ProMedica Bay Park Hospital

01/29/2026

Congratulations to the employees recognized at ProMedica Bay Park Hospital for their exceptional contributions, earning Garden Awards for the second and third quarter of 2025!

The second and third quarter DAISY Award recipients were Natalie Bomyea, RN and Jessica Ramirez, Patient Financial Advocate. ROSE Award recipients were Dr. Ajay Malik and Del Bear, RN, and the IRIS Award winner was Andrew Bihn, RN.

Congratulations!

Nominations for Garden Awards are collected and reviewed by a committee. At the end of each quarter, employees are selected.

🌹To nominate an outstanding non-nursing employee for a ROSE Award, visit:
https://ow.ly/nLET50Y5BxP
🌼To nominate an extraordinary nurse for a DAISY Award, visit:
https://ow.ly/4EER50Y5BxM
🪻To nominate an employee for an IRIS Award for their exceptional dedication and outstanding contributions to patient safety and care, visit: https://ow.ly/G4J550Y5BxO

01/26/2026

❄️ Noon Monday Weather Closings and Cancellations ❄️

Please note: All ProMedica hospitals are OPEN.

-ProMedica Physicians offices in Ohio – Counties under a Level 1 or Level 2 Snow Emergency, some ProMedica physician offices may be closed, please call ahead to confirm appointments. In counties under a Level 3 Snow Emergency, ProMedica physician offices are closed.

-ProMedica Physicians offices in Michigan – Some ProMedica physician offices may be closed, please call ahead to confirm appointments.

-All other ProMedica outpatient services and programs – call ahead to confirm an appointment.

01/26/2026

❄️ 8 a.m. Monday Weather Closings and Cancellations ❄️

Please note: All ProMedica hospitals are OPEN.

-ProMedica Physicians offices in Ohio – Counties under a Level 1 or Level 2 Snow Emergency, some ProMedica physician offices may be closed, please call ahead to confirm appointments. In counties under a Level 3 Snow Emergency, ProMedica physician offices are closed.

-ProMedica Physicians offices in Michigan – Some ProMedica physician offices may be closed, please call ahead to confirm appointments.

-All other ProMedica outpatient services and programs – call ahead to confirm an appointment.

01/25/2026

*Sunday Afternoon Weather Update*

All ProMedica hospitals will remain open throughout this weekend’s weather events, including our Emergency Departments. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911.

Please stay safe and take all necessary precautions today.

01/24/2026

Craig Raberding, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon at ProMedica, looks at the evolution of the cast and the paths that shaped what they are today. “Some of the first casts known were from the ancient Egyptians,” Dr. Raberding said. “They used tree bark and linen to pull long bones into a straight position.”

Learn more:

Simple fractures are a dime a dozen, no matter your age. When someone breaks a bone, these days, they can be seen with colorful casts, even some with ...

01/23/2026

What do the new federal nutrition guidelines mean for you and your family? 🍎🧅🥔

Matthew Fourman, MD, a weight loss surgeon at ProMedica, shares his insight:

A weight loss surgeon at ProMedica joins WTOL 11 to explain new federal nutrition guidelines.

01/22/2026

With frigid temperatures approaching, Dr. Madelyn Aittama, emergency medicine physician at ProMedica, shares the importance of staying indoors.

❄️ Plan ahead, learn more:

While Tuesday may have seemed like the perfect snow day for kids to enjoy, one doctor we spoke to says this kind of cold is just not safe.

01/20/2026

Trying to lose weight? 💪 More cardio isn’t always the answer. Dr. Matthew Fourman, a board-certified bariatric surgeon, says strength training is just as important for burning fat and reshaping your body.

Learn more:

01/20/2026

The next week will bring brutally dangerous temperatures. Make sure you're checking on loved ones and taking basic precautions yourself!

01/18/2026

Metabolism changes with age—but you can fight back.

Build muscle, stay active, and fuel your body with balanced meals. Every little step helps!

Prioritize your health today:

01/16/2026

Hospital Visitation Update: With flu and other respiratory illnesses at high levels and expected to surge, we strongly recommend that only healthy caregivers and visitors accompany patients in the hospital. This measure is crucial to protect vulnerable patients, staff, and other visitors from the spread of illness.

01/15/2026

Due to today's weather event, some ProMedica offices may be closed or delayed. Please call ahead to confirm your appointment. All ProMedica hospitals are OPEN.

We hope you stay safe and warm today! Thank you for your patience and understanding.