Corewell Health Pennock Hospital

04/30/2026

Thanks to the generosity of a grateful patient and the support of Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan, Pennock Hospital now has an additional vein viewer imaging system that will help improve patient comfort and safety when it matters most.

This technology helps clinicians precisely guide needle placement for patients with small or hard to find veins, easing stress and providing extra peace of mind.

“Whether due to chronic illness or an emergency, as a patient in a clinical setting, it can feel like you have very little autonomy over your body. It’s often a distressing time with many unknowns. Having access to technology such as this can eliminate some stress for patients and their families. It can also make procedures easier for the medical team. We are very grateful to have access to excellent health care at Pennock Hospital. We wanted to gift something that would be of benefit to both patients and providers with the hope that it would enable a more positive patient experience during treatment” – Jennifer and Dave Russell.

Thank you for turning compassion into action and strengthening care for our community!

04/07/2026

Inspiring the future of healthcare 💙

Corewell Health team members and leaders from Pennock Hospital, Zeeland Hospital, Talent Acquisition, and across our system partnered with Community Schools for Career Day—helping students explore the many possibilities in healthcare and building a strong pipeline for the future.

Another look at 9th & 10th Grade Job Shadow Day—this time at Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital! 🏥Dozens of Hamilton students had the opportunity to take part...

03/07/2026

Today is the last day to submit nominations for the 2026 Compassion Award.

Nominate a Corewell Health team member, provider, volunteer or community partner whose kindness, empathy and extraordinary compassion make a meaningful difference for patients.

Submit your nomination online: https://wkf.ms/3ZtELec
Prefer a printable form or need assistance? Contact Janine Dalman, Foundation Director, at Janine.Dalman@corewellhealth.org

03/05/2026

Spend a day in the life of Delton Kellogg High School students job shadowing with us!

02/28/2026

Now Accepting Nominations: Pennock Hospital Compassion Award

Do you know a Corewell Health team member, provider, volunteer or community partner whose kindness, empathy and extraordinary compassion make a meaningful difference for patients, families or colleagues?

Help us honor these inspiring individuals by submitting a nomination for the 2026 Pennock Hospital Compassion Award!

Nomination Deadline: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Submit your nomination online: https://wkf.ms/3ZtELec
Prefer a printable form or need assistance? Contact Janine Dalman, Foundation Director, at Janine.Dalman@corewellhealth.org

Your nomination helps recognize those who embody the true spirit of compassion in our community.

Learn more here: https://newsroom.corewellhealth.org/PennockCompassionAward2026

02/25/2026

A simple act of care can leave the greatest impact. For Dr. Oscar deGoa, this impact was felt through a lifelong devotion to both medicine and community.

From 1971 to 2013, Dr. deGoa served on the medical staff at Corewell Health Pennock Hospital welcoming more than 7,000 babies into the Hastings community. Last year, he was recognized with the Compassion Award for his unwavering service.

If someone at Pennock made a difference for you or your family, nominate them for this year’s Compassion Award: https://wkf.ms/3ZtELec

02/20/2026

We are pleased to welcome Jim DeCamp, Amanda Hoeksma, and Luke Haywood to the Corewell Health Pennock Hospital Community Board.

Jim DeCamp (Community Liaison with Flexfab), Amanda Hoeksma (Director of the Early Childhood Center with Thornapple Kellogg Schools), and Luke Haywood (Owner - Sand Creek Dairy) all bring strong leadership experiences and deep commitments to community engagement to the community board.

As Community Board members, they will serve as advisors to hospital leadership and as voices for our community, helping shape our community health plan and guide our efforts to best serve the patients and families who come to us for care.

We are grateful for their willingness to serve and look forward to their contributions.

02/13/2026

The Corewell Health Gun Lake Walk-In Clinic has expanded hours, giving you more evening access and longer Saturday availability. All ages welcome. No appointment needed.

🕒 NEW Expanded Hours:
Mon–Fri: 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (Now open later!)
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (Expanded Saturday hours!)
Closed Sundays & major holidays

We’re here to help with: allergies, coughs, earaches, UTIs, minor injuries, rashes, sports physicals, vaccinations, and more.

Stop in whenever you need us — we’re here for you.💙

Visit our Walk-In Clinic at 12851 West M 179 Highway, Wayland, MI 49348. Open Mon-Wed: 7:00am-7:00pm, Thu-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm. Questions? Call 866.989.7999.

02/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming Linda Schaltz, DPN, as our new Chief Nursing Officer at Pennock Hospital!

A proven nursing leader and passionate advocate for patients and nurses, Linda brings more than 23 years of experience within Corewell Health, most recently serving as CNO at Zeeland Hospital.
Under Linda’s leadership, Zeeland Hospital achieved a record 19 consecutive “A” ratings from The Leapfrog Group, a reflection of her focus on quality, safety, and patient experience.

We extend our congratulations to Linda and look forward to what's ahead.

01/09/2026

Erin and Garrett Holmes rang in 2026 with the sweetest gift - a beautiful baby girl born on New Year’s Day at Corewell Health Pennock Hospital. Clara Elizabeth weighed in at 8 lbs, 2 oz and measured 22 inches long, making her Barry County’s very first baby of the year! Join us in congratulating the Holmes family as they start the new year with love, laughter, and a little extra joy. ✨

11/20/2025

About 20% of Michigan's population resides in rural areas, which face a unique set of challenges - particularly access to health care.

From advancements in telehealth to investment in new facilities and services, Corewell Health team members are working to improve the quality of life for friends, family and neighbors in our communities.

Find a primary care doctor near you: corewellhealth.org/find-a-doctor

06/25/2025

“What we see probably the most of is orthopedic injuries, injuries to arms and legs; just basic lacerations and things like; some of the more things like drowning; injuries from trampolines and bikes that certainly can be a little more severe,” Dr. Whitney Minnock, the pediatric chief of emergency, said.

For more information, go to the WOOD TV8 segment.

As families spend more time outdoors during the summer, there may also be more opportunities for kids to be injured.