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Recognized for Excellent Risk Management The practice of Dr. Bharat Vakharia recognized - 2008-08-18 : Dr. Bharat Vakharia’s practice was recognized for excellence in Risk Management according to American Physicians Assurance Corporation’s 2008 Summer issue of Best Practices. American Physicians’ expert consultants visited 907 medical practices in 2007 to conduct on-site risk management assessments (in Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin). Of these only 83 received an “excellent” rating. Key risk management policies/systems evaluated during the on-site assessment include: tracking systems to follow-up in medical tests, referral, missed appointments, etc.; Medical record documentation; medication and allergy lists, informed consent; relaying of medical information according to policy; routine test reminders; handling of non-compliant patients; communication and on-going risk management education of physicians and staff. “All 83 medical offices that received an “excellent” rating have practices in place to address key risk management issues,” said Carla White, Senior Risk Management Consultant. “They should all be commended for their dedication to superior risk management, patient safety and quality care.” Return to top
“Practice That Sets the Standard” Dr. David Gearring Recognized for Excellent Risk Management of Hospital’s Surgical Anesthesia Practice - 2008-08-28 : Under the Direction of Dr. David Gearring, the Sturgis Hospital’s Surgical practice was recognized as a “Practice That Set’s the Standard” for its excellent risk management practices that ensure the safety of patients while providing them the best medical care. According to American Physicians Assurance Corporation, decades of experience prove less risk means fewer claims but more important—it means better patient care. The on-site risk management assessment was developed to help physicians identify and address possible liability risks before they become a problem for the patient or the hospital. Dr. Gearring is the Chief Anesthesiologist responsible for the coordination and safety of patients through the anesthesia process. He also oversees the hospital’s two anesthesia CRNA providers. “We’re very proud of the quality care provided by our surgical team,” said Rob LaBarge, CEO. “Dr. Gearring provides strong leadership and excellent coordination of the operating room and anesthesia staff.” Return to top
Welcome Dr. James Grannell James Grannell, D.O. -- Orthopedic Surgeon Join Sturgis Hospital Medical Staff - 2008-07-31 : James Grannell, D.O. Sturgis Orthopedics Grobhiser Medical & Professional Building 600 S. Lakeview St., Ste 205 Sturgis, Michigan 49091 269.659.4210 ph 269.659.4229 fax Office hours: 8:00am-5:00pm Monday - Friday Dr. Grannell sees patients in the office all day Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and Tuesday afternoons. (open PDF for Photo and full bio) More details ... Return to top
Hospital Food Isn't What It Use To Be Sturgis Hospital Dietary Department Achieves Award - 2008-07-31 : Sodexo, the nation's leading provider of food and facilities management services, has named Sturgis Hospital Food and Nutrition Services as ‘District Team of the Year.’ The "District Team of the Year" award is given out by SODEXO to Food Service Departments that consistently demonstrate through management; Innovation, service, Sharing, Teamwork, Energy, Respect, Compassion, Financial Achievement, Interpersonal skills, and Leadership toward Client and Customer Satisfaction through Sodexo standards that deliver Value, Service, and Goodwill. Sodexo, Inc. (www.sodexoUSA.com) is a leading integrated food and facilities management services company in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, with $7.3 billion (USD) in annual revenue and 120,000 employees. Sodexo, Inc. serves more than ten million customers daily in corporations, health care, long term care and retirement centers, schools, college campuses, government and remote sites. Sodexo, Inc., headquartered in Gaithersburg, Md., is a member of Sodexo Group, and funds the Sodexo Foundation (www.helpstophunger.org), an independent charitable organization that, since its founding in 1999, has made more than $9.2 million in grants to fight hunger in America. Return to top
New! Bariatric Support Group Sturgis Area Baritatric Support Group - 2008-11-12 : When: Monday evenings Where: Sturgis Hospital lower level meeting rooms Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. There is no fee to attend and no one will be weighed. Our Mission is to give support, answer questions, and provide information to those people who have had, or are going to have, bariatric surgery. This group welcomes all types of surgery patients, i.e., RNY, LapBand, VSG, etc. We also welcome anyone who is just thinking about having the surgery. Your Leader is Pat Root, a certified OH support group leader. Pat had RNY in August 2007. She has completed the requirements thru Obesity Help.Com to become a qualified support group leader. Sessions will include, but not be limited to, sharing stories, answering questions, speakers, and handout materials. For information please e-mail: trishroot39@yahoo.com Obesity Help.Com is a website dedicated to supporting WLS patients both post-op and pre-op. It is highly recommended by the majority of WLS surgeons. More details ... Return to top
Sturgis Hospital Foundation 5K Run/Walk Saturday, August 13, 2011 -- REGISTER NOW! - 2011-06-21 : To register go to www.SignMeUp.com Date: Saturday, August 13, 2011 Time: 8:00am Location: Sturgis Middle School Cross Country Course, 1400 E. Layfayette, Sturgis Fees: Individual $25.00 until July 30th then $27.00; Family of 3 or more $50.00 must be immediate family -- separate registration form needed for each person. Pick-up: Packet pick-up and late registration available same day on site between 6:30am-7:45am Awards: Awards given to the tiop 3 male and female overall walkers, and 3 deep in each age catagory: male and female 14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70 and up. Course: Well groomed cross country course that winds through woods and fields. Contact: Amy Allan at amyjallan@gmail.com About this event: Sturgis Hospital invites you to participate in it's 1st 5k Run/Walk in conjunction with its Health Fair at the Medical Commons. The proceeds from the walk will go to support the Hospital Foundation Special projects. More details ... Return to top
HEALTH FAIR Sturgis Medical Commons -- Sat., Aug 13, 9am-1pm - 2011-08-05 : More details ... Return to top
H1N1 INFLUENZA Prevention Information for H1N1 - 2009-09-09 : H1N1 INFLUENZA It has been about four months since the discovery of the H1N1 Influenza Virus (previously known as “Swine Flu”). This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spreading from person-to-person worldwide, probably in much the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) indicated that a pandemic of H1N1 flu was underway. Since the WHO declaration of a pandemic, the new H1N1 virus has continued to spread, with the number of countries reporting cases of H1N1 nearly doubling. The United States continues to report the largest number of H1N1 cases of any country worldwide. For more information about symtoms and risks print the Flu brochure or contact Sarah Hagen 269 659-4295 More details ... Return to top
Sturgis Hospital ER welcomes Dr. Colberg Here's how to get your medical records and pay bills - 2010-03-18 : Sturgis Hospital bids welcome to Dr. Douglas Colberg to the full time ER medical staff. If you were a family practice patient of Dr. Colberg's your Medical Records may be obtained (after March 31, 2010) by faxing the attached PDF Medical Release Form to Laurie Eagy, Sturgis Medical Group Administrative Assistant Fax # 269 659-6746 --- 48 HOURS NOTICE REQUIRED FOR RECORDS RETRIEVAL. For questions call Laurie Eagy at 269 659-6748. Payment may be made to Dr. Douglas Colberg, 67765 Marian Tr., Sturgis, Mi 49091. For billing questions call Heather Swett at 269-625-3583. To locate another family physician, please call Sturgis Hospital's Find-a-doctor line 269 659-9853. More details ... Return to top
Chefs, Beer, Live Music and a Cop Comedian -- what is it ??? OCKTOBERFEST....coming Oct 7th - 2011-09-28 : More details ... Return to top
ROOF-SIT CHALLENGE for United Way Admin Vs. Medical Staff on Oct 12, 12-6pm - 2011-09-28 : More details ... Return to top
Name Home Care Elite for the Third Consecutive Year! Sturgis Home Health Care ranks in the Top 25 Percent - 2008-12-15 : Sturgis Home Health Care Three-peat’s it’s ranking in the Top 25 Percent of Home Health Providers in the Country. [Sturgis, MI – December, 15 2008] — Sturgis Hospital’s Sturgis Home Health Care today announced that it has been named, for the third consecutive year, to the 2008 HomeCare Elite, a compilation of the most successful Medicare-certified home health care providers in the United States. This annual review identifies the top 25 percent of agencies, ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality outcomes, quality improvement and financial performance. The 2008 HomeCare Elite also indicates those providers who are included in the Top 100 and Top 500 of providers nationwide. The data used for this analysis was compiled from publicly available information. “The 2008 HomeCare Elite winners exemplify a commitment to providing their patients with optimum care while performing at the highest level,” said Nancy Buller, Senior Director of Marketing Communications at OCS, Inc. "We congratulate Sturgis Home Health Care on being one of the Top home care agencies in the country." Sturgis Home Health Care Manager, Dawn Patrick, RN, credits dedicated and caring staff with the company’s ability to rank as one of the HomeCare Elite. Patrick said, "This recognition confirms that you don’t have to be one of the biggest to be one of the best." “DecisionHealth would like to congratulate the top HomeCare Elite agencies that achieved excellent clinical and financial outcomes by providing quality care to their patients,” adds Marci Heydt, Executive Editor of DecisionHealth’s Home Health Line. The 2008 HomeCare Elite is the only performance recognition of its kind in the home health industry. The 2008 HomeCare Elite is brought to the industry by OCS, Inc., the leading provider of healthcare informatics, and DecisionHealth, publisher of home care’s most respected independent newsletter …home health line. The entire list of the 2008 HomeCare Elite agencies can be viewed by visiting the OCS web site at www.ocsys.com/HCE. Return to top
TOP 100 HOSPITAL Sturgis Hospital Recognized - 2009-10-19 : STURGIS HOSPITAL HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED AS A COMMUNITY VALUE TOP 100 HOSPITAL BY CLEVERLEY + ASSOCIATES [Sturgis, MI –– October 2009] Sturgis Hospital was recently recognized as a top-ranked Community Value Provider by Cleverley + Associates (Columbus, OH). Cleverley + Associates, a leading healthcare financial consulting firm specializing in operational benchmarking and performance enhancement strategies, released the findings as part of its new publication: State of the Hospital Industry — 2009 Edition. “This report affirms our continuous commitment to provide the highest quality primary and secondary health care to the communities we serve by exercising responsible stewardship of our resources,” says Rob LaBarge. “This is the third year we have been ranked among the nations top 100 hospitals.” See pdf news release for more info. More details ... Return to top
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