Area Hospitals
| University of Michigan Health – West | As part of one of the nation’s top-ranked health systems, we are proud to take the name of University of Michigan Health-West. |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is called to express the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by providing behavioral health services with professional excellence, Christian integrity, and compassion. |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital | Providing high-value rehabilitation and post-acute care. |
| Trinity Health St. Mary’s Grand Rapids | Saint Mary’s is affiliated with the Mercy Health Partners. |
| Corewell Health | Spectrum Health is now Corewell Health and has two full service hospitals in Kent County – Blodgett Campus and Butterworth Campus. |
Osteopathic
Michigan Osteopathic Association
http://www.domoa.org/
http://www.domoa.org/
American Osteopathic Association
http://www.osteopathic.org/
Advocates for the Michigan Osteopathic Association
https://www.domoa.org/amoa
Colleges and Universities
| Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine | The Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM) is the osteopathic medical school of Michigan State University located in East Lansing, Michigan. The college grants the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree, as well as a DO/PhD combined degree for students interested in training as physician-scientists. MSUCOM operates two satellite campuses in Macomb and Detroit. The college is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) and by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine consistently is ranked among the top medical schools in the US. U.S. News & World Report | |
| Michigan State University College of Human Medicine | Founded in 1966 and located in East Lansing, Michigan, the mission of the College of Human Medicine is to educate and develop exemplary physicians, discover and disseminate new knowledge, and provide service to the people of the state through education, research, clinical, and outreach programs. | |
| University of Michigan Medical School | Founded in 1848 and located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Medical School has been recognized nationally as a premiere site for state-of-the-art research activites, innovative medical education, and pioneering clinical care. | |
| Wayne State University School of Medicine | Founded in 1868 and located in Detroit, Michigan, the School of Medicine’s mission is to provide first-rate medical education while leading the field through research and patient care. | |
National Medical Sites
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | The CDC is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people – at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. | |
| HHS Office of Civil Rights (OCR) | The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights is the office designated for HIPAA compliance. This site will answer questions about the HIPAA rule. | |
| National Institutes of Health (NIH) | The NIH today is one of the world’s foremost medical research centers, and the federal focal point for medical research in the U.S. | |
| National Library of Medicine (NLM) | Every significant program of the NLM is represented, from medical history to biotechnology. It is hoped the resources of the world’s largest biomedical library will find ever wider useful application around the nation and around the world. | |
| U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) | HHS is the United States government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves. | |
| U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | FDA’s mission is to promote and protect the public health by helping safe and effective products reach the market in a timely way, and monitoring products for continued safety after they are in use. Its work is a blending of law and science aimed at protecting consumers. | |
Other
| Grand Rapids African American Health Institute | The GRAAHI mission is to promote health care parity in the Grand Rapids African American community through advocacy, education and research to achieve positive health outcomes. | |
| Kent County Medical Society | The Kent County Medical Society is a professional association, uniting the physicians in Kent County into a mutual, neutral organization; preserving and promoting the health of the citizens of Kent County, the physician/patient relationship, the medical profession, and the interests of physicians. | |
| Kent County Medical Society Alliance | Kent County Medical Society Alliance advances the well being of our county through health-related philanthropy and advocacy, and promotes camaraderie among physician families through all seasons of their lives. Our mission has benefitted members since 1932. | |
| Kent Medical Foundation | Established in 1961, the Kent Medical Foundation exists to provide educational financial assistance to medical students and physicians in order to further the development of Kent County and West Michigan as an outstanding medical community. Newly trained health professionals are encouraged to consider launching their medical career in West Michigan. | |
| MGMA | Michigan Medical Group Management Association | |
| Michigan Legislature Infornation Website | To locate your Representative or Senator, and for information on current state legislation. | |
| Van Andel Institute | Web site for Van Andel Research Institute and Van Andel Education Institute. | |