McLaren Greater Lansing

09/17/2025

Feeling anxious about an MRI? We get it. That's why we've made patient comfort a top priority. Our facility is equipped with Siemens wide-bore MRI scanners, which provide more space and can significantly help ease feelings of claustrophobia. Plus, we use Deep Resolve software to reduce scanning times without compromising image quality. This means a quicker, more comfortable experience for you.

09/14/2025

Another reminder going into the week ahead! Starting this Monday, September 15, be aware of two key road closures related to the US-127 reconstruction project:

The southbound US-127 exit ramp at Jolly and Dunckel Road will be closed through November.

Forest Road at the US-127 bridge will also close to finish bridge work through October 3.

If you are visiting the health care campus, please plan for extra travel time and follow the posted detour signs.

For more information, visit their website at michigan.gov/127corridor.

09/13/2025

We're excited to participate today in this event! We're doing free blood pressure screenings and giving out some goodies! Stop by at the #7 table near the penguins at Potter Park Zoo 🐧

THANK YOU to our amazing 2025 Potter Park Zoo sponsor, McLaren Greater Lansing for supporting our community event.

Join the 2025 Potter Park Zoo event on Saturday, September 13th from 10am to 1pm.

Questions? For further assistance with registration for you and/or your group, please call (517) 237-3155 or email Prevention and Outreach at prevention@ceicmh.org
Register today by visiting: https://bit.ly/2025ZooEvent

09/12/2025

Please be aware that the southbound exit ramp at Jolly and Dunckel Road will be closed to traffic beginning next Monday, September 15 as part of MDOT's ongoing US-127 reconstruction project. The ramp is expected to remain closed through November, to allow crews to connect it to the new southbound freeway.

Additionally, Forest Road will also close on Monday, September 15 to finish bridge work. Travelers are asked to follow the alternative route to Mt. Hope that leads to Harrison Road.

We continue to ensure that our hospital campus remains accessible and open. Please be aware that possible traffic delays may occur and follow the detours posted by MDOT. For more information, visit their website at michigan.gov/127corridor.

09/09/2025

Join us next Tuesday, September 16, for a Lunch and Learn Healthwise event with Dr. Ethan Ruhland, orthopedic surgeon, as he dives into arthritic hips and the latest treatment options available. A light lunch will be served during the lecture and registration is required. Visit https://bit.ly/4m4BtXL to sign up!

09/08/2025

“A TIA is a term used to describe stroke-like symptoms that last less than 24 hours and do not leave an impression on the MRI brain,” said Dr. Guminik. “A TIA is a warning sign for a stroke.”

This is a wake-up call to improve your lifestyle. By focusing on key lifestyle changes and managing your risk factors, you can dramatically reduce your chances of a future stroke. Read more about how you can improve your health after a TIA.

You want to talk, but the words won’t come out right. You go to call someone, but the phone is blurred and you feel dizzy. These are all symptoms of a transient ischemic attack (TIA), more commonly known as a “mini-stroke.” “Symptoms of a TIA or a stroke can include one-sided numbness, weakn...

09/05/2025

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09/03/2025

It might surprise you that things like working the night shift, an imbalance in your gut bacteria, or even gout aren’t just isolated issues. They could all be linked to an increased risk of developing AFib. It's also interesting to note that simple things like a lack of certain vitamins or electrolytes might also play a role. If you have abnormal heart rhythms, read more about what this can mean for your health.

Sometimes, the rhythm of your heart is trying to tell you something is wrong, and it may be speaking to you in a language different from the “classic” symptoms like palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or chest discomfort. “Some people only feel generalized anxiousness, fatigue, or in...

09/02/2025

Meet our therapy dog team!

Cali - a 4-year-old Cavapoo (King Charles Cavalier and poodle mix), with a gentle, cuddly personality who loves brightening everyone's day.
Jasper- a 6-year-old Aussiedoodle full of charm and energy, already known for lifting spirits around the hospital.
Scout- a 4-year-old Golden Retriever whose loyal and loving nature makes him the perfect comfort companion.

We're excited to welcome all three of them to the McLaren Greater Lansing family!

08/29/2025

We are excited to host the Diabetes PATH workshop starting Thursday, September 18. If you or someone you know needs extra support managing their diabetes, we still have spots available. Sign up today!

08/28/2025

It's getting official! Our McLaren sign is now up on the Grand Ledge building in Delta Township; a significant step towards getting closer to caring for our westside community. Learn more about what's coming this Fall at https://bit.ly/3TAeJmO

08/27/2025

Eaton County residents can look forward to significant expansion in local health care services with the upcoming opening of McLaren's new emergency department and ambulatory care center located on the corner of Nixon Road and E. Saginaw Hwy., in Grand Ledge this fall. Learn more about the emergency department and what the facility will have to offer, coming soon.

Eaton County residents can look forward to significant expansion in local health care services with the upcoming opening of McLaren’s new freestanding emergency department (FSED) and ambulatory care center in Grand Ledge. The new facility, located on the corner of Nixon Road and E. Saginaw Highway...

07/28/2025

Mammograms are a standard screening radiology exam recommended for asymptomatic women over the age of 40 for early detection of breast cancer. But what happens if you get a call back from your screening mammogram, and further testing is recommended?

Mammograms are a standard screening radiology exam recommended for asymptomatic women over the age of 40 for early detection of breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. Recommended yearly mammographic screening helps detect breast cancer early, which is easily amenable to....

07/25/2025

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. Ali Saad, an emergency physician at McLaren reports:

Injuries
Orthopedic and soft tissue injuries sustained during outdoor activities continue to be the most common reason patients are seeking care in the emergency and trauma center. There has been a noticeable increase in the volume of elderly patients injured in falls.

Asthma
Allergies have caused asthma sufferers to experience exacerbated symptoms, with the most severe cases causing significant breathing complications.

Gastro
Continuing the trend throughout the summer, there has been a steady, though low level, volume of patients experiencing gastrointestinal distress.

07/25/2025

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men in the U.S. While one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, if you are experiencing symptoms, it doesn’t necessarily mean it is cancer.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men in the United States. While one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, if you are experiencing symptoms, it doesn’t necessarily mean it is cancer. Many symptoms of prostate cancer are the same for other prost...

07/23/2025

What's blood pressure got to do with your heart? Everything, according to some experts. The number one cause of death for both men and women is heart disease, and high blood pressure is a key risk factor for it. The trouble is, high blood pressure usually has no symptoms. That is why it is called the silent killer. Learn how to protect yourself and keep your blood pressure in check at the link below.

What do blood pressure and your heart health have to do with one another? Some experts argue, everything. According to the CDC , the number one cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. is heart disease, and high blood pressure is a key risk factor for it. “High blood pressure is called th...

07/23/2025

Fall sports are coming--schedule your child's sports physical now! Quick, easy, and required to play. Stay safe and game ready. https://mclarenhealthcare.org/4lKM8rc

07/21/2025

Did you know in Michigan alone, there are over 1.7 million family caregivers? Thanks to a grant from Exhale - The Family Caregiver Initiative, Karmanos will be able to continue the Give Yourself a Break Today program, a healing arts program specifically for family caregivers and cancer thrivers.

A $300,000 grant from Exhale – The Family Caregiver Initiative will allow the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute to continue providing its Give Yourself a Break Today program, a healing arts program for family caregivers and cancer thrivers. This gift supports the program for three years in par...

07/18/2025

McLaren Greater Lansing is accepting applications for the Nursing Internship Program! Get a head start on your nursing career by taking advantage of this unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. To learn more or to apply, visit https://bit.ly/46cB9Sl

07/16/2025

As Pam journeyed down another road of cancer treatment after learning her first occurrence wasn't entirely gone, she was led to Karmanos, where she joined a clinical trial that gave her a "third chance at life."

“My husband and I talked about it and decided that even if it didn’t save me, if it could help someone else, I had to do it.”   It was a warm, foggy day in 1970 when Pam Roach, then a high school sophomore, spent a rare and cherished day at Lake Michigan with friends. She soaked in the su...

07/14/2025

Curious about how a wearable device can help boost your health? Dr. Lauren Vocke weighed in on the different devices available now and what they can tell you about your overall health and wellbeing.

If you’re looking for a way to improve your health, get motivated to exercise more, or another way to manage health condition, wearable technology may help you get started. These devices use sensors to track your movement and other body functions and collect data that tells you more about your wel...

07/11/2025

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, “What’s Going Around,” Dr. Stephanie Hernandez, a McLaren emergency physician, reports:

COVID-19
There were some, though very few, confirmed cases of COVID-19, with patients reporting symptoms of a sharp sore throat and congestion.

Asthma complications
Airbourne allergens continue to cause complications for patients with asthma, causing breathing complications in the most severe cases.

Injuries
Orthopedic and soft tissue injuries continue to be the most common reason patients are seeking care in the trauma center. A significant number of these injuries were sustained in car and motorcycle accidents.

07/10/2025

McLaren Greater Lansing’s labor and delivery unit, The Birthplace, is a proud recipient of the Michigan Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health ( MI AIM ) platinum quality improvement designation in recognition of Michigan birthing hospitals that are improving care for mothers and babies. The p...

07/03/2025

Whether you're heading to a backyard barbecue, enjoying the fireworks, or sneaking away for a weekend trip, McLarenNow makes it easy to receive expert care on the go—no office visit needed.

Don’t let an illness or minor ailment put a pause on your 4th of July plans. Get quick, convenient care from your phone, tablet, or computer, anytime, anywhere—so you can keep the celebration going.

Visit https://mclarenhealthcare.org/44rGHV8 and keep your holiday plans on track.