McLaren Health Care

10/14/2025

McLaren Health Care is proud to recognize more than 80 of its affiliated physicians who have been named to Hour Detroit magazine’s 2025 “Top Docs” list — a reflection of McLaren’s unwavering commitment to clinical excellence across Michigan.

McLaren Health Care is proud to recognize more than 80 of its affiliated physicians who have been named to Hour Detroit magazine’s 2025 “Top Docs” list — a reflection of McLaren’s unwavering commitment to clinical excellence across Michigan. Each year, Hour Detroit part...

10/13/2025

Today marks Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a day aimed to shed light on breast cancer that has spread to other areas of the body, and highlight those who have gone through this on their cancer journey. When it comes to preventing cancer, knowing your risk is most important.

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute , cancer centers, and other organizations nationwide recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer affects more women each year than any other cancer, making up about 30% of cancer diagnoses among females each year...

10/09/2025

Staff at the new Grand Ledge Emergency Department, coming soon on October 20, participated in a "Day in the Life" exercise to prepare for opening day. Thank you, Delta Township Fire Department, for also participating in this exercise, as well as filling in as the "patient" while staff walked through triage procedures.

Learn more about the new emergency department coming to Grand Ledge and Delta Township by visiting https://bit.ly/4gYHFPT

10/08/2025

What started as a suspected stye in Jerry Melendez's eye led to a diagnosis of a rare form of lymphoma. Jerry suddenly found himself in the fight of his life. He had great support and a doctor he trusted, but he still suffered anxiety and depression. Jerry opened up to his doctor about his struggles and got the help he needed. Read about Jerry's journey and how conquering his challenges helped him fight off cancer at the link below.

There was something in the corner of Jerry Melendez’s eye, in the tear duct. He thought it was a stye or a cyst. “The eye doctor gave me steroids,” Jerry said. “He also sent me to a plastic surgeon for a biopsy, be he said he expected that to come back benign.” The growth in Jerry’s eye ...

10/06/2025

Join us at the Free Mamm Mixer Party to schedule your annual mammogram on-site — no physician order needed! Call 1-800-McLaren (625-2736); insurance required, financial assistance available.

10/03/2025

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room.

THIS WEEK, Dr. Stephanie Hernandez, an emergency physician with McLaren, reports:

Injuries
There have been steady, high volumes of mostly pediatric patients seeking care in the emergency and trauma center for orthopedic and soft tissue injuries mainly sustained during athletics.

URI
While testing negative for the flu, RSV, or COVID, there has been a significant uptick in the number of patients seeking care for a viral upper respiratory infection and symptoms of congestion, persistent cough, and sore throat.

COVID-19
There has been a slight but noticeable increase in patients testing positive for COVID-19, though the vast majority of patients have experienced mild symptoms.

Allergies/Asthma
Asthma sufferers have been seeking treatment for breathing complications brought on my allergies.

09/29/2025

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09/25/2025

Get ready for a more comfortable mammogram! At the McLaren Greater Lansing Breast Imaging Center, we've elevated your experience with the use of Soft-Touch Mammography and a curved paddle. This innovative technology is designed to reduce the discomfort often associated with traditional mammograms, making the process less stressful for you.

Schedule your mammogram appointment with us today by calling 1-800-McLaren

09/23/2025

While pain is a natural part of the healing process after an illness, injury, or surgery, it can become a condition in its own right. Learn about the five common types of pain and when you should seek intervention.

While pain is a natural part of the healing process after an illness, injury, or surgery, it can become a condition in its own right. This can happen when the pain becomes more intense or lasts longer than expected, or when it has no clear cause. When pain gets to that point, it requires its own spe...

09/19/2025

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room.

THIS WEEK, Dr. Matthew Steck, a McLaren emergency physician, reports:

Viral infections
There continues to be a rise in the occurrence of mostly school-aged children being treated for viral infections, with symptoms of congestion, cough, and runny nose, with some patients diagnosed with strep throat.

Injuries
Sports-related injuries among youth athletes continue to be treated in high volumes within the trauma center.

Gastroenteritis
While not yet being diagnosed and treated in the anticipated volumes during the traditional cold and flu season, there continues to be a low but steady volume of patients with gastroenteritis.

09/17/2025

This summer, undergraduate students, graduate trainees and faculty from Wayne State University, Michigan State University and the Van Andel Institute gathered for a day of collaboration and mentorship for the Inaugural Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Meetup, in partnership with the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute!

This summer, undergraduate students, graduate trainees and faculty gathered in the Margherio Conference Room on Wayne State University’s (WSU) campus for a memorable day of collaboration, mentorship and inspiration. The Inaugural Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Meetup, in partnership with...