Corewell Health System


Simple MRI scan could predict radiation side effects for prostate cancer

A new Corewell Health study suggests that men who have longer prostatic urethras, the part of the urethra that travels through the prostate, may be at a higher risk of experiencing moderate, often chronic urinary side effects after receiving radiation for prostate cancer. To date, researchers have struggled to determine any risk factors that could […]



In-home prenatal support improves birth outcomes, reduces disparities, study shows

Grand Rapids, Mich., Sept. 26, 2023 – New Michigan State University and Corewell Health research shows that in-home, enhanced prenatal services provided by community health workers, nurses and social workers can dramatically reduce the risk of premature births, the main cause of infant deaths among Black and Hispanic populations. The Centers for Disease Control and […]



Corewell Health Surgeon Named Chair of the American Board of Surgery

Grand Rapids, Mich., August 3, 2023 – The American Board of Surgery (ABS), the national certifying body for general surgeons and related specialists, has named M. Ashraf Mansour, M.D., as chair for 2023-2024. Nominated to the ABS by the American Association of Program Directors in Vascular Surgery in 2016, Dr. Mansour served on the previous […]



Corewell Health Has Most U.S. News & World Report Nationally Recognized Hospitals in Michigan

GRAND RAPIDS and SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Aug. 1, 2023 – Across Michigan, 12 Corewell Health hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report 2023-2024 Best Hospitals, including three hospitals that earned national recognition for their services. Corewell Health has the most nationally recognized hospitals in the state. U.S. News & World Report evaluated more […]



Corewell Health Names Chief Pharmacy Officer

GRAND RAPIDS and SOUTHFIELD, Mich., May 17, 2023 — Corewell Health™ is pleased to announce that Jason McCarthy, M.B.A., PharmD, has been named chief pharmacy officer. In this new role, McCarthy will align pharmacy operations across the system with the goal of greater efficiencies and improved services. Following a national search, McCarthy joins Corewell Health […]



Corewell Health names Alejandro Quiroga, M.D., as president of Corewell Health in West Michigan

Grand Rapids and Southfield, Mich. – April 26, 2023 – Corewell HealthTM has appointed Alejandro Quiroga, M.D., MBA, as president, Corewell Health West, effective May 1, 2023. Quiroga succeeds Darryl Elmouchi, M.D., MBA, who was appointed as chief operating officer of Corewell Health. As president, Quiroga will lead strategy, operations, clinical oversight and financial performance […]



Corewell Health Renews Sustainability Goals

Grand Rapids, Mich., April 25, 2023 – In recognition of Earth Day 2023, Corewell Health™ today announced it is renewing its sustainability goals and progressing on its goal for all its facilities to be carbon neutral by 2040. In the last year the organization made strides in its goals by Building a 2.35-acre solar array […]



Corewell Health Announces New Board Member

GRAND RAPIDS and SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Jan. 31, 2023—Corewell Health™ welcomes Danielle “Dani” Brown, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Whirlpool Corporation, as a new board member effective Jan. 1, 2023. She is one of 16 system board members helping guide the organization to achieve its mission and vision. “We are excited for Dani […]



BHSH System Announces Name: Corewell Health™

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. and SOUTHFIELD, Mich. –  BHSH System, the new health system formed in February 2022 by Beaumont Health and Spectrum Health, announced its new name today, Corewell Health™, signaling its bold commitment to health and wellness. “At our core, we are here to help people be well so they can live their healthiest […]



BHSH System Names New Chief People Officer

Grand Rapids and Southfield, Mich., Aug. 29, 2022—BHSH System welcomes Tracie Morris as its new chief people officer, effective September 11. In this role, Morris will be integral in developing inspirational and innovative people strategies  that will propel the organization forward to thrive in a vibrant and inclusive culture. She will champion the programs and […]



BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan Ranked Best Hospitals in Metro Grand Rapids Area from U.S. News & World Report

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 24, 2022 –BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan Butterworth and Blodgett hospitals together have been ranked the number one hospital in the Grand Rapids Metro Area by U.S. News & World Report. In the Best Hospitals 2022-2023 rankings, the hospitals were ranked number five in Michigan and were also recognized as high […]