University of Michigan Health-Sparrow

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is your regional center for cancer, trauma, pediatrics, orthopedics, neonatal intensive care and neurological care.
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Whether you’re facing a medical emergency, seeking expert treatment for a complicated condition, or growing your family, you can rely on us for the best quality care, delivered in a compassionate environment where patients like you always come first. Sparrow Hospital is home to the only Level 1 Trauma Center in the area, making us the region’s top destination for critically ill and injured patient

s. As Michigan’s first certified Comprehensive Stroke Center – just one of 20 nationwide – we are the regional expert for neurological care. The Sparrow Hospital Mother Baby Center is one of the most trusted in Michigan, welcoming 4,000 babies a year. Sparrow Hospital is among 6 percent of hospitals nationwide to achieve Magnet status, the highest level of nursing excellence recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We build our community by investing in state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering tech, like next-generation radiation oncology and robotic surgery systems, and a new outpatient surgery center. Sparrow is also a major teaching hospital, helping educate the next generation of healthcare professionals and leaders. We work to make patients and their families as comfortable as possible, offering private rooms, a range of tasty dining options, and even a concierge service. With award-winning healthcare teams, best-in-class biomedical technology and patient-friendly amenities, Sparrow Hospital delivers world-class care that’s close to home.

HELP US RECOGNIZE OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS!As National Volunteer Week comes to a close, we celebrate the incredible indivi...
04/24/2026

HELP US RECOGNIZE OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS!

As National Volunteer Week comes to a close, we celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time, energy and compassion to make a difference every day.

Our volunteers are the heart behind so many moments of care at UM Health-Sparrow.

THANK YOU for everything you do to support our patients, families and team members. This week and every week, we are grateful for you.

The leaders and best! 〽️
04/24/2026

The leaders and best! 〽️

Congratulations to the team at U-M Health Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital for being named one of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek!

Von Voigtlander is one of just four hospitals in Michigan to earn five-ribbon status – the highest honor.

To earn five ribbons, hospitals were required to score in the 80th percentile or higher in all three data pillars of 1) hospital quality metrics, 2) patient experience and 3) reputation.

For the 2026 rankings, Newsweek recognized 460 institutions across the U.S. that are delivering high-quality maternity care in an ever-changing and challenging environment.

Learn more about the honor: https://rankings.newsweek.com/americas-best-maternity-hospitals-2026

🚨📢📰 BIG NEWS! 📰📢🚨University of Michigan Health-Sparrow has been named one of the best hospitals in the United States for...
04/22/2026

🚨📢📰 BIG NEWS! 📰📢🚨

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow has been named one of the best hospitals in the United States for maternity care, earning a four-ribbon designation from Newsweek’s “America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2026” list.

UM Health-Sparrow is among 12 Michigan institutions recognized nationally for delivering high-quality maternity care amid growing challenges in maternal health access. The list, published by Newsweek in partnership with Statista, a data firm, honors 460 hospitals nationwide that demonstrate strong clinical outcomes, supportive patient experiences and innovative approaches to advancing maternal and newborn health.

We want to thank our incredible team members who helped us achieve this recognition.

IT'S NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK!Medicine relies on clinical expertise, while healing environments are built by people. Our ...
04/22/2026

IT'S NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK!

Medicine relies on clinical expertise, while healing environments are built by people. Our volunteers are part of that foundation. They steady anxious families, guide visitors through unfamiliar spaces and offer quiet companionship when it’s needed most. Their presence brings warmth and dignity to moments that can otherwise feel overwhelming.

Volunteers are the cornerstone of our regional health system. In fact, volunteers founded UM Health-Sparrow in 1896 and gave more than 49,000 hours of service at UM Health-West during the past year.

National Volunteer Appreciation Week is a dedicated moment to recognize the individuals who give selflessly and lead with compassion.

View the video below featuring leaders from across our health system expressing their support for our volunteers.

Please join us in thanking a volunteer for their service and the time they give to our community.

Happy National Volunteer Week 2026!

UM Health-Sparrow posthumously recognized the late Larry Rawsthorne, M.D., former Chief Medical Officer of Sparrow Healt...
04/21/2026

UM Health-Sparrow posthumously recognized the late Larry Rawsthorne, M.D., former Chief Medical Officer of Sparrow Health System and a beloved pulmonologist, with the 2026 Founders’ Award, the highest honor the health system presents.

Rawsthorne, who passed away last year, served as Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Medical Affairs for UM Health-Sparrow. He was a widely respected pulmonologist and critical care physician, as well as a faculty member and leader at Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine.

Join us in honoring this amazing man and his family.

UPDATE:• UM Health-Sparrow Lab at Ingham County Health Center(2316 S. Cedar St., Lansing) is closed today.• The Holt Lab...
04/20/2026

UPDATE:

• UM Health-Sparrow Lab at Ingham County Health Center
(2316 S. Cedar St., Lansing) is closed today.

• The Holt Lab (2380 N. Cedar St., Suite 103, Holt) will close at 2 p.m.

More than 1,200 stuffed animals filled the playroom at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing this week, a so...
04/18/2026

More than 1,200 stuffed animals filled the playroom at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing this week, a soft army of support for children facing illness, injury and uncertainty.

The donation comes from Critters for Cuties, a local nonprofit that collects and distributes new stuffed animals to hospitalized children. Rebekah Russell started the collection effort as a member of the Keith Urban Fan Club before rebranding the initiative as Critters for Cuties.
The organization delivered 1,251 stuffed animals this year, far exceeding its previous efforts. The toys will be distributed across all hospital departments that serve children, from emergency rooms to inpatient units.

Thank you to Rebekah and her team for putting priceless smiles on the faces of our youngest patients.

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04/15/2026

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James Havlichek, RN, a bedside nurse at UM Health-Sparrow Lansing, has been awarded the DAISY Award for outstanding and ...
04/14/2026

James Havlichek, RN, a bedside nurse at UM Health-Sparrow Lansing, has been awarded the DAISY Award for outstanding and compassionate care. James was nominated after a family reported his exceptional compassion and humanity during a difficult time at end of life. James took the time to sit down with a grieving partner and help the family feel seen in their pain. This type of care can never be overstated as our teams provide excellent care to patients and families alike across our state.

The DAISY Award is an international program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary, compassionate and skillful care given by nurses every day. DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.

For more information or to nominate a nurse, visit UofMHealthSparrow.org/DAISY.

04/14/2026

12,500 runners and one iconic finish line. UM Health-West President Dr. Ron Grifka joined thousands at the Big House 5K on Sunday, running through campus and finishing on the 50-yard line at Michigan Stadium, all in support of six nonprofits.

He finished in the top 5% of runners and is back at work today with no injuries and a personal best to show for it. Safe to say he practices what he preaches when it comes to staying active.

DID YOU KNOW? University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is one of the few health systems in the nation to treat cancer patie...
04/13/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is one of the few health systems in the nation to treat cancer patients using the leading-edge ViewRay MRIdian radiation machine?
This advanced technology enables our highly skilled radiation oncologists, like Daniel Chapman, M.D., to view live images of the tumor during treatment, allowing for more precise treatments with higher doses of radiation while protecting surrounding healthy tissue and organs.

To learn more about game-changing cancer care at UM Health-Sparrow’s Herbert-Herman Cancer Center, visit UofMHealthSparrow.org/Cancer

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As Mid-Michigan’s premier healthcare organization, Sparrow offers over 115 sites of care. While Sparrow Hospital and Sparrow Specialty Hospital have been a cornerstone of Lansing’s Michigan Avenue corridor for more than a century, Sparrow’s Community Hospitals — Sparrow Carson, Sparrow Clinton, Sparrow Eaton and Sparrow Ionia — form anchors for the health system throughout the region. In 2017, the community joined in the dedication of the new Herbert-Herman Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art cancer center that further elevates the world-class treatment offered by Sparrow.

Sparrow is affiliated with Michigan State University’s three human health colleges and with Michigan Medicine through the Sparrow Children’s Center.

Sparrow is the largest private employer in Greater Lansing, and includes Physicians Health Plan, Sparrow Care Network, and Sparrow Medical Group. Sparrow Laboratories ranks in the top 25 laboratories in the nation in the number of procedures performed — more than 9 million procedures annually – and has been a national leader in testing for Coronavirus.

The Sparrow family of facilities also includes East Lansing-based Michigan Athletic Club, the only hospital-based health club in Mid-Michigan, and Charlotte-based AL!VE, an experience-based destination health park.