Calvin Retz, Biomedical Equip Technician I Candace Cullen, General Duty Nurse
Carley Fray, General Duty Nurse
Carly Payne, Mail Clerk
Carolyn Shahid, Environmental Aide
Caylen Harris, Radiology Student
Charles Strong, Cart Attendant
Chelsea Tinker, Porter
Chloe Rogers, Physician Biller
Christina Davis, Endoscopy Technician
WELCOME NEW HIRES
Christina Williams, Sterile Processor
Courtney Morgan, Physical Therapist Student
Daejaney Williams, Environmental Aide
Danielle King, Respiratory Therapy Extern
David Covell, General Duty Nurse-BSN
DeBrice Aikins, Senior Cook
Deondre Daniels, Environmental Technician
Dima Mashal, General Duty Nurse
Emily Robertson, Respiratory Therapist-Reg
Erick Siegel, Public Safety Officer
Erika Thomas, Sterile Processor
Gabriella Meyer, Nurse Extern
Gwendaline Warning, Occupational Therapy Student
Hanna Kim, Speech & Language Pathology Student
Iyonna Marshall, Environmental Aide
Jacob Rhodes, Physical Therapy Student
Jalen Finney, Laboratory Assistant
Jalika Bah, Sterile Processor
Jason Ferguson, General Duty Nurse
Jeffrey Fike, Recruiter
Jeongmin Hyun, Physical Therapy Student
Jessica Roberts, Dietitian-Registered
Jessica Smith, General Duty Nurse
Jillaine Robinson, Medical Technologist-Certified
Justin Mills, Physical Therapist Student
Kaleea Preuss-Harper, Assistant Medical Staff Coordinator
Karl Magnuson, Physical Therapy Student
Karlee Weissend, Graduate Nurse
Kelley Gipson, Host/Hostess
Kerri Edwards, General Duty Nurse
Krystal Coombs, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Lashawn Baker, Social Work Intern
Latori Knapp, Laboratory Clerk
Lauren Torok, Nurse Extern
Lenia Williams, Laboratory Assistant
Lonnie Williams, General Duty Nurse
Loreal Furchak, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Marie Ferguson, Host/Hostess
Megan Voss, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Micheal Scott Premo, General Duty Nurse
Mieke Scaggs, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Myrna Bottrell, General Duty Nurse
Nichole Hefner, Respiratory Therapist-Reg
Nyausha Bohannon, Laboratory & Morgue Aide
Paige Bernath, Physical Therapist Student
Paul Miller, Environmental Technician
Rachel Kramer, Occupational Therapy Student
Rhonda Smith, Coder
Richa Shrestha, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Richmond Antwi, Sterile Processor
Rika Doby, Laboratory Clerk
Roosevelt Hooks, Host/Hostess
Sandra Bliss, Physician Biller
Sandra Kus, Assistant Biller
Sara Nankervis, Pre-Graduate Nurse Extern
Sarah Pierce, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Sarah VanDyke, Physical Therapist Student
Sarha Hall, General Duty Nurse
Savoyia Williams, Laboratory Assistant
Sequoyah Ngo, Information Technology Extern
Shakela Cooper, Porter
Shalanda Taylor, Ambulatory Clinic Clerical Asst
Sharon Callahan, Laboratory Assistant
Shelby Turner, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Stephanie Harris, Nurse Anesthetist
Tameka Jones, Nursing Assistant
Tasha Wade, Environmental Aide
Tequila Jackson, General Duty Nurse
Terry Townsend, Host/Hostess
Thomas Miller, Porter
Tiana Faulkner, Environmental Aide
Tiffanie McCall, Nursing Assistant
Tina Roberts, Maternal Fetal Medicine Associate
Toni Little, Environmental Aide
Tonya Louis, Medical Assistant-Certified
Trent Evans, Porter
Trinity Frey, Medical Technologist-Certified
Vikki Fant, General Duty Nurse-BSN
Yashica Cooper, Host/Hostess
YaToya Holmes, Insurance Services Specialist
reading This December, Hurley DEI is highlighting Persons with Disabilities
I AM NOT A LABEL
recommended streaming recommended podcast
In this stylishly illustrated biography anthology, meet 34 artists, thinkers, athletes, and activists with disabilities, from past and present. Find out how these iconic figures have overcome obstacles, owned their differences, and paved the way for others by making their bodies and minds work for them.
These short biographies tell the stories of people who have faced unique challenges that have not stopped them from becoming trailblazers, innovators, advocates, and makers. Each person is a leading figure in their field, be it sports, science, math, art, break-dancing, or the world of pop.
RISING PHOENIX
Rising Phoenix is a Netflix documentary about the history and legacy of the Paralympic Games. Directed by Peter Ettedgui and Ian Bonhote, the film seamlessly blends a sweeping history of the Paralympics with interviews of today’s most prominent Paralympians.
Streaming on Netflix
DISABILITY VISIBILITY
Alice Wong launched the Disability Visibility podcast in 2017 as host, coaudio producer, and writer. Her podcast features conversations on politics, culture, and media with disabled people. If you’re interested in disability rights, social justice, and intersectionality, this show is for you.
RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
The Radiology Department is Hurley’s Team of the Season. Rick Barker, Director of Radiology, Respiratory & Neurology Services was interviewed for this article but all team members in all the areas that make up Radiology are being recognized. Rick explains just how busy the Radiology Department is, stating, “The demand for Radiology services is higher than ever. These images create a road map to the diagnosis and treatment to a large population of patients across all age spectrums. With Hurley being a Level 1 Trauma Center as well as a Children’s Hospital, our technicians’ expertise and knowledge really stands out."
Radiology is a department that consists of many areas, including X-ray, Interventional Radiology, CT, Ultrasound, MRI, Nuclear Medicine and Vascular. Two supervisors, Laquendra Franklin and Pretoria Eagle, lead
this amazing team. Radiology is an integral part in the diagnostic process of almost every patient seen at Hurley, both inpatient and outpatient. The team in Radiology always pulls together to cover where they are needed. Team members assist NICU, Adult Care, Pediatrics, the Emergency Department and even Surgery.
With the high demand for our services, teamwork is essential for us to provide our patients with the best care. This team works very well together, especially when in high-pressure situations. They are very competent. Rick noted, “There are so many different relationships that have developed between all of these coworkers. They are definitely like a family and take pride in being part of the overall team that is here at Hurley Medical Center."
"Radiology’s role is central to disease management. The tools and techniques that we have available here at Hurley can detect, stage, and determine the treatment plan for the patient. It takes a high level of expertise to obtain high-quality images that give detailed information about what is going on with the patient. Hurley is fortunate to have such hard working team members in our Radiology Department."
Richard Barker Director of Radiology, Respiratory & Neurology Services
RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
"As the Radiology Supervisor, these past couple years have been a challenge for our entire staff. However, my team has stayed strong and resilient throughout this whole pandemic, all by providing a visual aid to help the doctors to perform the best treatment to our patient population. We are a strong and mighty team and we are always ready!"
La'Quendra Franklin R.T (R) RDMS Supervisor of Radiology
"Radiology is a skill set that is often overlooked. Our staff provides the roadmap to a patient's diagnosis and treatment. During the pandemic, we (Radiology) fought tirelessly to provide Hurley's care teams with the tools needed to treat our patients. Radiology has a wonder team of technologists who come with an array of knowledge in multiple modalities. From Diagnostic Xray, Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, Interventional Radiology, Ultrasound and Vascular Ultrasound, Radiology is considered the window to the first steps of your health."
Pretoria Eagle Supervisor of Radiology
The Team of the Season Award is our way of recognizing the teamwork that is so important at Hurley in assisting the fulfillment of our mission of “Clinical Excellence, Service to People”.
Teams are awarded this recognition based on their demonstration of a collaborative spirit, mutual accountability, support to others, fulfillment of Hurley’s mission and overall positive attitude.
To Nominate: Complete nomination form on Hurley’s Intranet and submit or drop your nomination in a HMC Voicebox.
November 7, 2023
ABC12
Medical Monday: Cardiac Rehab Prevents Heart Attacks
Haley Rugenstein from Hurley Medical Center presenting on how research shows cardiac rehabilitation keeps patients healthy and reduces the risk of another heart attack by 25%.
November 13, 2023
ABC12
Medical Monday: Doctor explains flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines
Dr. Yaseen Rafe'e of Hurley Medical Center explains the influenza, COVID-19 and RSV vaccines available as the cold and flu season ramps up.
November 17, 2023
Mid-Michigan NOW
Hurley Healthy Living Series: Solutions to Incontinence & Pelvic Pain
Announcement of Hurley Healthy Living Virtual Event scheduled for November 21, 2023 at 3:00pm regarding “Solutions to Incontinence & Pelvic Pain.”
November 17, 2023
WNEM
11-Year-Old Boy Hit by Car Halloween Released from Hurley’s Children Hospital
An 11-year-old boy who was critically injured on Halloween after he was hit by a car while trick-or-treating in Flushing was released from Hurley Children's Hospital.
November 20, 2023
ABC12
Medical Monday: Hurley physician plants emergency rooms around the world
Dr. Rockefeller Oteng of Hurley Medical Center has helped establish emergency rooms at hospitals around the world.
November 27, 2023
ABC12
Stroke Study
Reverend Doctor Sarah Bailey explains the warning signs for a stroke and what is being done to care for people who have suffered a stroke.
December 1, 2023
ABC12
11-Year-Old Hit While Trick or Treating in Flushing is Home
Ryder Munson was discharged from Hurley Children's Hospital on Friday afternoon, less than three weeks after the devastating crash left him on life support with a severe head injury.
December 1, 2023
NBC25
NICU Dresses Up for Thanksgiving at Hurley Medical Center
Check out these adorable photos from Hurley Children’s Hospital and Doug Pike.
December 1, 2023
NBC25
Buddy Check: Pink Night Palooza Once Again Comes Through for Breast Cancer Patients
Hurley Medical Center, Financial Plus Credit Union, and all their partners have been raising money for years, for breast cancer patients through “Pink Night Palooza” helping to take the worry out of paying bills for breast cancer patients who are going through treatment.
December 4, 2023
ABC12
Medical Monday: Nurse Midwife explains gestational diabetes
Lyric Walsh, a nurse midwife at Hurley Medical Center, explains gestational diabetes in pregnant women.
December 7, 2023
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Hurley Medical Center earns Surgical Quality Partner Designation
Interview with Dr. Sachwani, Surgical Quality Partner, regarding Hurley Medical Center achieving the highly-esteemed Surgical Quality Partner designation from the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
hurley HEALTHY LIVING SERIES
simple solutions to incontinence and pelvic pain
Hurley hosted a “Live” Virtual Hurley Healthy Living event on Simple Solutions to Incontinence & Pelvic Pain, on Tuesday, November 21, on Facebook, YouTube and hurleymc.com. Viewers tuned in for a live discussion with presenter Kacy Houle, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist.
Bladder incontinence and pelvic pain are common problems many women suffer from but may be embarrassed to share with their medical provider. Symptoms can be a result of childbirth, pregnancy, menopause, hysterectomies, surgery, medication, injuries, or aging. Although these symptoms are common, they are not normal and most can be treated conservatively with pelvic floor physical therapy.
To speed up the process for appointments, please request a referral prescription from your primary care physician and then contact:
Scan QR to watch Hurley Healthy Living Series: “Simple Solutions to Incontinence & Pelvic Pain"
We are extremely thankful for our NICU Tiny Turkeys, all those who care for our tiniest patients, our talented volunteers who create these beautiful holiday hats and our amazing photographer, Doug Pike, who captures these precious moments.
Our bariatric team understands that committing to lifestyle changes can be daunting. We’ll help you make informed decisions about your weight loss options based on your history and weight loss goals. Let the team of medical professionals at Hurley Bariatric Center navigate your journey to better health.
For over two decades, Hurley Medical Center has stood steadfast behind Shoes that Fit, a cause close to our hearts. Originally known as Connie’s Closet, this non-profit initiative took root in 1990 thanks to the dedication of Connie Rau, a teaching assistant in Flint City. At Hurley, we take immense pride in supporting this noble cause by offering new athletic shoes and snow boots to children in need, ensuring they can attend school comfortably and with dignity.
This incredible achievement is truly a testament to all of YOU! Your collective efforts have made this program a resounding success.
Shoes that Fit empower children to flourish. Inadequate footwear robs kids of the quintessential experiences of childhood. The impact of new shoes extends far beyond what one might imagine! They enable kids to embrace childhood with a sense of pride, joy, and confidence.
This year, thanks to your support, Hurley was able to provide over 450 pairs of shoes to elementary students in Flint, bringing our total over the past 23 years to 11,000 pairs of new shoes. Your generosity has made a tangible difference in the lives of these children, setting them on a path where they can walk with assurance into a brighter future.
A special thank you to all Hurley employees who donated to the 2023 Coats for Kids program. Team Hurley donated more than 70 coats this year, as well as hats, scarves and mittens. These “New” or “Gently Worn” coats, hats, scarves and mittens will help keep children in Mid-Michigan warm. Hurley is proud to support this program, which has been helping local kids for over 25 years. Your donations are appreciated, as they definitely help to make the Coats for Kids program a success. Your generosity means everything to the community we serve. Thank you again for your commitment and kindness!
winter fruit salad
Ingredients
• 3-5 Clementine oranges (cuties, mandarins, etc), peeled and separated into segments
• 2 pears, cored and sliced
• 2 apples (peel on), cored and sliced
• 1 pomegranate (roughly 1-1.5 cups seeds)
• 4 kiwis, peeled and sliced
• 3 Tbsp honey
• 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice from 1 lime
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice from 1 lemon
Directions
In a large mixing bowl, combine all prepared fruit.
In a measuring cup, mix honey, lime juice, and lemon juice. Stir until honey is dissolved. If it won't dissolve, warm for 10 seconds in the microwave.
Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate.
NOTES:
You can use other fruits as an alternative (grapes, dried fruit, etc)
Hurley Medical Center Earns Prestigious Surgical Quality
Designation from American College of Surgeons
Hurley Medical Center has received the Surgical Quality Partner designation from the American College of Surgeons (ACS), a recognition of Hurley’s dedication to provide the safest and most effective surgical care possible. Patients in Mid-Michigan, the Thumb and Northern Michigan can have confidence knowing there is a hospital in this region that has met the highest standards of surgical care by minimizing complications, improving outcomes and saving lives.
The ACS states that Surgical Quality Partner hospitals experience fewer complications, lower cost of care and produce better outcomes. Hospitals receiving this designation have demonstrated improved quality of care in trauma, cancer, breast disease, bariatrics, pediatrics, geriatrics and overall surgical care. Patients can trust the care they receive at Surgical Quality Partner hospitals adheres to the most rigorous standards in surgical quality.
“Hurley is extremely honored to be recognized by the ACS for our commitment to ongoing quality improvement and patient safety. This designation speaks to our drive to continuously improve the care we deliver to our surgical patients. We are very proud to have our team’s dedication, compassion and clinical excellence be nationally recognized,” Gul Sachwani, DO, FACOS, Chief of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at Hurley Medical Center.
Hurley Is pleased to be able to provide a high level of surgical care to the patients in our community and throughout the region. We believe every person in this region deserves access to the safest and most effective surgical care possible. Hurley is committed to maintaining these rigorous quality improvement processes in order to continue to improve quality of care and patient outcomes.
ROOM
Urgen Care
Cuts requiring stitches
Minor burns
Fever, cold, sore throat, ear infection, flu
Symptoms of a heart attack, stroke or extreme shortness of breath
Major burns, injury or bleeding
Upset stomach vomiting/diarrhea Poisoning
Bladder infection
Hurley Urgent Care– Durand 8759 Monroe Rd. 810.262.2710
Hurley Medical Center–Urgent Care 1 Hurley Plaza, Flint 810.262.6744
Hurley Urgent Care–Burton G-2065 S. Center Rd. 810.262.2360
VIRTUAL CARE
Video chat with a care provider. To schedule, call 810.262.2710 or scan the QR code.
Room Call 911 immediately if someone is unconcious, having trouble breathing, has suffered a serious injury or may be having a heart attack or stroke. This is a guide and is not intended as a tool to diagnose injuries or illnesses.
Coughing or vomiting blood
Homicidal or suicidal feelings
physician connection
continuing medical education (cmE)
Continuing Education Requirements for Michigan Medical Doctors
Authority: Public Act 368 of 1978, as amended
REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWAL
The continuing education requirements apply to every physician renewing a Michigan medical license who has been licensed in the 3-year period immediately preceding the application for renewal. The requirements apply whether or not the physician is actively engaged in the practice of medicine. No one, including medical school faculty and resident physicians, is exempt from this requirement.
Each medical doctor is required to complete 150 hours of continuing education in courses or programs approved by the Board of Medicine, of which a minimum 75 hours of the required 150 hours must be earned in courses or programs designated as Category 1 programs.
A minimum of 1 hour of continuing education must be earned in the area of Medical Ethics
A minimum of 3 hours of continuing education must be earned in the area of Pain and Symptom Management, and at least 1 of the 3 hours must include controlled substance prescribing.
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Mandatory Training Standards
• LARA requires a one-time mandatory training in Opioids and Other Controlled Substances Awareness for prescribers and dispensers of controlled substances.
• LARA requires a one-time mandatory training in Identifying Victims of Human Trafficking.
• LARA requires a minimum of three hours, every 3-year renewal cycle, in Implicit Bias Training.
For more information or questions, please visit: michigan.gov/lara
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
continuing medical education (cmE)
New DEA Training Requirement via the MATE Act
The Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act, part of the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, requires ALL new or renewing DEA-registered practitioners who prescribe schedule II, III, IV or V drugs to undergo a one-time, eight-hour training requirement incorporating education on the treatment and management of patients with opioid and other substance use disorders.
Beginning June 27, 2023, practitioners must have completed the one-time training requirement before applying for a license for the first time or to have their license renewed.
Recently, the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued guidance on how the MATE Act expands opportunities for practitioners to fulfill this new training requirement, including how current state-mandated training may count towards the required eight-hours of training.
See Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) for further FAQs at: msms.org > NEWS
• Advances in OB Pain Management
(This activity fulfills the CE requirements for pain and symptom management.)
• Hypertension Management in the Hospitalized Child
• Human Trafficking and the Role of the Healthcare Provider (This activity fulfills the LARA mandatory training standards for identifying victims of human trafficking.)
Physician Support Line is a national, free and confidential support line service made up of 600+ volunteer psychiatrists, joined together in the determined hope to provide peer support for our physician colleagues and medical students. Physician Support Line was created with the mission of physicians supporting physicians as we navigate the many professional and personal intersections of our lives.
Physician Support Line promises to provide emotional support and a safe holding space for physicians and medical students.
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