Holland Hospital News and Stories

HOLLAND, Mich., Jan. 27, 2026 — As demand for skilled health care professionals continues to rise, Holland Hospital is once again inviting local high school and college students to apply for its annual health care scholarship programs, continuing a long-standing commitment to supporting the next generation of medical professionals.

For Gary and Linda Speet, Holland Hospital isn’t just part of their community, it’s part of their lives, their history, and even their family legacy.

In recognition of National Blood Donor Month throughout January, Holland Hospital is celebrating the extraordinary generosity of our community members who donated blood in 2025.

Holland Hospital’s Bone & Joint Center is proud to announce that orthopedic surgeon Derick Johnson, DO has successfully performed 2,000 robotic-assisted knee replacements using the Mako™ Knee system from Stryker Corporation, positively impacting thousands of people across West Michigan.

Every name tells a story, and at Holland Hospital’s Boven Birth Center, more than 1,200 stories began in 2025. Holland Hospital is excited to share the names that captured the hearts of parents at Boven Birth Center this year.

Holland Hospital is proud to announce the expansion and enhancement of its comprehensive Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine Program, offering West Michigan patients access to advanced, hospital-based treatment for chronic and complex wounds.

From a calm birth to overcoming breastfeeding hurdles, Tate Bonnema discovered the power of support and community at Holland Hospital, finding confidence and connection every step of the way.

Pet therapy volunteer Carin Arvidson and her dogs are spreading joy and unconditional love to patients.

In the season of gratitude with Thanksgiving quickly approaching, Holland Hospital aims to help keep West Michigan residents healthy this holiday season.

Holland Hospital is the only hospital in Michigan to receive the Outpatient Joint Replacement Excellence Award and the Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award in 2026.