Corewell Health's Natalie Baggio sits down with Dr. Kourosh Baghelai, cardiothoracic surgeon, to discuss how Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan is providing nationally recognized heart care close to home. Dr. Baghelai shares what it takes to build a world-class cardiothoracic surgery program, the importance of teamwork in achieving exceptional patient outcomes and what it means for the program to earn the prestigious three-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He also discusses innovative, minimally invasive heart valve procedures that are expanding treatment options and helping more patients receive advanced cardiac care right here in Southwest Michigan.

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News and sports headlines for July 24, 2026.

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Jonny Reinhardt talks with Stephanie Kohler-Pagan from Lory's Place about the origin of the organization. Who was Lory? How did they get started? Listen to learn more. 

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Sarah and Zack chat about the upcoming Grand Openings and Ribbon Cuttings going on in the community. Find them now at SMRChamber.com!

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What does it take to change careers and become a nurse later in life?

On this episode of Core Conversations, Natalie Baggio sits down with Jeanine Bussa, a graduate of the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program at Corewell Health. Jeanine shares how she pursued her lifelong dream of nursing at age 55 while balancing work, school and family. She discusses the support that helped her succeed, the importance of continuing healthcare benefits while earning her degree and the rewarding experience of now caring for patients in surgical services.

Learn how Corewell Health is helping strengthen the local healthcare workforce by creating opportunities for future nurses to grow, learn and serve their communities.

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