January 2026 Sparrow Spotlight - Rodrick Cook
Rodrick “Rod” Cook of Transport Services is the January Sparrow Spotlight honoree for his exceptional service at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing.
Seniors Gain Heart Health Knowledge at UM Health-Sparrow
Dozens of area seniors and caregivers kicked off American Heart Month with an education session on atrial fibrillation, the most common heart rhythm disorder.
December 2025 Sparrow Spotlight - Susan Bird
Susan Bird, a UM Health-Sparrow nurse practitioner, earned the December Sparrow Spotlight for her treatment of a patient and family during their end-of-life care.
UM Health-Sparrow Expands Colorectal Surgery Services
UM Health-Sparrow is expanding its colorectal surgery services, to address a growing community need and a national rise in colorectal cancer among younger adults.
UM Health-Sparrow Lansing Announces New Medical Staff Chief
Joseph J. Kochan III, M.D., a longtime anesthesiologist and U.S. Navy veteran, has begun a two-year term as Chief of Medical Staff at UM Health-Sparrow Lansing.
UM Health-Sparrow Installs First-of-its-kind Lab automation
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow activated a new, laboratory automation system that boasts drastically shorter turnaround times for lab tests.
UM Health-Sparrow Earns National Recognition for Maternity Care
UM Health-Sparrow has been recognized as a 2026 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the nation’s top hospitals.
UM Health-Sparrow Carson to Give Thanksgiving Meals to Community
Team members from UM Health-Sparrow Carson are taking the initiative to address food insecurity and strengthen community well-being this holiday season.
UM Health-Sparrow Meeting Need for More Patient Care in Ionia
UM Health-Sparrow Ionia will build a new 31,000 square foot ambulatory clinic center adjacent to the current hospital, after approval from the U-M Board of Regents.
November 2025 Sparrow Spotlight - Noah Hamilton
Noah Hamilton, a UM Health-Sparrow HR specialist, earned the November Sparrow Spotlight for his life-saving chest compressions during a team member's medical emergency.
Celebrating “Power of Rural” With Our Community Hospitals
UM Health-Sparrow is proud to spotlight the incredible work of our community hospitals in Carson City, Charlotte, Ionia, St. Johns and throughout Mid-Michigan.
UM Health-Sparrow Carson Opens New Cardiac Rehabilitation Center
UM Health-Sparrow Carson officially opened its new cardiac rehabilitation center, expanding access to vital recovery services for heart patients in the region.
Habitat for Humanity of Michigan names UM Health-Sparrow Partner of the Year
UM Health-Sparrow was named Corporate Partner of the Year by Habitat for Humanity Capital Region for supporting affordable housing in Lansing.
October 2025 Sparrow Spotlight - Patricia Lewis
Patricia Lewis, RN, from Lansing Urology, is honored for her compassion, teamwork, and dedication to patient care at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow.
AL!VE Women’s Expo
A free women’s expo focusing on health will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday, Nov. 8, at AL!VE, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow’s health park.