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The emergency department at McLaren Oakland-Oxford, a multispecialty care campus serving all of the Village of Oxford, has earned an advanced accreditation as a sign of its commitment to provide seniors with specialized, high-quality care and recognition of its staff’s proficiency. The freestanding emergency department has achieved an initial designation as a Level Three Geriatric Emergency Department by the American College of Emergency Physicians, a designation demonstrating that an emergency departme...

McLaren Health Care, the multistate, 12-hospital health care system, has named Angie Long, DNP, MSN/MBA/HC, RN, FACHE, NEA-BC, its system-level Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, effective Oct. 6, 2025. Dr. Long assumes the role made available upon the departure of Jennifer Montgomery, McLaren Health Care’s inaugural CNO. Dr. Long returns to McLaren after having previously served as CNO at McLaren St. Luke’s, where her leadership led to the hospital’s improved clinical quality, safety outc...

Early detection saves lives—and when it comes to breast cancer, getting screened regularly is one of the most important steps women can take. Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care recommend that women of average risk begin receiving annual mammograms at age 40. For those at higher risk, screening may need to start even earlier. But mammograms are just one part of the picture. Understanding breast cancer risk factors, recognizing early warning signs, and staying ...

Ovarian cancer can be a difficult cancer to diagnose in the early stages because symptoms usually aren’t noticeable for women until the disease has progressed.  According to the American Cancer Society, more than 20,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year in the U.S. The good news? There are steps you can take to understand your risk better—and possibly lower it. Start with Family History One of the most important things you can do is learn about your family’s health history. If your ...

McLaren Oakland, the Pontiac-based hospital with care locations throughout Oakland County, has appointed Joseph Zajchowski, MD, JD, MBA, as its Chief Medical Officer, assuming the role last served by Dr. Hassan Beiz prior to his transition to the same role at McLaren Macomb. Most recently the CMO at McLaren Lapeer Region, Dr. Zajchowski will formally join McLaren Oakland effective September 8. “In getting to know Dr. Zajchowski, it is clear that he brings not only strong leadership but also a deep commi...

Among American men, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related death after lung cancer. While early detection can make a significant difference, the decision to begin screening isn’t always straightforward and should involve a conversation with your doctor. Screening tests can help detect prostate cancer in its early stages, often before any symptoms appear. However, these tests are not designed to diagnose cancer on their own. If screening resul...

Three McLaren Health Care hospitals have partnered to share their continued collective support of Levi’s Link through its sponsorship of a planned Oxford Township pocket park project that advances the organization’s mission of accessibility for people with special needs while also promoting physical activity, relaxation, and an appreciation of nature. The philanthropic foundations at McLaren Greater Lansing, McLaren Lapeer Region, and McLaren Oakland have donated a total of $10,000 to the Levi’s Link Pa...

Exciting news for Michigan families!  McLaren Health Care now accepts Meridian Medicaid HMO, Molina Medicaid HMO, United Health Care Medicaid Community Plan , and many other Medicaid health plans at all 12 of our hospitals and clinics across the state. This means more ways for you and your loved ones to access high-quality, compassionate care — right in your own community. Whether you're a Meridian, Molina, United Health Care, or another Medicaid plan member, you can n...

If you’re at the age where cancer screenings are recommended—or even overdue—consider this your reminder to get them on the calendar. Just like your yearly checkups with your doctor or dentist, these screenings are an important part of staying on top of your health. Everyone’s needs are a little different, and your primary care provider can help determine exactly which screenings are right for you. Experts at Karmanos Cancer Institute and McLaren Health Care facilities are also here to support you every...

The McLaren Stroke Network, which provides timely and potentially lifesaving care in the midst of the medical emergency, has again earned national honors for the exceptional level of care provided at its network hospital sites. The American Heart Associated/American Stroke Association recognized several McLaren hospitals with its Get With Guidelines® – Stroke distinctions, a sign that those hospital-based stroke programs consistently adhere to the latest care guidelines while achieving improved patient ...