From Girl Scout to CEO, Dr. Lydia Watson to Retire in 2026
Published on December 17, 2025From Girl Scout to CEO, Dr. Lydia Watson to Retire in 2026 After 29 years at MyMichigan Health, Lydia Watson, M.D., C.P.E., will retire as president and CEO in July 2026. Bryan Cross, Pharm.D., FACHE, will succeed her. Lydia Watson, M.D., C.P.E., holds a Girl Scout sash from her youth that helped spark her journey into health care.1 of 2 After dedicating more than 29 years to MyMichigan Health, Lydia Watson, M.D., C.P.E., has announced her retirement as president and CEO
U.S. News Names Medical Center in Alma a 2026 Maternity Care Access Hospital
Published on December 15, 2025U.S. News Names Medical Center in Alma a 2026 Maternity Care Access Hospital MyMichigan Medical Center Alma was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for maternity care. U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named MyMichigan Medical Center Alma a 2026 Maternity Care Access Hospital. This designation recognizes hospitals offering essential maternity services to underserved communities and is also part of U.S.
MyMichigan Expands Physical Therapy Access with Second Rehabilitation Services Location in Mt. Pleas
Published on December 10, 2025MyMichigan Expands Physical Therapy Access with Second Rehabilitation Services Location in Mt. Pleasant MyMichigan Health’s new Rehabilitation Services location at 1400 Mission Street in Mt. Pleasant. MyMichigan Health is proud to announce the opening of a second Rehabilitation Services location in Mt. Pleasant, significantly enhancing the community's access to specialized physical therapy and other rehabilitative treatments. This expansion is specifically aimed at
Applications for Bailey Fund Scholarships 2026-2027 Now Being Accepted
Published on December 05, 2025Applications for Bailey Fund Scholarships Now Being Accepted Applications to the Bernard F. and Melissa Anne Bailey Family Fund Health Care Scholarship program at MyMichigan Health are now available for the 2026-2027 school year. Students may access the application online on the Bailey Family Fund Health Care Scholarship Page. Applications and support documentation will only be accepted electronically. The deadline for the 2026-2027 school year is Tuesday, April 1,
Holiday Giving Programs to Support Local Patients, Families
Published on December 08, 2025Holiday Giving Programs to Support Local Patients, Families MyMichigan Health Foundation has launched its annual holiday giving programs, offering community members meaningful ways to honor loved ones while supporting vital care, equipment, and patient services across MyMichigan Health. This year’s campaigns, including Stars in the Garden, Love Light Trees, as well as Year-End Giving, invite donors to make gifts in recognition or memory of friends, family members, or
Embracing Change: MyMichigan Health Expands Leadership Model to Grow and Innovate
MyMichigan Health News Release For Immediate Release Dec. 4, 2025 Embracing Change: MyMichigan Health Expands Leadership Model to Grow and Innovate MIDLAND, Mich. — In an ever-evolving health care industry, if there is one thing that is certain, change is a constant. Embracing this principle has enabled MyMichigan Health to improve health outcomes, expand services, and increase access in the 26 counties it serves. As part of this commitment to excellence, MyMichigan Health will undergo a
MyMichigan Named Most Wired in Three Categories
Published on December 01, 2025MyMichigan Named Most Wired in Three Categories MyMichigan Health earned three honors by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) HealthCare’s Most Wired survey. For 2025, MyMichigan received Most Wired Certificate Level 7 accolades in the Acute, Ambulatory, as well as Long Term Post-Acute Care categories. The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program conducts an annual survey to assess how effectively health care organizations apply core and
