This load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serves 6 Ingredients 1 pound dried cannellini beans, soaked overnight and drained (see Tip) 6 cups unsalted chicken broth 1 cup chopped yellow onion 1 cup sliced carrots 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary 1 (4 ounce) Parmesan cheese rind plus 2/3 cup grated Parmesan, divided 2 bone-in chicken breasts (1 pound each) 4 cups chopped kale 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon ground pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves Directions Combine beans, br ..read more

Once again, rotisserie chickens can really relieve the dinner-rush pressure-especially in this Italian-inspired soup. Serves 6 Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, cut into 1/4-inch rounds 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage, or 1/4 teaspoon dried 2 14-ounce cans reduced-sodium chicken broth 2 cups water 1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed 1 2-pound roasted chicken, skin discarded, meat removed from bones and shredded (4 cups) Directions Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring often, until soft, about ..read more

During American Heart Month, you’ll see many valuable articles about maintaining a heart-healthy lifestyle. American Heart Month is observed to raise awareness on the importance of a healthy heart and to encourage healthy habits that help reduce the risk of heart disease. “You’ve heard time and again from your physicians and nurse practitioners that diet, exercise, regular check-ups, and compliance with medications are all excellent ways to address cardiac health,” said John Uplinger, RPh, a Trinity Health retail pharmacist. “While this is absolutely true, for a change of pace, I’d like to of ..read more

In July 2022, 66-year-old Westland resident Kurt Dominiak was getting out of the shower at his home after a long day and instantly began sweating and gasping for air. His fiancé, Linda, called 9-1-1. While being transported to the emergency department of Trinity Health Livonia by EMS, his heart stopped. He was resuscitated, but his heart stopped again upon arrival. “I got in the ambulance and that’s the last thing I remembered for three days,” Kurt said. His heart stopped five times as he was experiencing cardiac arrest. Dr. Tanmay Swadia, a board-certified cardiologist with the hospital, was ..read more

A cross between muffins and baked oatmeal, these oatmeal cakes are perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack. If you prefer to use fresh blueberries, they’re an equal swap for the frozen in this recipe. You can also make a double batch and enjoy one during the week and store the other batch in the freezer to savor later. Ingredients 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (see Tip) 1 ¼ cups low-fat milk ½ cup unsweetened applesauce ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest ¼ cup lemon juice 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ½ teas ..read more

We’re in the height of winter. Some of us are winter sports enthusiasts, others not so much. Did you know that hundreds of thousands of Americans will seek medical treatment because of injuries while skiing, skating, snowboarding, sledding and tobogganing this winter, according to research conducted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission? Whether you are a winter sport pro or novice, getting in shape and taking a few simple precautions can help make sure you take advantage of our winter wonderland without ending up on crutches or with other serious injuries. Dress Correctly Don’t shor ..read more

Alexandrea Garbus, CNM Expecting mothers at Trinity Health Oakland now have increased access to high quality evidence-based care through pregnancy and labor with Certified Nurse-Midwives. If you are not familiar, midwives are nurses specialized in advanced practice nursing. These experienced medical professionals have both a nursing degree and a master’s degree. Though midwife services are not a new concept, the hospital’s introduction of them in our outpatient office in Bloomfield Hills greatly expands access to their services in northern Oakland County. As midwives, our focus with every pati ..read more

If you are interested to learn some fun, new heart healthy meal options, look no further than our friend Amanda Sweetman, Regional Director of Farming and Healthy Lifestyles for Trinity Michigan.  This week they shared a delicious and refreshing Swiss Chard Salad, enough to feed you and your special someone this Valentine’s Day ..read more

The School of Adult Cardiac Ultrasound is a highly specialized and accelerated certificate program that trains students to become knowledgeable healthcare professionals who assist in diagnostic procedures performed in an Adult Cardiac Ultrasound Laboratory setting. Students begin the program by learning the basic fundamentals of heart function and physiology, then concentrate on core, didactic, lab, and clinical cardiovascular courses related to Adult Echocardiography. Specialty areas of the program include transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and stres ..read more

When you experience a sudden unexpected illness or an injury, you want to be seen right away. Yet not all concerns are life-threatening and therefore may not warrant a trip to the emergency room. Knowing where to go for your symptoms not only helps you receive the right type of care, but also helps clinical staff provide care in a timely manner for you and other patients. When should you go to your Primary Care Provider? For all non-life-threatening emergencies, always call your primary care provider first. Your provider knows your history and can advise you when to use the other options for c ..read more