Michigan Health Council

11/10/2025

We’re excited to attend the Michigan School Counselor Association Fall Conference, hosted by Michigan School Counselor Association, next week! Stop by our table to explore healthcare career pathway resources, learn about Michigan HOSA, and discover more ways to support your students’ future success.

11/09/2025

Happy Nurse Practitioner Week! Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in expanding access to quality healthcare. As Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, they assess, diagnose, and treat patients—providing comprehensive, compassionate care that improves health outcomes across Michigan.

The demand for NPs continues to grow, with employment projected to increase 25% by 2035, making now a great time to explore this rewarding career.

Learn more about Nurse Practitioners at www.mhc.org/nurse-practitioners

11/07/2025

We were grateful for the opportunity to support and present at the Michigan Critical Access Hospital Conference, hosted by Michigan Center for Rural Health, where we discussed strategies to grow Michigan’s rural healthcare workforce and connected with CAH leaders who are working to strengthen rural healthcare across the state.

11/06/2025

We had a great time connecting with healthcare leaders at the 2025 Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Leaders Summit! Conversations around innovation and impact reinforced how ACEMAPP helps simplify clinical rotation management so organizations can focus on what matters most, preparing future health professionals for success.

11/05/2025

Meet Lindsay Brieschke, our Public Affairs Manager!

Since joining MHC last fall, she’s been helping shine a light on the incredible work happening across our teams, bringing the story of Michigan’s healthcare workforce to our partners and offering real solutions to shape the future of healthcare.

With a background as a macro-level social worker specializing in aging programs and services, Lindsay brings a deep understanding of systems and impact. She’s passionate about helping partners understand MHC’s mission so that, together, we can grow exponentially and expand our impact across Michigan’s healthcare workforce.

Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and baking. Her family’s favorite recipe? Sourdough soft pretzels.

11/04/2025

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. It’s key to building a stronger, more sustainable healthcare workforce across the state. The Michigan Healthcare Workforce Plan aims to grow interest in healthcare careers, improve access to healthcare education, increase experiential education capacity, and strengthen recruitment and retention across Michigan.

Learn more about how collective action is driving solutions for Michigan’s health care future below.

The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.

11/03/2025

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians play a crucial role in healthcare by providing essential imaging services that aid in diagnosing and treating medical conditions. While Radiologic Technicians and Technologists are not required to be licensed to work in Michigan, many employers often require individuals to hold certification and registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Learn more during National Radiologic Technology Week at www.mhc.org/radiologic-techs

11/03/2025

Our team was glad to join nursing leaders, educators, and CNOs from the greater Lansing area at the 2025 State of Nursing Event, hosted by CACNN, to discuss the realities of today’s nursing workforce, from mental health and leadership to opportunities for the next generation of nurses. We’re grateful to be part of this important dialogue and especially interested in conversations around clinical education challenges and how we can work together to strengthen the pipeline for future nurses.

10/30/2025

Inspire the Next Generation of Behavioral Health Professionals! MHC is seeking speakers for our Virtual Behavioral Health Career Day this spring. This free statewide event will connect high school students across Michigan with career pathways in behavioral health.

If you’re a behavioral health professional, community partner, educator, or employer passionate about supporting Michigan’s next generation of healthcare professionals, we’d love to feature you. Share your story, lead an interactive session, or highlight training opportunities that help students discover what’s possible.

Proposals due November 30, 2025

mhc.org/bhspeakers

10/29/2025

We’re thankful for board members who lead with purpose like Phillip Bergquist. His commitment to training, growing, and supporting Michigan’s healthcare workforce helps strengthen communities across the state. Read more about Phillip's experience on MHC's Board of Trustees at www.mhc.org/post/meet-the-board-phillip-bergquist

Phillip Bergquist serves as Chief Executive Officer at the Michigan Primary Care Association and is a member at large of the MHC Board of Trustees. Philip recently shared what serving on the MHC board means to him and how it complements his professional work.

10/29/2025

Collaboration drives impact. Our team was glad to join peers from across the charitable sector at Independent Sector’s National Summit 2025 to share ideas, build partnerships, and learn new ways to strengthen our communities together.

10/28/2025

Spark curiosity in students by introducing them to exciting healthcare careers!

NGHCA offers career exploration resources for K-12 students, including engaging tools for K-6 learners, such as the Vitals Workbook, Career Scavenger Hunt, and Medical Match Game. These resources help educators and school counselors meet Michigan Career Development Model targets and are perfect for Career Day events, classroom lessons, or older-to-younger student mentoring. Start exploring healthcare careers with your students at https://www.nghca.org/