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10/11/2012
Paint the Town Pink Pit Stops |
The following businesses and organizations are hosting pit stops along the Paint the Town Pink Ribbon Walk route, handing out goodies and/or coupons or information. Please show them your support!
Alex
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10/08/2012
Help Us Paint the Town Pink! |
Join us Thursday, October 18, 2012, for West Shore Healthcare Foundation's 5th Annual Paint the Town Pink!
Help us raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. The walk is free and open to the public. Donations are gratefully accepted, and all
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10/05/2012
West Shore Medical Center Shares Electronic Health Record Expertise at State Conference |
West Shore Medical Center and its employed physician practices are at the forefront of the transition to an electronic health record (EHR), with all physician practices now using EHR instead of a paper record. The hospital’s EHR system is being expanded and soon the entire facility will be
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10/02/2012
Local Agencies Benefit from West Shore Medical Center Computer Upgrades |
HSCB Coordinator Sharron Lemmer and WSMC Network Analyst Jeff Kamaloski
When local health and human services agencies have a need, they can rely on the Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body (HSCB) to rally
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10/01/2012
West Shore Medical Center and the Manistee Community Kitchen: Working Together to Keep the Community Healthy |
October 1-8, 2012, is National Healthcare Food Service Week, a time to thank the dedicated professionals who provide delicious meals and exceptional service in health care settings every day. At West Shore Medical Center, the Nutrition Services Team plays an integral role in health care by
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09/25/2012
Works of Terri Barto on Exhibit in Healing Arts Gallery |
The Healing Arts Gallery at West Shore Medical Center will host a collection of works by local artist Terri Barto now through the end of October. This eclectic exhibit features pastels, photography, and watercolors inspired by Manistee scenes.
Barto began her exploration of art about 6 years ago,
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08/02/2012
Groundbreaking for Manistee Wellness Center |
New facility will house Crystal Lake Clinic, West Shore Medical Center, and Centra Wellness Network services
Manistee area residents will soon have more choices in health care as three organizations collaborate on a comprehensive wellness center. The new 17,000 square foot Manistee Wellness
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08/01/2012
Traverse Heart and Vascular Expands Clinic in Manistee |
Cardiologists see patients close to home at the Coastline Medical Specialties Building
A third Traverse Heart and Vascular cardiologist will soon offer his services in Manistee. Cardiologist John Raftery, M.D., F.A.C.C., will join cardiologists Daniel Bonifacio, D.O., F.A.C.C., and Dino
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07/29/2012
A Shore Thing to Benefit WSMC |
Don't miss A Shore Thing on Friday, August 10, an evening of casual elegance at Seng’s Marina to benefit West Shore Medical Center. The party starts at 6 p.m. Reservations are required. Admission is $100 per person.
The admission price includes cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner
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07/29/2012
Fantastic Items up for Bid at A Shore Thing! |
Here's a taste of some of the items up for bid in the live and silent auctions at the August 10 A Shore Thing fundraiser to benefit West Shore Medical Center's Cancer & Blood Services Department:
Original A Shore Thing Lighthouse Quilted Wall
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07/18/2012
Family Medicine Physician Joins West Shore Medical Center |
Craig M. Brown, D.O.
Family Medicine physician Craig M. Brown, D.O, has joined the medical staff at West Shore Medical Center.
Dr. Brown is a graduate of the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic
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07/18/2012
West Shore Medical Center Auxiliary Hosts $5 Jewelry Sale |
The West Shore Medical Center Auxiliary will host a $5 jewelry and accessory sale on Tuesday, July 24, 2012, from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the hospital lobby. A variety of costume jewelry, scarves, bags, and more will be available, with all items priced at only $5. Bring your friends and family
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07/12/2012
Works of Debra Van Leen on Exhibit in the Healing Arts Gallery |
Two on a HillPastel by Debra Van Leen
The Healing Arts Gallery at West Shore Medical Center will host an eclectic collection of pastel paintings by Manistee artist Debra Van Leen now through August.
Having worked in
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06/28/2012
WSMC Trustee Beth McCarthy Completes MHA Fellowship |
West Shore Medical Center Trustee Beth McCarthy recently graduated from the Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA) Excellence in Governance Fellowship program. McCarthy and the other graduates, representing hospitals from around the state, were honored at the MHA’s annual meeting on
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06/26/2012
New Lifesaver on the Roads of Manistee County |
West Shore Medical Center’s newest ambulance is hitting the streets to save lives.
West Shore maintains five ambulances in its fleet, all of which have advanced life support (ALS) capabilities, enabling Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel to treat even the most critical cases. Two
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06/25/2012
West Shore Medical Center Enhances Cancer Services |
Hospital will open new Cancer and Blood Services Department
West Shore Medical Center’s cancer services will expand in July with the opening of a new Cancer and Blood Services Department.
“A gap in services was created with the closing of the West Michigan Regional Cancer and
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06/25/2012
Manistee Ford Car Show Raises $2,000 for WSMC Breast Cancer Services |
Manistee Ford’s Third Annual Benefit Classic Car Show, held at Manistee Ford on June 9, raised $2,000 in support of West Shore Medical Center’s commitment to the early detection of breast cancer.
The beautiful weather brought out a large crowd of car enthusiasts and families. All
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06/25/2012
WSMC Awards Scholarships to County Seniors |
The six recipients plan to pursue careers in health care
At a recent West Shore Medical Center Board of Trustees meeting, six $500 scholarships were awarded to graduating Manistee County high school students, courtesy of the Clara Kraus Saari Education Fund.
The annual scholarship is
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06/19/2012
Free Lymphedema Seminar June 21 |
West Shore Medical Center is hosting a free seminar on lymphedema on Thursday, June 21, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Education Center.
Lymphedema is a condition characterized by fluid retention and swelling due to a compromised lymphatic system. Primary lymphedema is caused by a congenital
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06/06/2012
PET Scan Services Now Available at West Shore Medical Center |
Device used in diagnosis of cancer and other conditions
West Shore Medical Center hosted a mobile positron emission tomography (PET) scanning device on Saturday, June 2, as part of its enhanced services at the hospital.
The PET scanning device uses nuclear medicine to produce
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