Corewell Health in Southeast Michigan

10/10/2025

In the early 90s, an 11-year-old boy named Tadas Sumauskas arrived at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital from Lithuania, alone and battling a rare bone cancer. His family couldn’t afford to travel with him. They feared they might never see him again.

Diana Busuito, Tadas’ nurse and fellow Lithuanian, immediately stepped in. She cared for him medically and emotionally, with her mother even stepping in to deliver homemade meals.

Dr. Charles Main, the pediatric oncologist who treated Tadas, said, “I’ve worked with thousands of children with pediatric cancer - all heroes - but Tadas was the leader of the pack.”

Now living in Nevada with his wife and two children, Tadas still visits Diana and her now 94-year-old mom, Elena.

A few years ago, Diana gifted Tadas a Shinola watch that read, “When I met you, you were out of time. When you came to Michigan, you were given the gift of time.”

To Tadas and his family, that time has been well lived.

09/25/2025

Sharon Shapiro’s 40-year career at Corewell Health has been nothing short of inspiring.

From fresh nurse graduate to surgical trailblazer, Sharon has shaped the future of patient care through mentorship, innovation and unwavering compassion.

Thank you, Sharon, for your legacy of teamwork, kindness and patient-first care.

09/23/2025

🏥 Big news from Corewell Health Wayne Hospital! For the first time, the hospital has earned Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center - the highest international honor for nursing excellence and patient care.

👏 Congratulations to the incredible nurses and leaders who made this milestone possible!

09/17/2025

Dr. Kenneth Peters, Urology Department Chair at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, always knew he wanted to become a physician and care for others - but it was pure chance that he decided to specialize in urology.

"In medical school, I happened to meet a urologist who had so much passion for his field. I visited their office, saw how they worked in the OR and from that moment on, it became very clear that was my calling."

After graduation, Dr. Peters matched at Corewell Health for residency and fellowship and has remained here ever since - a career spanning more than three decades!

"This area was always home. I was very happy to end up here and also have my career all in one spot," he said.

As one of the nation's leaders in urology research, Dr. Peters and his team are looking forward to once again hosting a free interactive event for women to learn about the latest treatments for common conditions like bladder dysfunction, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction and more.

Join the event tomorrow - either in person or virtually. Learn more and register: https://www.facebook.com/events/1337891464336177

09/16/2025

Experiencing incontinence might feel embarrassing, but Dr. Priya Padmanabhan wants people to know it often is a normal part of aging.

Seeing someone like Dr. Padmanabhan, who specializes in female urology, can help women get the specialized care they need.

“Becoming older doesn’t mean you give up everything that matters to you,” she said. “You should be able to live your life to its fullest.

Dr. Padmanabhan practices both at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital’s urology clinic and the Women’s Urology Center of the Royal Oak campus. She takes extra time with her patients to help them be comfortable and create a nonjudgmental space to share.

“I think that's what people need, they need to know that it's OK. It’s OK to talk about their symptoms without any embarrassment,” she said.

09/10/2025

We’re celebrating the groundbreaking for the new Corewell Health Care Center in Royal Oak!

Located across the street from the hospital, this 89,000 square-foot facility will include an ambulatory / outpatient surgery center and medical office space for primary care, behavioral health, digestive health and more.

“This project is more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about meeting the evolving needs of the patients and communities we serve,” Dr. Daniel Carey, President of Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital said.

09/08/2025

You might not be feeling too well after some of the scores from the weekend, but here's what's truly going around in Southeast Michigan [via WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit]:

Here’s our weekly round-up of what illnesses are spreading the most in Metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.

08/05/2025

Please join us in welcoming Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine's 15th class of future physicians! 🩺

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine officially welcomed its 15th class Monday as a busy week of orientation kicked off for the school’s newest class.

08/01/2025

Three people with one thing in common - they each survived serious heart conditions that required emergency care.

They recently reunited with the doctors, nurses and other care team members who saved their lives at Corewell Health in Royal Oak. They also got an up-close look at the advanced technology used to save them.

Surrounded by those that saved her life and with a deep sense of gratitude, Celeste Bradford said, “This is my second life. I can't look back. I can't have any regrets; I have to treasure what I have now.”

Cardiology, Heart and Vascular Surgery at Royal Oak is ranked in the top 25 nationally according to the latest U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list.

07/29/2025

Top honors in this year's rankings include:
➡️ Royal Oak and Troy hospitals among top five in Michigan
➡️ Royal Oak nationally ranked in nine specialties
➡️ Dearborn recognized for community access
➡️ High performing ratings in Grosse Pointe, Farmington Hills, Taylor and Trenton

07/18/2025

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07/01/2025

"Problems with cholesterol affect everything," Dr. Akhil Gulati said. Knowing family history is important for treatment. FOX 2 Detroit interviews Dr. Gulati and a patient to learn more about this topic: https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/1657046