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Press Releases "Changes in Cardiovascular Care that will Affect You" Perinatal mood disorder support group Sodexho names BCHS associate 'Manager of the Year' BCHS physician to discuss osteoarthritis and hip resurfacing One "Heck" of a Surgery Option BCHS RN's Show Their Colors BCHS cancer physicians chosen as top oncologists BCHS Wound Healing Center tackling medical mysteries Grocery Tours for Diabetics BCHS announces new influenza vaccination policy January 2009 Community Life Enhancement Calendar* Neurosurgeon to present on options in managing lower back pain Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS physician to speak on new treatments for cataracts and age-related eye diseases BCHS Delivers First Baby of the Year BCHS nurse navigator certified as BSE instructor Sorority raises funds for cancer fund BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' Shoulder Pain: Treatment and Repair Giving Thanks Away From Home BCHS exceeds United Way goal December Health Calendar* Youth ChalleNGe learn culinary skills at BCHS and Northpointe Woods Battle Creek Health System receives Governor's Award Again Four BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' Diabetic senior can take steps to keep mobility BCHS initiative recieves Trinity Awards COPD can take your breath away Six BCHS nureses honored at the state level Diabetes exercise program offered at BCHS 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS Foot Care Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS physician to speak on maintaining healthy lungs and living with lung disease BCHS pharmacists to discuss medication safety BCHS physician to discuss flu prevention Comais receive health care leadership award
November Health Calendar* Battle Creek Health System receives 5-star rating for joint replacement surgery BCHS looks for input on CEO search BCHS offers new options for thoracic surgery Childhood Obesity Leads to Weighty Health Issues - BCHS offers tips for a healthy Halloween BCHS physician to speak on breast cancer Cancer Healing Garden Ribbon Cutting BCHS dedicates new cancer healing garden Flu season is just around the corner October Health Calendar* New Healing Garden* Prostate Fair, Free Treatment Options Dinner Sept 24, 2008* Free Prostate Screenings and Treatment Health Information Fair* Dr. Stephen Robinson joins BCHS Wound Healing Center BCHS offers prostate screening and public forum Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS COPD can take your breath away Chewing gum may help you and your baby BCHS helps Charitable Union and CityLinC 'stuff-a-bus' BCHS physician to speak on cancer screening Felpausch Foundation golf outing helps BCHS cancer fund Massage therapist to discuss aids in the healing process Nursing Symposium Planned for September 26 BCHS awarded full accreditation by state medical society August Volunteer of the Month BCHS CEO tapped for Trinity position BCHS physician to discuss managing chronic disease BCHS listed among the top 100 in the nation again RML building new patient service center New surgical technology piloted at BCHS Dr. Wendy French Joins BCHS August Health Calendar * Dr. Girardot Retires Kick Up Your Heals and Your Heart Rate BCHS orthopeadic surgeon to speak at Athens health fair BCHS Welcomes New Medical Oncologist Pre-Diabetes Workshop Scheduled at BCHS July Health Calendar * BCHS educator receives second certification BCHS podiatrist to discuss care and treatment of foot conditions BCHS Auxiliary names 2008 scholarship winners BCHS Auxiliary presents financial gift to hospital BCHS offers series on COPD BCHS part of national wound healing registry BCHS manager becomes board certified Newborns receive books at BCHS June Health Calendar (Adobe PDF) BCHS associates honored 'Stitch-A-Thon' helps BCHS breast cancer patients BCHS dietician to speak about cancer and nutrition BCHS physician to discuss advancements in treatments of asthma & allergies Local programs leading the way for those suffering with chronic diseases BCHS recognized again as 'Best & Brightest' BCHS physician to discuss health benefits of regular exercise BCHS to celebrate National Hospital Week Health outcomes congress report to be shared with the community The benefits of genetic testing Diabetics 50 and older urged to take test for leg disease Youth ChalleNGe learn at BCHS and other community sites Pre-Diabetes Workshop Scheduled at BCHS Volunteering is good for your health May Health Calendar (Adobe PDF) BCHS physician to discuss spirituality and medicine BCHS Nurse Receives Perinatal Award Live Life to the End BCHS nurse passes 30-year milestone BCHS occupational therapist to discuss Parkinson's disease BCHS physician to discuss women's health gynecologic issues Women's Surgery Seminar April 24 (Adobe PDF) "You Only Die Once" event May 6 and May 7 (Adobe PDF) BCHS upgrades its translator services BCHS physician to discuss osteoarthritis - 'taking treatment to a new level' BCHS hosting cancer symposium Volunteer Showcase for April (Adobe PDF) BCHS physician honored by state medical society BCHS physician receives AMA Foundation award BCHS Offering Sports Physicals BCHS athletic trainer certified in golf fitness April Health Calendar (Adobe PDF) COPD can take your breath away BCHS VP accepts position in Idaho BCHS physician to present about diabetes and the complications BCHS surgeon to speak on prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer You don't snooze ... you lose Leap Year Baby Born at BCHS Local physician/author to autograph books at BCHS Meet the da Vinci Surgeons Volunteer Showcase for March (Adobe PDF) RML announces promotion 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS March Health Calendar (Adobe PDF) BCHS physician to speak on new developments in arthritis treatment BCHS physician to speak on cholesterol and heart disease New surgery system from Stryker installed in BCHS operating rooms BCHS offering seminar on women's health and cancer, and a hands-on test drive of a 'cutting-edge' surgery robot Transportation program announced for area cancer patients RML promotes two employees New Cancer Care Center Open House! Come ' testdrive' the daVinci 'S' HD surgical robot! BCHS dietician to speak about cancer and nutrition Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS in 2008 BCHS physician to speak on new developments in arthritis treatment Soul food chef will have Battle Creek cookin' Volunteer Showcase for January (Adobe PDF) February Health Calendar (Adobe PDF) BCHS to add surgical robotics to its healing arsenal BCHS Partners with American Cancer Society on Cancer Resource Center BCHS surgeon to discuss osteoarthritis and hip resurfacing as a new surgical option 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS BCHS delivers first baby of New Year BCHS physician to discuss fibromyalgia BCHS associates salute VAMC patients Battle Creek Health System installs 64-Slice CT scanner January Health Calendar* BCHS receives gift of standup wheelchair BCHS physicians are waiting to see you, not vice versa GERD - Acid Reflux and the Sleep Disorder Connection BCHS physician to speak on topic of Osteoporosis The Cancer Care Center 2007 Annual Report BCHS Auxiliary Recognized Local vet's office 'ponies' up support for cancer BCHS physician offers gift suggestions for friends and families coping with illnesses Cancer Center expansion project completed at BCHS Giving Thanks Away From Home December Health Calendar* The Haven supports BCHS pediatric unit BCHS physician to speak on healthy living: 'When to Get Health Checkups' Stylish check presented to BCHS Two BCHS nurses selected to attend state leadership conference BCHS Physician to speak on Maintaining Healthy Lungs & Lung Disease Dr. Girardot receives health care leadership award BCHS offers final meeting in the series on COPD BCHS Volunteer Showcase Irene Mellich BCHS Volunteer Showcase Judy Brown Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS BCHS is scheduling grocery tours for diabetics If you don’t snooze, you lose BCHS Family Birth Center places 3rd in SIDS walk BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' Battle Creek Health System Patient Outcomes Superior Foot Care Clinic Offered at BCHS Local groups hosting diabetes health fair Battle Creek Health System Recognizes Diabetes Awareness Month Physician to discuss Seasonal Affective Disorder Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS October Health Calendar* Battle Creek Health System Receives Governor's Award Dr. Potempa receives BCHS Physician Recognition Award New technology heals old fractures Cervical Cancer Education Program September 7, 2007 Which exercises are best for you? Local ortho surgeons working with BCHS Orthopaedic Renewal Center America's Walk for Diabetes Coming to Calhoun County September Health Calendar* Golf event helps BCHS cancer Medication Fund BCHS announces physician co-champions for hospital's new Orthopaedic Renewal Center™ BCHS now testing blood sugar levels of all adult patients house-wide BCHS Announces New Surgery Director BCHS orthopaedic center is a 'joint' effort BCHS listed among the top 25 in the nation again August Health Calendar* 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS BCHS Wound Healing Center names Clinical Manager Don't Let An Infection Ruin Your Summer July Health Calendar* BCHS Physician Offers Alternative Knee & Hip Arthritis Treatment Options Dr. Barrett receives distinguished alumni award from FSU June Health Calendar* Newborns receive books at BCHS BCHS associates honored Three long-time BCHS physicians retire First Mother's Day Baby Born at BCHS BCHS offers series on COPD BCHS Diabetes Center recognized by ADA New private patient rooms and surgery waiting room open at BCHS MRI scans for breast cancer recommended for at-risk women National Nurses' Week celebrated May 6-12 BCHS names new oncology director Local family enters the '21st Century' together BCHS physician to discuss advancements in the treatment of osteoarthritis May Health Calendar* Two BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' Health Care Organizations Partner to Become Tobacco-Free Aging Successfully Senior Health Partners in collaboration with the Forks Senior Center presents: All about diabetes and the complications BCHS now testing blood sugar levels of all adult patients For diabetics, foot ulcers are a big deal Iditarod race passes through BCHS cardiac rehab department 'Stitch-A-Thon' helps BCHS breast cancer patients Physicians Recognized as Part of National Doctors Day, March 30 BCHS Receives WKKF Grant for Chronic Care Study Local Kiwanis club supports BCHS pediatric unit BCHS to honor local physicians Wound Center physicians, not time, labor to heal all wounds BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' Headaches and Migraines: Understanding the Cause and How To Treat Them True Sisters of Mercy BCHS Physician to Discuss New Treatment Options for Varicose Veins and Leg Pain Free Parkinson's Clinic Colorectal cancer awareness can save lives March Health Calendar* A shared commitment of caring BCHS offers series on COPD BCHS to host colorectal cancer symposium DeRuiter selected to lead BCHS patient advocate program BCHS physician receives AMA Foundation award BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' February Health Calendar* 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS Stuffed toys donated to BCHS BCHS physician to discuss advancements in the treatment of hip and knee arthritis January Health Calendar* Barr re-certified by diabetes board Preventing Frostbite and Hypothermia Stress-Free Family Holidays Digital mammography now available at BCHS Youth open their garage door and their hearts BCHS new surgery center opens BCHS has a ‘mean machine’ Giving Thanks Three BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' December Health Calendar* Allergies, Asthma, Post Nasal Drip: The GERD Connection BCHS goes 'public' with its private rooms This is the only 'chili' service you will be served at the hospital BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' 'Pre-Diabetes' Workshop Scheduled at BCHS Foot Care Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS is scheduling grocery tours for diabetics Local groups hosting diabetes health fair November Health Calendar* Baarson named BCHS executive director of outpatient services Crawford named BCHS VP Exercise and Depression - Walking Works! BCHS hosting Sleep Night seminar October Health Calendar* Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS Participates in United Way Day of Caring The Aging Eye BCHS physician to talk about chronic pain and depression Grateful for support of medical mission trip Free Congestive Heart Failure Educational Program Offered September Health Calendar* Open MRI to Open Soon in Southwest Michigan August Health Calendar* Open MRI coming to Battle Creek BCHS is a 'healing' place BCHS listed among the top 25 in the nation BCHS is Adding 30 New Private Rooms HBC Slam Dunk for Cancer! BCHS physician to talk about abnormal uterine bleeding Dr. Tehrani elected chief of staff at BCHS July Health Calendar* Dr. Yankama appointed cancer liaison physician at BCHS BCHS welcomes Dr. Casale, MD FACS June Health Calendar* Immunization clinics scheduled in June BCHS ‘presents’ to a national audience May Health Calendar* BCHS Associates Honored BCHS physician re-elected to state medical board BCHS recognized again as 'Best & Brightest' BCHS to celebrate National Hospital Week LHBD Winner BCHS approved for a Kresge Foundation 'challenge' gran BCHS dietary department helps Food Bank Living With Arthritis BCHS receives 'Outstanding Achievement Award' for cancer care Students Express Thanks to Others Battle Creek Health System Ranked Among Top Five Percent Nationally for Patient Safety April Health Calendar* BCHS to Honor Local Physicians Physicians Recognized as Part of National Doctors Day, March 30 Lifespan opens new hospice residence BCHS Physician to Speak on Kidney Health Two BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' Rock-a-Bye Baby Rockers Endeavor students help young hospital patients persevere Pre-diabetes class being offered at BCHS New BCHS procedure 'blasts' kidney stones Pneumatic Tube Connecting Hospital with Medical Laboratory February Health Calendar* Questions to Ask Your Pharmacist About Your Medicines Immunization Clinics Scheduled in February BCHS receives premier cancer program designation 'with commendation' Medicare B therapy limitations explained Preventive cardiac care after 65 - Is it worth the trouble? BCHS Delivers First Baby of New Year January Health Calendar* BCHS Undertaking Two Health Care Projects BCHS Physician to Speak on Women's Health Issues Local Army Guard Specialist Given Special Care December Health Calendar* Two BCHS Nurses Honored BCHS Nurses Raise Awareness About SIDS Scrap Booking Company Supports Local Cancer Programs BCHS Nurse Earns Certification Designation Two-Year Project Improves Patient Safety in Michigan Hospital ICUs; BCHS Among the Leaders November Health Calendar* Surgeon to Speak on Prevention and Treatment of Lung Cancer Joe Stewart Receives Health Care Leadership Award Battle Creek Health System Recognized Among Best in State for Vascular Services Battle Creek Health System welcomes Travis D. Terrell, MD, FACOG Battle Creek Health System welcomes Matthew B. Woods, IV, MD Battle Creek Health System welcomes Brian D. Greene, MD Flu Shot: A Real Shot in the Arm 'Bike Rally of Hope' BCHS Hosts Breast Cancer Symposium BCHS Physician and Associates Go 'Above and Beyond' October Health Calendar* Immunization Clinics Scheduled in October Our Birth Center Physicians BCHS medical oncology director to talk about breast cancer Hurricane survivor looking for relatives BCHS Associates Harvest Hope for Annual United Way Day of Caring The Healing Power of Children's Gifts HBC hits a third homerun for ACS and BCHS BCHS physician to talk about how to maintain a healthy prostate BCHS emergency department manager named Public Notice - JCAHO Survey BCHS hosting breastfeeding open house BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' August Health Calendar * Immunization clinics scheduled in August Golf event helps BCHS Cancer Medication Fund BCHS receives gift from local Junior League Lakeview Lions support BCHS diabetes program PIA sales manager receives health insurance award Relay For Life 18 BCHS patients 'walk' to the bridge July Health Calendar * Three BCHS associates become credentialed in breast sonography Graduate Nurses Join BCHS Intern Program June Health Calendar * Study: Battle Creek Health System Among Best in the Nation for Patient Safety BCHS associate honored for advocacy work BCHS Nurse Hero Honored Again May Health Calendar * BCHS Cancer Care Center ranks high in colon cancer treatment Battle Creek Health System Moves Toward Greater Patient Safety with Paperless Electronic Health Records Quick snapshot of the advantages of the new computer system at BCHS BCHS again ranked among the best in orthopaedic services * IHP receives recertification April Health Calendar * BCHS receives additional recognition for its cancer programs Colorectal cancer kits available throughout Calhoun County Cancer specialist to speak on colorectal cancer March Health Calendar * America's Walk for Diabetes Great cancer care available close to home Dr. Girardot Helps Lead New Digital Hospital Record System Brachytherapy for prostate cancer BCHS patients 'walking to the Bridge' February Health Calendar * BCHS offers gourmet service and food BCHS again ranked among the best for cancer care Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS delivers first baby of New Year January Health Calendar * BCHS awarded full accreditation by state medical society Dr. Badarinath Receives Physician Recognition Award Three BCHS nurses earn BSN degrees BCHS nurse earns certification designation Final immunization clinics scheduled this month December Health Calendar* Thanksgiving comes in all sizes Latex products being replaced at BCHS Winner donates prize to local Cancer Care Center BCHS Sleep Center awarded accreditation Dr. McGrath appointed cancer liaison physician at BCHS Jack Mawdsley receives healthcare leadership award Battle Creek Health System breaks ground on new building project BCHS hires new speech-language pathologist New Visitation Policies Announced at BCHS Birth Center BCHS Awarded Accreditation from Joint Commission BCHS pulmonary rehab program awarded certification Day Of Caring Two BCHS nurses earn BSN degrees Hospitals Appeal CMS Decision HBC hits a second homerun for ACS and BCHS BCHS rewards excellence in customer service Bringing Smiles to the Cancer Care Center BCHS participating in ICU quality improvement project Calhoun County Hospitals to File Appeal with CMS Calhoun County is that 'kind' of place Immunization clinics scheduled in August BCHS offers computer-aided detection for breast imaging DENSO receives local award Important Notice: Calhoun County Health Care to be Slashed by Over $7 Million Local bands rock for cancer victims Dr. Walk Elected Chief of Staff at BCHS BCHS expands its aquatic therapy BCHS recognized as 'Best & Brightest' BCHS delivers babies to the Web Immunization clinics scheduled in June Trinity Health receives national quality award Newborns receive books at BCHS BCHS associates honored by KCC Mulder named outstanding associate at BCHS BCHS rewards excellence in customer service BCHS-A Tradition of Caring for Family BCHS associates clean out closets for Charitable Union BCHS associate goes 'above and beyond' Stitch-a-thon helps BCHS cancer patients Cancer survivor displays art at BCHS BCHS associates support the Food Bank Australian motivational speaker coming to Battle Creek Sign Up for County-Wide Diabetes Walk BCHS hosting health care career open house BCHS site of 'Olympian' efforts BCHS provides free colon cancer testing kits Battle Creek Health System 2004 Speakers’ Bureau BCHS receives five-star rating BCHS nurse managers complete leadership training BCHS 'intent' on selling former Community Hospital BCHS ranked among the best in the U.S. for cancer care Two BCHS nurses earn BSN degrees Dr. McGrath receives board certification in medical oncology BCHS Auxiliary recognized by state organization Congratulations to the Cancer Care Center Dr. Ignaczak to chair BCHS board of trustees Tsoumas retires from BCHS board chair position First 2004 Baby Born in Calhoun County at Battle Creek Health System Holiday Music Helps BCHS Patients Dr. Bhan Receives Physician Recognition Award Physician Liaison Named at BCHS BCHS Family Birth Center fills holiday stockings BCHS Receives Dialysis Award Admitting Coverage Thanks Worth Giving Thanksgiving comes in all sizes The Flu is Coming Golf outing benefits BCHS Cancer Care Center BCHS to Host Healthy Cooking Fair Senator Schwarz receives healthcare leadership award VFW Auxiliary Makes Gift to BCHS BCHS adds New Therapies to its Cancer-Fighting Arsenal Diabetes Event Set for Full Blast Smoking Cessation Clinic Offered at BCHS BCHS Food Nutrition Recognized for Outstanding Service BCHS listed among 'Best Hospitals' BCHS Nurse Receives Perinatal Award BCHS Announces New Surgery Director BCHS associates go 'above and beyond' BCHS Cancer Care Center Staff Earn Top Marks Nationally for Customer Service! BCHS caregivers given 'Blessing of Hands' Arts, Technology May Help Dementia Patients Diabetes More Common in Snorers, Problem Sleepers CDC: Obesity Fastest Growing Health Threat In U.S. Panel Recommends 12 Steps for Cutting Cancer Deaths Task Force Targets U.S. Diabetes Epidemic Foot Care Clinic Offered at BCHS HBC hits a homerun for ACS and BCHS Dr. Bhan named Critical Care medical director at BCHS New online: Regional Medical Lab Mock disaster helps health care providers prepare for emergencies BCHS patients part of landmark cancer study; drug reduces risk of developing prostate cancer Eurpsville Collectibles available at BCHS PET scanner available at BCHS Unusual Baby Names Native American Names & Meanings Top 10 Baby Names for Girls & Boys Sexual Assault Services Needs Volunteers * Local Cancer Center Leads Region in Technology and Care BCHS Celebrates National Nurses' Week!
Welcoming New Physicians BCHS Welcomes Dr. Alex * BCHS Welcomes Dr. Chalasani to our Community * Battle Creek Health System welcomes Deborah Ann Dell, D.O. Battle Creek Health System welcomes Joseph Mardelli, M.D.
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