Covenant HealthCare and Saginaw County Health Department Advance Plans to Expand Access to CareTuesday, August 18, 2026 August 18, 2026 — Covenant HealthCare and the Saginaw County Health Department (SCHD) are advancing plans for new healthcare facilities in and around the former Rite Aid property at the corner of Michigan and Genesee in Saginaw. The two organizations have entered into a development agreement to create convenient, community-focused health sites that will expand access to urgent care, primary care, and public health services for residents of 48602 and surrounding communities. While planning and developmen... |
Covenant HealthCare Reaches Milestone with 100th Pulse Field Ablation Procedure for AFibMonday, August 17, 2026 Covenant HealthCare Cardiology recently completed its 100th Pulse Field Ablation (PFA) procedure, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to advanced treatment for patients with atrial fibrillation, often called AFib. Celebrating 100th PFA procedure to treat AFib AFib is one of the most common heart rhythm disorders and can affect a person’s energy, comfort, and quality of life. AFib also increases the risk of stroke and heart failure. This treatment milestone reflects the continued commitme... |
20th Annual Teddy Bear Motorcycle Ride Set for August 15Monday, August 10, 2026 The 20th Annual Teddy Bear Motorcycle Ride is happening on Saturday, August 15, 2026! Motorcycle enthusiasts will ride from Sanford American Legion Post 443 (2080 N Meridian Rd, Sanford) at 3:00 pm, escorting brand-new teddy bears to our Covenant Kids. Riders will arrive at Covenant Children's Hospital at Covenant Medical Center Harrison (Parking Lot 17E, off Almira St.) at 4:00 pm and depart at 5:00 pm. No cost to participate, just bring a brand-new teddy bear or stuffed animal to donate! R... |
Covenant HealthCare Lung Nodule Clinic Helps Detect Lung Cancer EarlierThursday, July 30, 2026 A small spot on the lung may not seem significant, but it could be the first sign of lung cancer. That's why early detection and timely evaluation are so important. The Covenant HealthCare Lung Nodule Clinic brings together advanced technology and a multidisciplinary team of specialists to identify, evaluate and diagnose lung nodules as early as possible, giving patients the best opportunity for successful treatment when cancer is found. Lung nodules are often discovered during low-dose CT lung cancer s... |
Now Open: Covenant Medical Group Primary Care in St. CharlesThursday, July 23, 2026 CMG Primary Care St. Charles Covenant HealthCare is excited to announce the opening of a new Covenant Medical Group (CMG) Primary Care location in St. Charles at 1124 N. Saginaw St., expanding access to primary care services for residents of St. Charles and the surrounding communities. This new location reflects our continued commitment to providing convenient, high-quality care close to home while connecting patients to the full network of Covenant HealthCare specialties and services when additional ca... |
Advanced Breast Cancer Surgery Innovation Comes to the Great Lakes Bay RegionWednesday, July 22, 2026 Patients in the Great Lakes Bay Region now have access to an innovative breast cancer surgery option close to home. Recently, Dr. Sussan Bays , Medical Director for the Covenant Cancer Care Center and Covenant Breast Health Center, performed the first endoscopic nipple-sparing mastectomy (E-NSM) in the state of Michigan, expanding access to advanced breast cancer care for patients throughout the region. Dr. Sussan Bays performs E-NSM in the state of Michigan Offered through the Covenant Cancer Care Cent... |
Advanced Triplet Monitoring Technology at Covenant Children’s Hospital Enhances Care for Moms and Babies Across the RegionWednesday, July 8, 2026 Covenant HealthCare is proud to announce a major advancement in maternal and fetal care as the first hospital in the United States to implement the new OBIX triplet monitoring system, offering a more effective way to monitor triplet pregnancies during labor and delivery. Monitoring multiples is now possible at Covenant HealthCare This innovative technology allows care teams to monitor all three babies on a single tracing system, improving efficiency, accuracy, and the overall experience for patients and... |
Two Covenant HealthCare Employees Become Homeowners Through Extraordinary Neighbors ProgramThursday, June 25, 2026 Homeownership is now a reality for two Covenant HealthCare employees, marking a meaningful milestone not only in their personal journeys but in the continued transformation of neighborhoods surrounding the hospital's main campus. Through the Covenant HealthCare Extraordinary Neighbors Program, Yamia Scott, a resource nursing care assistant, and Erica Enciso, a patient accounting team member, have officially moved into newly constructed homes just steps from where they work and serve patients and familie... |
Medical Moments: Building Healthier Neighborhoods TogetherMonday, June 8, 2026 Video Credit to WNEM TV 5 Featuring: Dylan Hellus, Covenant HealthCare and Abbey Stemple, Saginaw-Shiawassee Habitat for Humanity We're excited to team up and build a healthier, happier neighborhood together! Hear from Dylan Hellus of Covenant HealthCare and Abbey Stemple from Saginaw-Shiawassee Habitat for Humanity about how our partnership is making a real difference and bringing positive change beyond healthcare. Don't miss out on the annual Neighborhood Revitalization happening June 9-12 and June 16... |
Medical Moments: Trauma Awareness, Prevention, & RecoveryWednesday, May 20, 2026 Video Credit to WNEM TV 5 Featuring: Laura Walker, Injury Prevention Outreach and Trauma Education Specialist, Covenant HealthCare Every second counts in trauma care. In today’s Medical Moment, learn how Covenant HealthCare Level II Trauma Center provides lifesaving care during emergencies, the importance of quick treatment after serious injuries, and simple safety tips to help prevent trauma injuries this summer. We’re also highlighting the Mary Free Bed at Covenant HealthCare Trauma Survivors Day Ice ... |