Beaumont, Botsford, Oakwood sign letter of intent to form a new health system

Beaumont Health System, Botsford Health Care and Oakwood Healthcare have signed a letter of intent and begun exclusive negotiations about combining their operations into a new health care system.

“We are three successful health care organizations driven by a shared desire to collectively build upon our success in improving quality, efficiency and value in health care delivery,” says Gene Michalski, CEO of Beaumont Health System. “By combining our strengths, resources, experience and capabilities, we’ll be well positioned to meet future health care challenges while expanding access to high-quality, high-value care for patients throughout the region.”

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Beaumont dermatologists to provide free skin cancer screenings for adults on Melanoma Monday

The number of new cases of skin cancer has been increasing for more than 30 years in the United States. Melanoma, a type of cancer that starts in the pigment-producing skin cells, is the cause of most skin cancer deaths. Beaumont dermatologists will host a free skin cancer screening on Monday, May 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Berkley at 1949 West 12 Mile Road, suite 100. Screenings are scheduled by appointment. Adults 18 years and older can register online or by calling 800-633-7377.

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Each March 30, hospitals and communities around the nation observe National Doctors’ Day. At Beaumont, we join in this effort by celebrating the talented physicians who faithfully serve our community. This year, we raised $71,000 and more than 700 physicians were honored. Click here for a full list of doctors honored this year. Thanks to everyone who contributed to honor a Beaumont physician this year.

Public Notice Magnet Recognition Program® Site Visit

Beaumont Hospital, Troy was designated as a Magnet organization in 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In May 2014, Beaumont Hospital, Troy is applying for re-designation.

Patients, family members, staff, and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so. Anyone may send comments via email, fax, and direct mail. All phone comments to the Magnet Program Office must be followed up in writing. Your comments are confidential and never shared with the facility. If you choose, your comments may be anonymous, but must be in writing. Your comments must be received by May 11, 2014. Address: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Magnet Recognition Program Office, 8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400, Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492; Fax: 301-628-5217; Email: magnet@ana.org; Phone: 866-588-3301 (toll free).