Corewell Health faces anesthesiologist shortage, contract with West Michigan Anesthesia coming to an end

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Corewell Health West Michigan said Monday the hospital is forced to reschedule some surgeries due to an anesthesiologist shortage.

In a statement to 13 ON YOUR SIDE, a spokesperson for Corewell Health said West Michigan Anesthesia is terminating its contract with the hospital in September. They also claim the group is not providing enough staffing, forcing the rescheduling.

The hospital is actively recruiting and hiring for the anesthesia team…

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