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Statistics from the American Stroke Association are sobering. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and a leading cause of disability. Fortunately, there are ways to recognize stroke warning signs to ensure critical time isn’t wasted before getting care. There are two main types of stroke —ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic strokes occur when the blood supply to part of the brain is blocked or reduced. This prevents brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients, causing brain cells to ...

Total joint replacement surgery has revolutionized the treatment of debilitating joint pain, offering patients a renewed chance at mobility and improved quality of life. According to the American College of Rheumatology nearly 790 thousand Americans get a knee replacement each year and they continue to be one of the most reliable treatments in any area of medicine. While recovery from a total joint replacement surgery has improved a great deal over time, thanks to innovative pain management, minimally i...

Sarah Seymour, RN, a caregiver on the hospital’s oncology unit (11 South), is the 2025 Margaret McLaren Nursing Excellence Award Winner.  McLaren Flint honored Sarah and 21 other nominees at a May 8 ceremony.  The excellence award is named after Margaret McLaren, RN, who served as Superintendent of McLaren General Hospital and its predecessor, the Women’s Hospital, for 27 years. When McLaren General Hospital opened in October 1951, the facility was named in her honor, making it the first hospi...

Kerri Murray’s been at McLaren Flint since her daughter Melanie was born.  A couple of years ago, when Melanie was graduating from high school, she wasn’t sure what she wanted to do, but she did know her mom really liked her job. At mom’s suggestion, Melanie looked to see if there was something of interest and decided to apply for a business office coordinator position at McLaren Flint MRI. She got the job. That was two-and-a-half years ago. “I didn’t know if I wanted to work with patients or not, ...

If you were in a serious accident or suffered a stroke, would the people closest to you know how you would want them to handle your health care decisions?  Getting this conversation started is exactly why Health Care Decisions Day is observed every April 16.  The idea is to educate everyone, including health providers about the importance of advance care planning. An advance directive is a legally recognized document that outlines how you want your medical care to move forward in the event you...

In a career that has spanned nearly 20 years, Lyric Walsh, DNP, CNM, a McLaren Flint licensed midwife, who has been a partner and trusted guide for countless women as they navigate their pregnancies, has achieved a significant career milestone by delivering her 1,000th child. On Friday, April 18, Walsh was by the side of Jessica Akoto at McLaren Flint as Jessica welcomed her baby boy into the world. “It’s an indescribable privilege to be trusted by families during such an intimate and life-changing time...

Congratulations to Angela Dorr, Outpatient Behavioral Health Manager, our April Outstanding Employee of the Month. Angela’s colleagues value her work ethic, willingness to go out of her way for her team, and patient-focused mindset. "Angela has been a huge advocate for clients. When clients need someone to listen, Angela has been that person." said her nominator. "She also puts in a lot of extra hours to assist the program and staff. She has helped facilitate the overhaul of the partial hospital program...

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is common and widespread virus, and about 85% of people will get an HPV infection in their lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , it spreads mainly through direct contact, particularly during sexual activities such as vaginal, anal, or oral sex. There are over 200 types of HPV, but some of them can cause serious health problems, like cancer. Most of the time, the body fights off the infection on its own, but if certain types of HPV persist for too...

Friday, March 21 proved to be a day to celebrate for McLaren Health Care Graduate Medical Education. The annual Match Day — the day on which medical students learn the results of their residency or fellowship applications and receive their assignments to continue their training — concluded with McLaren GME filling its 149 available positions. This marks a 100 percent fill rate across the 42 GME programs throughout the system. “The result of Match Day 2025 further demonstrates the merit and proficiency o...

For two decades Kathy Carrithers has dedicated her life to service as a volunteer. On March 15 she celebrated 20 years as a member of the McLaren Flint auxiliary. “I love this hospital, and I love serving. It is a joy,” Kathy said. Kathy’s mother was a longtime volunteer at a Saginaw hospital, and when Kathy retired from Delphi/GM, she knew she wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps. “When my mother was dying of cancer, I promised her I would become a hospital volunteer,” Kathy said. Kathy, a breast...