McLaren Greater Lansing stands as a prominent tertiary teaching hospital, strategically situated on the southern edge of the Michigan State University (MSU) campus in Lansing, Michigan. This 240-bed acute care facility is a cornerstone of healthcare in the region, offering a wide spectrum of advanced medical services. Since its move to a new, state-of-the-art healthcare campus on March 6, 2022, McLaren Greater Lansing has solidified its commitment to providing exceptional patient care and fostering medical education in collaboration with MSU.
Among its comprehensive services, McLaren Greater Lansing operates a Level III Trauma Center and Emergency Department, ensuring immediate and critical care for the community. The renowned Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute provides specialized treatment and rehabilitation. Patients benefit from comprehensive cardiac programs, dedicated medical and surgical units, and cutting-edge women’s and children’s health services, including a modern birthing center. Furthermore, the healthcare campus is home to the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Greater Lansing and an Outpatient Care Center, offering integrated and accessible healthcare solutions.
McLaren Greater Lansing’s dedication to medical education is deeply rooted in its affiliation with Michigan State University. The hospital hosts residency programs connected with the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, and the Statewide Campus System. These programs encompass family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, general surgery, anesthesiology, and obstetrics/gynecology, shaping the next generation of physicians. Fellowship opportunities are available in cardiology, hematology/oncology, gastroenterology, and pulmonary critical care, providing specialized training in critical medical fields. McLaren Greater Lansing also actively participates in city-wide residency programs in emergency medicine, neurology, urology, psychiatry, and physical and rehabilitation medicine, contributing to a broad spectrum of medical specialties.
The enduring relationship between McLaren Greater Lansing and Michigan State University is a source of mutual pride and strength. This partnership is built on a shared commitment to community health, medical education, and research advancement. As a vital teaching site for Michigan State University, McLaren Greater Lansing annually trains over 150 residents, fellows, and medical students from both the College of Human Medicine and the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Many attending and resident physicians hold MSU faculty appointments, actively engaging in the education and mentorship of future medical professionals. Dozens of MSU physicians are integral members of the McLaren Greater Lansing medical staff, further strengthening the clinical and academic integration. In addition to medical students and residents, McLaren Greater Lansing provides clinical training opportunities for MSU College of Nursing students, with over 170 students gaining practical experience in 2014-2015 alone. The collaboration extends to surgical practice, with MSU surgeons performing over 2,000 procedures annually at McLaren Greater Lansing and McLaren Orthopedic Hospital, demonstrating the scale of clinical partnership. McLaren and MSU researchers are actively engaged in 36 research protocols, focusing on critical areas such as breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, heart conditions, COPD, and stroke, driving advancements in medical understanding and treatment.
Through this dynamic partnership, McLaren Greater Lansing and Michigan State University are jointly shaping the future of healthcare in the region, combining advanced medical services with comprehensive educational programs and groundbreaking research initiatives.
