With the cold weather taking hold, luckily we don’t have to look too far to find things to keep us warm and healthy. 

Magruder Hospital was recently named a 2021 Guardian of Excellence Award(r) winner by Press Ganey, the national leader in healthcare consumer and workforce engagement. Press Ganey recognizes Magruder Hospital as a top-performing healthcare organization, achieving the 95th percentile or above for performance in patient experience in the Emergency Department.

The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award(r) is a top, competitive achievement for leading healthcare organizations. Presented annually, the award acknowledges hospitals and health systems that consistently sustained performance in the top 5% of all Press Ganey clients.

Chronic wounds affect nearly 6.7 million people in the U.S.  That number is on the rise, fueled by an aging population, and increased rates of conditions like diabetes, obesity and the late effects of radiation therapy. Left untreated, chronic wounds can lead to diminished quality of life and in the worst cases, amputation of the affected limb.

Each year, adult regular and high dose flu shots are given in The Pharmacy at Magruder. The Pharmacy is located at the end of the same building as Urgent Care and is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm, and Saturday/Sunday from 9am to 5pm. No appointment is required and the Pharmacy can bill insurances, so be sure to bring your card. For pediatric flu vaccinations, please check with your primary care provider or the Ottawa County Health Department.  If you plan to receive your flu shot from your Magruder Medical Group Primary Care Provider, please call their office to make an appointment.  The Pharmacy will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Want to learn more?  Check out our Flu Shot page.