Holland Hospital News and Stories

Holland Hospital is expanding access to convenient coordinated care options to meet growing demand across the Lakeshore area. In the current environment with the COVID-19 virus , patient access to primary and immediate care options is even more important to ensure our community stays healthy and safe. “Our community has experienced a primary care provider shortage,” said Patti VanDort, chief nursing officer and senior vice president. “A 10-month or longer wait to see a primary care provider for an annua...

Holland Hospital is pleased to announce the reopening of additional services while continuing to ensure the health and safety of all patients and staff. Beginning in May, capacity will be expanded for surgical and endoscopy procedures at the hospital as well as at the outpatient surgical center. Patients can be reassured that the hospital is following all required procedures and best practices for infection control, patient safety and use of PPE as well as all local, state and federal guidelines. Surger...

It is a concerning trend felt across the nation; emergency departments and urgent care centers are seeing a significant decrease in the number of patients seeking care in emergency situations. Holland Hospital has experienced a decrease in the number of patients treated in the emergency department during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is especially alarming when it is due to someone who has cardiovascular disease or is experiencing stroke or heart attack symptoms. “Getting care fast will minimize damage, a...