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Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the U.S., with a median age for diagnosis around 62 years old, but for Elisabeth (Betsy) Cowles, a young 38-year-old mother of four and a full-time student, being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer started with what she thought was a clogged milk duct while nursing her new baby. “I noticed my daughter wasn’t feeding on that breast, and I was in a lot of pain, so I immediately thought it was a clogged milk duct,” said Cowles. “I visited my OB-GYN, ...

When describing a successful President and CEO, many people think of core leadership skills like self-awareness, communication, influence, and learning agility. If you take these skills and add in someone who is visible both in the community and at the hospital he works for, someone who isn’t afraid of tough work and decisions, and someone who ultimately supports his team and is considered a mentor by most, you will have Kirk Ray, President and CEO of McLaren Greater Lansing. Next month, Ray will be cel...

It’s been one year since McLaren Greater Lansing, with the help of many ambulance services, transferred 112 patients in just 6 hours from the legacy facilities on Greenlawn and Pennsylvania Avenues to their new hospital on Collins Road. “A lot of preparation had gone into ensuring not only the building was ready, but our staff was ready to care for our patients in our new home. I am extremely proud of our staff and the hard work they have put in to make sure the move was successful,” said Kirk Ray, Pres...

McLaren Greater Lansing staff, as well as 10 other first-responders, 911 dispatch workers, and good Samaritans, were honored on Tuesday, February 7, at the Michigan State University men’s basketball game against Maryland for saving retired MSU Coach Mike Garland’s life McLaren Greater Lansing staff, as well as 10 other first-responders, 911 dispatch workers, and good Samaritans, were honored on Tuesday, February 7, at the Michigan State University men’s basketball game against Maryland for saving retire...

"We strongly believe that each member of the McLaren family - from patient to surgeon, from volunteer to nurse, from family member to physician - should have access to the support, resources, and counsel they need to nurture and preserve their spiritual health."    A sanctuary for respite, reflection, and renewal was recently dedicated at the new McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital. Members of the regional faith community joined health care providers and the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation Spi...

"The Guardian Angel program helps recognize our outstanding team and lets them know they are appreciated."   Nothing eases the burden of hospitalization like someone who cares. That is why the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation has chosen to recognize employees who have gone above and beyond for patients through the Guardian Angel program. Patients who nominate a Guardian Angel are encouraged to share their stories, telling everyone what impressed them most about the staff member. Once a nomination...

McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation raises over $90,000 during The Campaign for Care Day of Giving  We have a lot to be thankful for. While gratitude, in general, is very common this time of year, here at McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation we were blown away by the generosity of this community during our very first Day of Giving.   While we knew canceling the Annual Gala for the safety of everyone was the right call, the need for philanthropic dollars did not disappear. In fact, it is growing d...

In these extraordinary times, we are accepting donations of protective eyewear, face masks (including handmade), and gloves. To arrange a drop-off, please contact the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday at (517) 975-7100. Here is a list of New/Unused Items still needed for our caregivers · Disposable face masks · N95 masks, sometimes called respirators · Eye protection including face shields and safety goggles · Disposable gowns · Disposable gloves · Wipes: bleach or a...

One non-profit was founded in 1981. The other started two years later. The first one supplies food to needy residents in seven mid-Michigan counties and the second provides emergency housing and support services for local families. Children benefit from both charities and that was a big reason why employees of the Laboratory department at McLaren Greater Lansing chose the Greater Lansing Food Bank and Haven House as their designated beneficiaries during the 9 th annual Simple Gift Holiday Tree Program. ...

A hospital may be new, high tech, and efficient, but it will fail in its responsibility to the community if it is not staffed by the best and brightest we can find. Joanne “Jo” Fredericks of Mason wrote those words of wisdom in an email to the McLaren Greater Lansing Foundation earlier this year and they give some insight into why she and her husband Ed have named the Foundation as the beneficiary of a $500,000 life insurance policy. Jo had a variety of jobs during a 25-year career at McLaren Greater La...