Sparrow Clinton opens new wound care program
Sparrow Clinton Hospital announces the opening of its new wound care program, an outpatient setting that offers a comprehensive approach for patients who need wound care.
The Sparrow Clinton Wound Clinic team features nurses and technicians with advanced training in wound care.
“Between five and seven million Americans annually experience at least one form wound that requires advanced care, and the incidence of these wounds is increasing by approximately 10 percent each year,” said Mark Weismiller, M.D., medical director for the Sparrow Clinton Wound Clinic. “Many of these individuals suffer from wounds that refuse to heal despite conventional treatment. These wounds seldom involve a simple answer.”
Patients are examined by clinical staff and each patient is evaluated for all possible related conditions, such as diabetes, that could interfere with proper healing. The care team follows evidence-based clinical pathways to determine why wounds are not healing, then develops individual treatment plans based on the most effective technologies available to provide maximum healing and relief.
“We work with each patient’s primary care provider to ensure seamless delivery of appropriate care for non-healing wounds,” said Kelli Isralson-Brown, DNP, APRN, ANP-C, nurse practitioner for the new program. “With the right approach and the latest evidence-based practices for wound healing, our care team can provide healing and relief for our patients.”
The Sparrow Clinton Wound Clinic is located inside Sparrow Clinton Hospital. For more information about wound care or to schedule an appointment, call 989.227.3345.
Sheriff Jeru said to be retiring
Clinton County Prosecutor Tony Spagnuolo this week extended his gratitude and appreciation to Sheriff Larry Jerue on his upcoming retirement.
“Sheriff Jerue’s distinguished career has spanned over forty years and our community is better – and safer – because of his service,” Spagnuolo said. “We all owe a debt of gratitude to him. Thank you, Sheriff, for your service and friendship.”
Sheriff Larry Jerue has a lifetime of service in law enforcement here in Michigan. In his first-term as Sheriff of Clinton County, he leads a team of 124 employees and volunteers. Before being elected Sheriff, he spent 25 years with the Ann Arbor PD, Police Chief for the City of DeWitt for nearly 10 years, and then in 2012 he was appointed to serve as Undersheriff of Clinton County. Sheriff Jerue is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and a graduate of the 214th session of the FBI National Academy.
Sheriff Jerue spent the first 25 years of his law enforcement career with the Ann Arbor Police Department. He served the last six years as the Deputy Chief of that Agency in charge of the Operations Division. In late 2003 Sheriff Jerue was appointed to serve as the Chief of Police for the City of DeWitt.
After serving as the Police Chief for the City of DeWitt for almost ten years, Sheriff Jerue then received an appointment by Sheriff Kangas to serve as the Undersheriff for the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Jerue is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a Degree in Criminal Justice. Sheriff Jerue is also a graduate of the 214th session of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA; PERF’s Senior Management Institute for Police at Harvard University in Boston, MA and Northern University School of Police Staff and Command.
“Over the coming months I will serve on the three member panel(along with our County Clerk and Chief Judge, in creating a process to interview and recommend the individual to receive appointment for the remainder of Sheriff Jerue’s term,” Spagnuolo added. “I am committed to an open, fair, and transparent process. I have no allegiances to any potential applicant and am not supporting anyone at this time. I look forward to meeting all the applicants, learning about their vision and experiences through their interviews, and selecting the individual that will best serve Clinton County.”
Middle School Dance Team shines
courtesy album
The middle school dance team put on two great performances this week during the halftime of each 8th grade girls basketball game.
Cedar Creek to host blood drive March 10
Cedar Creek Hospital will host a blood drive in the parking lot on Thursday, March 10, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cedar Creek Hospital is located at 101 W Townsend Road in St. Johns. Primary Blood Drive Chairperson is Danielle Dershem.
Schedule an appointment now at https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/137618