancing required more virtual care.
... Read MoreEpisode 82: Partnerships for High-Tech Imaging
As rural hospitals work to serve their patients locally, accessing state-of-the-art, cutting-edge or advanced imaging technologies can be a barrier, meaning patients either leave town for care or don’t get care at all. So, how do rural hospitals expand their offerings to give patients the care they need at home?
... Read MoreHillsdale Hospital Restricts Birthing Center Visitation Amid Rising RSV & Respiratory Illness Rates
Healthy grandparents and two support persons permitted for laboring mothers HILLSDALE, Mich.—Due to the increase in cases of highly-transmissible illnesses in our community, including RSV, influenza and COVID-19, Hillsdale Hospital… Read more »
... Read MoreHillsdale Hospital Receives Performance Leadership Award for Excellence in Outcomes from Chartis Center for Rural Health
Recognition Highlights Low Readmission & Mortality Rates for Common Conditions HILLSDALE, Mich.—Hillsdale Hospital today announced it has been recognized with a 2022 Performance Leadership Award for Excellence in Outcomes. Compiled… Read more »
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