Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Gilbert Family Foundation Contributes Nearly $375 Million in Partnership with Henry Ford Health to Bring Shirley Ryan AbilityLab to Detroit and Create the Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

The Gilbert Family Foundation also announced the creation of the Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute, bringing a revolutionary neurofibromatosis research institute to Detroit in partnership with Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences .

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  • The Gilbert Family Foundation also announced the creation of the Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute, bringing a revolutionary neurofibromatosis research institute to Detroit in partnership with Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences .
  • To bring the projects to life, the Gilbert Family Foundation will contribute nearly $375 million in grant funding.
  • "Jennifer and I are extremely proud to work alongside Henry Ford Health and Michigan State University to play a part in bringing both the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute to Detroit.
  • The overall construction for the space will cost $179 million, with $119 million coming from the Gilbert Family Foundation and $60 million being financed by Henry Ford Health.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery

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Monday, August 14, 2023

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery.

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  • TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Aug. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. Eric B. Lerche, DO, is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Orthopedic Surgery.
  • Dr. Lerche pursued higher education at the University of Michigan where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Biotechnology.
  • Board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery, Dr. Lerche specializes in orthopedic trauma, treating periarticular fractures and providing total shoulder, knee, and hip replacements.
  • The doctor explained that "I provide compassionate care for my patients, focusing on exhausting all non-operative treatments before proceeding to surgery.

Eric B. Lerche, DO is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Dr. Lerche obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biotechnology from the University of Michigan.

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  • Dr. Lerche obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biotechnology from the University of Michigan.
  • He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University's School of Osteopathic Medicine.
  • Dr. Lerche completed a residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Michigan State and the Genesys Medical Center.
  • Dr. Lerche holds membership in the Michigan Osteopathic Association, the American Osteopathic Association of Orthopedic Surgeons, and the Orthopedic Trauma Association.

2023 International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy (ISET) strengthened by partnerships with leading organizations SIR, SVM, SVS

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

MALVERN, Pa., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HMP Global's 2023 International Symposium on Endovascular Therapy (ISET) is strengthening its position as the premier meeting for pioneering and practical endovascular education through continued endorsement from the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR), continued partnership with the Society of Vascular Medicine (SVM), who co-developed the "Essentials of Endovascular Therapy" pre-symposium, and a recently added educational partnership with the Society of Vascular Surgery (SVS), who collaborated on overall programming and provided two new vascular surgery Course Directors to the expert lineup this year .

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  • Now in its 35th year, ISET will take place in person January 16-19, 2023 in Miami Beach and will feature a bold scientific program covering the complete landscape of endovascular therapy practice and challenges.
  • The meeting is an arena to connect interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional cardiologists, and their teams.
  • "These partnerships add exponential value to the meeting by incorporating multidisciplinary expertise and additional innovative practice strategies into the symposium sessions," Katzen said.
  • "We are excited that experts from our partnering organizations are among our course directors guiding the agenda for ISET.

Vituity to Provide Emergency Services at Sparrow Health System's New Freestanding Emergency Department in Okemos

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Monday, September 19, 2022

Beginning Sept. 13, a Vituity team of locally based clinicians began staffing and managing a freestanding emergency department to augment the hospital's acute care services.

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  • Beginning Sept. 13, a Vituity team of locally based clinicians began staffing and managing a freestanding emergency department to augment the hospital's acute care services.
  • Today, Vituity works in six Sparrow facilities, providing emergency and hospital medicine and tele-infectious disease services that benefit communities throughout Michigan.
  • "We're excited to partner once again with Vituity and expand emergency care services throughout our Michigan communities," said Denny Martin, DO, E.W.
  • "Vituity is excited to expand our partnership with Sparrow Health System and deliver effective acute care services to the Okemos community," said Eric Mallet, M.D., Division Vice President at Vituity.

BioCryst Names Dr. Bill Sheridan Chief Development Officer and Appoints Dr. Ryan Arnold Chief Medical Officer

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Sept. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that Dr. Bill Sheridan will become chief development officer and will focus on advancing the companys significant pipeline of development candidates.

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  • RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Sept. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioCryst Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced that Dr. Bill Sheridan will become chief development officer and will focus on advancing the companys significant pipeline of development candidates.
  • Dr. Ryan Arnold has been appointed as the companys new chief medical officer.
  • Dr. Arnold joins Dr. Sheridan and Dr. Helen Thackray, the companys chief research and development officer, as physicians on the companys leadership team.
  • Dr. Sheridan joined BioCryst from Amgen in July 2008 as chief medical officer.

Eric B. Lerche, DO, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, July 11, 2022

He has been in practice with Traverse City Orthopedics and Sports Medicine & Alliance Surgery Center for seven years.

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  • He has been in practice with Traverse City Orthopedics and Sports Medicine & Alliance Surgery Center for seven years.
  • All treatment options are shared between myself and my patient because it is the patient that knows their body the best."
  • In pursuit of his medical career, Dr. Lerche obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Biotechnology from the University of Michigan.
  • In furthering his training, Dr. Lerche completed a Residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Michigan State and the Genesys Medical Center.

Cordis Announces Successful First-in-Human Use of the Radianz Radial Peripheral System™

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

MIAMI LAKES, Fla., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cordis, a global leader in cardiovascular technologies, today announced the first-in-human use of the Radianz Radial Peripheral System™ by Jihad Mustapha, MD, FACC, FSCAI at Advanced Cardiac & Vascular Centers (ACV) in Grand Rapids, Michigan. 

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  • The Radianz Radial Peripheral System solution includes BRITE TIP RADIANZGuiding Sheath used to optimize lower extremity lesion access, the SABERX RADIANZPTA Catheter to facilitate treatment, and the S.M.A.R.T.
  • Radianz Radial Peripheral System is purposely engineered for radial access, which is proven to produce fewer vascular complications and higher patient satisfaction than femoral approaches.
  • In addition to the well-documented clinical benefits ofthe Radianz Radial Peripheral System, radial access can reduce the total cost of care.
  • The Radianz Radial Peripheral Systemportfolio is expected to launch later this year in the U.S. and in the near future in Japan.

Billie Y. Guerra, DO, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

A dedicated, compassionate physician, Dr. Guerra takes pride in getting to know her patients personally and treating the whole person while attending to their individual medical needs.

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  • A dedicated, compassionate physician, Dr. Guerra takes pride in getting to know her patients personally and treating the whole person while attending to their individual medical needs.
  • Since 2015 she has served patients at South Rural Health Clinic and Ridgecrest Regional Hospital in Ridgecrest, CA.
  • In pursuit of her higher education, Dr. Guerra obtained a Bachelor of Science in Women's Studies from The Ohio State University.
  • Dr. Guerra is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Osteopathic Association, among her professional affiliations.

Vituity Expands Partnership With Sparrow Health System to Provide Emergency Care

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vituity, a physician-led and -owned multispecialty healthcare company, has expanded its partnership with Sparrow Health System to include emergency medicine services.

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  • EMERYVILLE, Calif., March 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vituity, a physician-led and -owned multispecialty healthcare company, has expanded its partnership with Sparrow Health System to include emergency medicine services.
  • The health system, based in Lansing, Michigan, awarded Vituity the contract for emergency medicine services at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, as well as Sparrow Eaton Hospital and Sparrow Ionia Hospital, to continue to improve the quality of care and reduce patient wait times.
  • "Vituity is honored to expand our relationship with Sparrow Health System during a time when emergency care is more critical than ever," said Denise Brown, MD, Chief Growth Officer, Vituity.
  • Sparrow Health System is mid-Michigan's premier healthcare organization and includes hospitals in Lansing, Carson City, Charlotte, Ionia, and St. Johns, as well as Sparrow Specialty Hospital, Physicians Health Plan, Sparrow Care Network, Sparrow Medical Group, the Michigan Athletic Club, and AL!VE.