National Blood Clot Alliance Designates MyMichigan Medical Center Midland as First DVT Center of Excellence™ in the Nation

MyMichigan Medical Center Midland has been recognized by the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) as the first hospital in the United States to be designated a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Center of Excellence™. This prestigious designation highlights the center’s unwavering dedication to delivering cutting-edge, patient-centered DVT care and advancing national standards in venous thromboembolism (VTE) management. By integrating evidence-based practices, multidisciplinary coordination, and a strong emphasis on early detection and follow-up, MyMichigan Medical Center Midland has established a DVT program that serves as a benchmark for excellence.

“We’re proud of the work being done here in Midland to make DVT care more proactive, coordinated, and effective,” said Dr. Jacob Frisbie, vascular surgeon and physician VTE champion. “This designation from NBCA validates our team’s focus on making sure patients receive timely intervention, the right treatment, and the long-term support they need to recover and thrive.”

NBCA’s DVT Center of Excellence (COE)™ program identifies and supports hospitals that go beyond standard care protocols, demonstrating exceptional leadership, quality, and innovation in clot-related care. Designated centers also serve as collaborators in national education and advocacy efforts aimed at reducing the burden of blood clots.

“This recognition is a testament to what can happen when departments come together to create a unified approach to patient care,” said Nadia Cottelit, B.S.N., R.N., V.T.E., coordinator at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland. “We’ve improved communication, built meaningful care pathways, and ultimately made a difference in patient outcomes.”

In its role as the inaugural DVT COE, MyMichigan will work alongside NBCA as well as existing and future designated centers to drive innovation, share best practices, and promote awareness about VTE prevention and treatment nationwide. They join distinguished institutions such as Corewell Health West Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, FL, and AdventHealth Palm Coast and Palm Coast Parkway Hospitals in Palm Coast, FL as leaders in the VTE space.

“MyMichigan Medical Center Midland is a trailblazer,” said Erin VanDyke, PA-C, Vice President of the Centers of Excellence Program at NBCA. “Their team has built a model that not only saves lives but also empowers patients and providers alike. As our very first DVT COE, they are helping us lay the foundation for a national movement to transform VTE care in community settings.”

Those interested in more information about NBCA’s VTE Center of Excellence™ Program and efforts to reduce the impact of blood clots may visit stoptheclot.org.

About the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA)
Established in 2003, the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA) is the nation’s leading nonprofit, patient advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of life-threatening blood clots. NBCA is recognized as a leading voice in the VTE community, working in collaboration with patients, caregivers, health care providers, researchers, and public health professionals across the country. NBCA serves the community through a comprehensive range of education, advocacy, and clinical excellence initiatives, including national awareness campaigns, healthcare provider resources, and patient-centered tools designed to empower individuals to recognize risk factors, understand symptoms, and seek timely care. NBCA reaches millions of individuals annually through digital outreach, clinical partnerships, and strategic public health collaborations. NBCA's work is guided by the belief that no one should die from a preventable blood clot. With a strong foundation of patient advocacy and evidence-based programming, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to reduce the burden of blood clots on individuals, families, and healthcare systems nationwide.