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COVID vaccine trials need diverse test subjects, so a doctor rolled up his sleeve
by (metrohealth2019)
Submitted 12-15-2020 under NONPROFITS
Dr. Rakesh Pai understands the lifesaving power of vaccines as a physician, but also from a family perspective. When the opportunity came to volunteer to test one of the new COVID-19 vaccines, he did not hesitate. “Vaccines have saved hundreds...
American Heart Month: Why the Hispanic population is at risk
by (metrohealth2019)
Submitted 02-11-2020 under NONPROFITS
Metro Health – University of Michigan Health cardiologist, Dr. Larry Diaz, a native of Venezuela, says Hispanics are at a higher risk of health conditions that could lead to heart disease, and he’s committed to spreading awareness....
What to expect during your child's wellness visit and how to prepare
by (metrohealth2019)
Submitted 07-26-2019 under NONPROFITS
Caitlin Mlynarek, DO, a pediatrician at Metro Health’s Hudsonville primary care office, explains what parents can expect during well-child visits and offers ways to ease children’s anxiety before appointments. Children grow quickly!...
Spectrum Health to open Community Medicine Clinic for uninsured, underinsured
by (Ana Olvera)
Submitted 08-02-2013 under NEWS
Spectrum Health Medical Group held an open house Friday morning for its new Community Medicine Clinic (CMC) opening Monday, August 5. The clinic, located at 75 Sheldon Boulevard SE, will offer primary care to uninsured or underinsured Grand Rapids...
Glance at the Past - First Woman Doctor
by (WYCE)
Submitted 06-10-2011 under NONPROFITS
This episode of Glance at the Past shares the history of Grand Rapids first women doctors. Frances Armstrong Rutherford was the first to achieve "regular" medical training. She was also the first in Grand Rapids and in the United States to...
Glance at the Past - Dr. Robert W. Claytor
by (WYCE)
Submitted 05-20-2010 under LOCAL LIFE
Dr. Robert W. Claytor (1897 -1989), co-founder of the Urban League and pillar of our African-American community.