Mothers and More Joins Crittenton Hospital

ROCHESTER, MI – Mothers & More is a nonprofit membership organization that cares for the caregiver.  It provides a network of local chapters for mothers who are altering their participation in the paid workplace during their active parenting years.  The Oakland County chapter of Mothers & More meets the first Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m.  For details, send an email to mothersandmore13@hotmail.com … [Read more...]

Crittenton Hospital Medical Center to Sponser Red Cross Blood Drive

ROCHESTER, MI – Get out your August calendars! Crittenton is sponsoring a blood drive Thursday and Friday, August 18 and 19.  The time for both days is 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.   There is always a need for blood, and volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community.  You can register to donate by visiting www.redcrossblood.org. Enter “Crittenton” in the sponsor code box to complete the online registration process, or call 313-530-0375. … [Read more...]

CPR for Friends and Family at Crittenton Hospital

ROCHESTER, MI – Learn how to perform CPR in adults, children or infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking.  This program is designed for people who want to learn CPR, but is not needed for work or other employment.  This program follows the Friends and Family format and is an excellent course for parents and grandparents.  The cost is $29.  The program is scheduled biweekly, and the next program will be held August 3 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please call 248.652.5269 to … [Read more...]

Women’s Health Lectures at Crittenton Hospital

ROCHESTER, MI – The next topic in Crittenton’s Women’s Health Lecture Series is “Pelvic Pain, Painful Periods, Endometriosis—is this What You May Have?”  The presenter is Jonathan Zaidan, MD.  This free program will take place June 15 from 7 to 8 p.m. at the hospital.  For more information and to register, please call 248-652-5269 or register online at www.crittenton.com … [Read more...]

Crittenton Hospital’s Dinner with A Doc June 8

ROCHESTER, MI – Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about your heart health.  The next presentation in our “Dinner with a Doc” series will be held June 8 from 7 to 8 p.m.  The presentation is entitled “Chest Pain Center of Excellence: What’s in it for me?”  The presenters are David Bauer, MD; and Tim Matz, EMT-P, IC.  This free event will take place at the hospital.  Light refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Please call … [Read more...]

Continuous Glucose Monitoring Offered at Crittenton Hospital

ROCHESTER, MI – CGM works by having a small recording device is attached to the patient, to keep track of glucose readings every five minutes during all activities.  The patient then comes back in three to seven days, depending on the device, and will have the device removed.  Recorded information will be downloaded, and the results and a report will be sent to your doctor.  CGM gives patients a better understanding of blood sugar control.  Physician referral is required, and insurance may cover … [Read more...]

Breastfeeding Class Available at Crittenton Hospital

ROCHESTER, MI – Will you breastfeed your baby?  Do you want more information about nursing before you make your decision?  This class can answer your questions and help you get off to the best possible start as a nursing mother.  You’ll learn about diet requirements, breast care and all the breastfeeding secrets to success.  A registered nurse/certified lactation consultant teaches the class and will visit you in the hospital after your baby is born to make sure you’re feeling relaxed and ready … [Read more...]

CPR for Friends and Family in Rochester Hills

ROCHESTER, MI – Learn how to perform CPR in adults, children or infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking.  This program is designed for people who want to learn CPR, but is not needed for work or other employment.  This program follows the Friends and Family format and is an excellent course for parents and grandparents.  The cost is $29.  The program is scheduled biweekly, and the next program will be held May 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please call 248.652.5269 to … [Read more...]

The Newest Methods for Spine Surgery at Crittenton Hospital

Join us for the next event that is part of our exciting orthopaedic educational series.  These events are held monthly and topics vary.  The next one will be held May 25 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Crittenton Hospital Auditorium. It is entitled “Neck Pain: Treatment Options.” It will be presented by John LaMacchia, MD.  These events are FREE, and light refreshments are served.  Please call 248-652-5269 to register or register at our website, www.crittenton.com        … [Read more...]

CRITTENTON’S 1-STOP SCREENING ASSESSES YOUR HEALTH

ROCHESTER, MI – Are you concerned about your heart health?  This screening includes several potentially life-changing assessments.  The 1-STOP screening includes the following:  blood pressure, body fat analysis, weight, health risk appraisal, peripheral vascular disease screening and lab work. The lab work includes a lipid panel (cholesterol and triglycerides), fasting blood sugar and C-reactive protein, which may be associated with an increased risk of heart disease when elevated.   Once you … [Read more...]