Grand Rapids Magazine May/June 2022 by Grand Rapids Magazine

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Michelle Pena Mercy Health Chief Nursing Officer

of the area’s Best Doctors in over 65 specialties

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Dr. Robert Riekse is a board-certified internist, with subspecialties in palliative and hospice medicine, and geriatric medicine.

Aging is a privilege. Dr. Robert Riekse knows this to be true from years of experience. After watching his grandparents live well into their 90s, he realized aging was not only an honor, but also rare. Through years of medical training, he saw that aging didn’t have to — and he didn’t want it to be — a rarity. It was in that moment that he dedicated his career to geriatric medicine. Since 2014, Dr. Riekse has served as Medical Director of Beacon Hill at Eastgate, overseeing all clinical care and comforting residents with his compassionate approach. In addition

to his clinical responsibilities, he serves as the Program Director for the Grand Rapids Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program at Michigan State University. His passion lies in helping adults age gracefully and live a balanced life while doing it.

“We treat the residents like our family. Like our moms, our dads. We just want what’s best for them, and we work a little harder every day to make theirs a little better.”

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contents MAY/JUNE 2022 VOLUME 58, ISSUE 3

Grand Rapids Magazine checks in with health professionals across West Michigan, including Shawn Ulreich, SVP of Clinical Operations at Spectrum Health.

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editor's letter / connect

Do medical professionals finally get a break? The past two-plus years have been incredibly difficult for everyone. From the restaurant industry we love so dearly to the many Americans who’ve seen mental health struggles magnified as the stressors and social isolation took hold. But perhaps no industry and its workers has been more adversely affected than health care. While it’s hard to constantly read about the pandemic everywhere we turn, the unfortunate truth is it’s been the dominant story in our world for the past 26 months. While there’s plenty of promise that it is finally starting to shed its prominence in the news cycle as other consequential events take shape, we couldn’t publish another health care issue without mentioning the coronavirus. Thankfully, writer Sam Easter took a fascinating approach to the story of nurses and hospital support staff who have been living the nightmare for the past two-plus years. Whether COVID-19 is a serious issue to you or not, one thing is sure: It is very serious for those in the hospitals who deal with the virus on a day-in, day-out basis as they treat those afflicted with the illness. The raw stories Sam uncovered are well worth the read. While the pandemic grabbed most of the headlines, plenty more was underway in the health care field. We turned Jesse O’Brien loose to see what the incredible medical research industry in Grand Rapids is up to now. Outside of the health care pieces, which are scattered throughout the magazine, we also check on the food truck scene in West Michigan. These businesses on wheels have some really fun events scheduled throughout the summer. And downtown there’s a new retailer hoping to usher in an expanded era of shopping in the city’s center. A new seafood option opened in Grand Rapids over the winter, so we paid a visit to Beacon Corner Bar, which also has some great happy hour deals. For the next hot date night, stop in at Knoop, a rooftop bar that has stylish vibes and great drinks. And now that we’re into warmer weather, try a refreshing salad recipe that checks all the boxes and some of the margarita options I laid out in the back of the magazine. Now, go enjoy that beautiful spring weather!

Pat Evans Managing Editor, Grand Rapids Magazine

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We jump into the post-pandemic night life of Grand Rapids.

FEATURED CONTRIBUTOR

Jesse O'Brien What do you enjoy most about West Michigan in the summer? Sometimes it feels like you can stretch 30 hours out of a West Michigan summer day. There aren't many places you can go hiking in the morning, spend the afternoon by the beach, catch a concert in the evening and swing by a bonfire at night. And there's always a chance you might get to experience fall, winter and spring in that same timeframe. Where are you eager to check out this summer in Grand Rapids? For one, I can't wait to get back out on a patio with a pint. But this will also be the first summer where my 1-year old golden retriever has developed some semblance of coordination and obedience, so I'm looking forward to taking him out in nature a bit more this year and maybe testing out his lake legs.

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people+places THE GUIDE TO YOUR CITY

SPOTLIGHT

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» PLUS: HOUSING MARKET OUTLOOK SUMMER OF FOOD TRUCKS DOWNTOWN SHOPPING

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The sounds of music A new theater is opening up in the Woodland Mall complex.

The 2022 Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens kicks off June 2. The full lineup wasn’t posted until after the magazine went to press, but highlights include Amos Lee, Foreigner and Pink Floyd. Elsewhere in GR, GLC Live at 20 Monroe concerts in May and June include Modest Mouse, Primus and comedian Patton Oswalt. Van Andel Arena welcomes Journey, Sting, Justin Bieber, and REO Speedwagon with Styx.

“This new theater, with unmatched amenities, represents an upgrade akin to the upgrade the mall tenancy underwent as we continue our pursuit of creating a regional destination experience." Vince Vizza

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Movie theater reopens The pandemic did a number on movie theaters (and the movie industry as a whole), but an area movie house is rising from the ashes. Phoenix Theatres at Woodland Mall reopened in early April, compete with 4K digital projection and fully reclining, heated seats. “Heated reclining seating has become a customer favorite and a signature amenity in all Phoenix Theatres,” said Cory Jacobson, owner of the Michigan-based Phoenix Theatres, which operates six theaters. “When we discovered several years ago the newest feature available was heated seats, we thought this would make the experience even more comfortable and perfect to warm everyone up on a chilly day or even in the middle of summer.” Perhaps the facility’s coolest feature, however, is the more than 30 movie-related photographs across eight decades curated by local historian Michael Hauser. The collection includes photographs and memorabilia of local theaters in West Michigan. Each screening room also is named after a classic area theater. “This new theater, with unmatched amenities, represents an upgrade akin to the upgrade the mall tenancy underwent as we continue our pursuit of creating a regional destination experience,” said Vince Vizza, vice president of real estate leasing at PREIT, the Woodland Mall developer. “Phoenix Theatres joins other top-tier experiences from The Cheesecake Factory and Black Rock Bar & Grill and a tremendous existing retail lineup which includes Sephora, Lush, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, Von Maur, Urban Outfitters, Altar’d State and Apple. The property continues to attract new and exciting tenants and impressive traffic and sales in a discerning market.” 10

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Macarons!

A new spot to grab a French treat is open downtown. Le Macaron opened this spring at 132 Monroe Center NW. The franchise offers French pastries, including macarons. The shop also offers chocolates, eclairs, French gelato, coffee, espresso, lemon tarts and more. EXTERIOR COURTESY OF PHOENIX THEATRES MACARONS ISTOCK/ ROBERT AND MONIKA

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people + places / guide Food trucks line up at Rosa Parks Circle.

GUIDE

Food truck season heats up Festivals, fixed locations help rolling eateries. BY PAT EVANS

While Grand Rapids is not quite the food truck paradise one might find in Austin, Texas, or Portland, Oregon, there are strides being made. One of the people at the forefront of that charge is Alan Stone, president of GR Loves Food Trucks. Stone said downtown doesn’t yet have the pedestrian-friendly vibe needed to support food trucks on every corner. But it’s getting there. For now, a vibrant group of supporters is helping the small businesses thrive and the potential is there for much more interaction. A big piece of allowing the food trucks to shine without the mass downtown FOOD TRUCKS EXPERIENCE GRAND RAPIDS

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customers is the variety of corporate catering gigs, fun events and supportive breweries and distilleries, Stone said. The other piece? A push for events to highlight the food trucks and bring people out to see what they could be missing. GR Loves Food Trucks begins its sixth season of Food Truck Fridays at Riverside Park on May 20. Every Friday until Sept. 2, between 12 and 17 food trucks will be available from 5-9 p.m. on a rotating basis. Stone said more than 2,000 people show up each week to check out the choices. Beyond that, Stone works with the city of Kentwood on the Kentwood Food Truck

Festival, which will take place June 4 and Sept. 17 this year. The festival will bring 30-plus food trucks, a beer tent and music to Kentwood from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. on each of those Saturdays. If those aren’t enough to quench food truck desires and seeking them out in the wild is too difficult, the Grand Rapids Food Truck Association will host a festival May 22 at Calder Plaza with up to 40 food trucks. While a hungry customer can waltz into any restaurant, food trucks can provide an easy way to try new cuisines or creative recipes, and more importantly, offer a more accessible way into business for talented entrepreneurs. Stone said each year before the COVID-19 pandemic, one or two food trucks would close, but another three or four would open. This year, he said there could be 15 opening up. “One of the things I love about food trucks is, it’s the ultimate small business,” Stone said. “It really is a great way for people to start a small business. “There are all sorts of diverse food offerings coming this way.” GR M AG .CO M

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Dr. Abha Gupta Varma at her office.

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Care for everyone

Cherry Health doctor relishes opportunity for early diagnosis. BY PASHA SHIPP

// PHOTOS BY ALFIELD REEVES

wanted to go to the beginning of it all where it all begins — hypertension, diabetes, obesity, sleep apnea, depression, anxiety and all of the fundamentals of internal medicine. Working for Cherry Health, which I’m exceptionally gratified by, I take care of men and women coming out of the prison system. I take care of the indigent, who can walk up to my office from Dégagé and the Salvation Army and Mel Trotter. I say this to everybody, and I mean this: Never take trust and faith for granted when somebody places their entire life and their hope in your hands. That’s a gift. And if you don’t regard it as such, then you won’t treat it as such.

GRM: How has Cherry Health had to pivot during COVID-19? Telehealth had to become a very recognizable, affordable and sanctioned part of medicine, where the government actually pays us to be telehealth practitioners, without which we couldn’t have safely navigated through COVID. There is always going to be value for the patient who is too infirm to leave the house. With COVID, that applied to the entire world, and just as teachers quickly morphed into a Zoom model, physicians and patients did the same. For a time, we had a drive-up, get-yoursugar-checked model; we had a mail-bloodpressure-cuffs-to-the-patient model, where we were giving patients free blood pressure cuffs just so that metric could be managed safely. COVID required us to become telehealth gurus and asking the government to follow suit and cover that cost — insurance companies cover that cost — was deeply relevant to our practice, and it’s actually become great to be able to do telehealth.

GRM: What makes Cherry Health different from other health centers? The beauty of a federally qualified health center is that we are taking care of that vulnerable population without question. We have a sliding scale paying opportunity. You bring in your pay stubs for the past month and that enables us, based on your earnings, to determine what percent of a visit you will pay for, and some people have 100% coverage. A federally qualified health center relies on the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services to ensure that we remain solvent. We require assistance from the government in order to exist, and our FQHC, Cherry Health, is the largest federally qualified health center in Michigan, and we have over 50,000 patients. It’s deeply gratifying to be part of such a mission because we know the work we’re doing is not merely good, it’s imperative. How else are we going to ensure that the larger swath of the population continues to get health care,

GRM: What do you find most meaningful about your work? Imagine asking a patient why he or she was in prison. Imagine their fear of telling you the truth. I had one such patient, and her trespass was pretty egregious, and she says, ‘Do I have to tell you, Dr. Abha?’ I said, ‘Only if your revelation eases your heart and enables me to take better care of you.’ And it completely relaxed her, and she told me why she had gone to prison. I looked at her and I said, ‘You are more than your trespass; you are more than this crime, and I hope you know and believe that. I believe that. Now let’s start rehabilitating you.’ I regard my position as a preventive medicine practitioner very seriously. I have never been more gratified as a physician, in anything I’ve ever done, than knowing that I’m making a difference in all lives, not merely some lives. Health is not an eventuality. Health is a daily, accessible necessity.

Dr. Abha Gupta Varma, a physician at Cherry Health, has been practicing for just over two decades. Familiar with the nuances of medicine since she was a kid — both of her parents were doctors — Varma strives to provide the best care she can by talking to patients early and often. She spoke with Grand Rapids Magazine about her passion for providing the community with accessible medical services at Michigan’s largest federally qualified health center. Grand Rapids Magazine: How did you get into medicine? My parents hail from India. They were immigrants back in the ’70s, both of whom were physicians — Dad a gastroenterologist trained at Henry Ford, and Mom, a radiologist trained in Dearborn, Michigan. Early on, my brother, Ashish, and I gleaned the reverential nature of medicine. My dad was a true guru and lover of the art and science of medicine. When the phone would ring, and the nurses would say, ‘We have a consult for Dr. Gupta,’ my brother and I would ask, ‘Who is it coming from and what’s the nature of the consult? What room is the patient located in?’ I mean, really knowing every detail young in life, we might have been 10 and 12, because we understood the importance of his work. It’s funny, my dad would look at people’s nails and their lips and their tongue and be able to make all kinds of diagnoses, just looking at it through observation, and I find myself years forward doing the same thing, unwittingly. I think that my dad, as a healer hailing from the East, using both an allopathic and naturopathic, homeopathic approach to medicine, has definitely shaped and molded me as a Doctor of Medicine for 21 years and counting. GRM: What brought you to Cherry Health? I liked the pace and the acuity of internal medicine in the hospital, or hospitalist medicine, and I did that for 16 years. In 2016, I realized I needed to become a primary care doc and give back to patients in need of managing preventable diseases. I think I

without which we glut our emergency rooms, miss preventable diseases, and see end-stage disease when we could have seen prevention or treatment?

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Susan Coombes and Lisa Radeck stand behind the counter at their store, Periwinkle Fog.

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Tasteful retail Former GRAM employees open new artsy store. BY PAT EVANS

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When the Grand Rapids Art Museum’s gift shop closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, a hole was left downtown. But not for long. Former GRAM employees Lisa Radeck and Susan Coombes opened Periwinkle Fog, 125 Ottawa Ave. NW, in hopes of filling that void and providing Grand Rapidians and tourists with a fun, eclectic gift shop. “We both love to travel. We always go to art museums and their stores, it’s such an important aspect to the art experience and we love to shop,” Radeck said. “We love finding those gems, whether they’re big or small. We love finding items we can connect to.” Radeck left GRAM in 2018, “floating around trying to find the right project.” About a year ago, while traveling with her husband, Radeck received a call from Coombes and the process began. Coombes was GRAM’s retail store manager for nine years, while Radeck worked in the visitor services and welcome center. The two quickly settled on their plan. With both having a penchant for travel, and Coombes living at times in The Netherlands and Hong Kong, a collection of local gems for people to find was a no-brainer. 14

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“We weren’t necessarily looking for downtown, but after a few meetings with Richard App, we found we’d love to infuse part of what we did at GRAM and bring those customers and work with local artists and have a consignment shop.” App, the city’s retail retention and attraction specialist, has a big vision for the retail mix in downtown Grand Rapids. Periwinkle Fog fits into that by providing a mix of a gift shop and local art consignment. Radeck said approximately 25% of the store will be local artists, ranging from woodworking pieces to photography, jewelry and pottery. Other pieces will come from vendors the pair worked with at GRAM, puzzles and games, including some made by local toy company Uncle Goose. Public Thread provides accessories and handbags. Home decor and travel basics also will be part of the product mix. With 11 hotels within walking distance of the store, and the only real gift shop in the Amway Grand Plaza, Radeck said a missing component to downtown was a place for travelers to pick up souvenirs. In a way, that’s what the GRAM store did. “It had a door on Monroe Center and a lot of foot traffic came from outside and people stopped in, shopping at the store to get gifts,” she said. For now, with approximately 10 artists on consignment, Radeck said the store is about maxed out in terms of available space. She said the shop is in a perfect place downtown to grow a little bit, but there’s always room to expand a waitlist of talented artists hoping to share their works. Periwinkle Fog will be in tune with the local arts scene, as the owners network with their friends who work in different mediums, explore neighborhood boutiques and work with local events. Radeck said they already have worked with ArtPrize and Festival of the Arts. The balance of appealing to both tourists and Grand Rapids residents can be a challenge, but Radeck is confident they will find the sweet spot. “Both of us are connected to Grand Rapids, being raised here and living here, working with community groups,” she said. “Both of our jobs (required) us talking with the public on a daily basis, whether that was visitors or locals, and so we put that information away of what they’d like to see in their experience here. We’re hoping to provide that here for them.”

Periwinkle Fog is representative of the types of businesses Grand Rapids would like to draw downtown. The city needs a lot more options in terms of things to do and a way to complement other activities to keep people downtown. Food and drink and special events have been staples in downtown Grand Rapids for years now, but App told Grand Rapids Magazine earlier this year it’s forming a more well-rounded retail selection, as evidenced by longtime sports retailer Gazelle Sports moving into a storefront this year. Grand Rapids once was a regional hub for shopping, with multiple department stores and other retail outlets, but that changed toward the latter part of the past century with the mass exodus of downtown centers to suburban malls across the country. Now, however, the pendulum is swinging the other way from a time when former Mayor John Logie famously suggested the sidewalks in downtown Grand Rapids rolled up at 5 p.m. Logie was mayor from 1992-2003, helping lead a period when many of the major additions that helped form today’s downtown were built, including Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place. Periwinkle Fog is another step in a journey changing retail downtown. “Obviously, Richard really sold us the vision,” Radeck said. “The really exciting plans, the three to five years of what could happen and that’s when we really started to look downtown, in the heart of downtown. It wasn’t really in the plans, but let’s do this because it might be at the beginning of something really special. “What we hope will happen is we will have a good grouping in the center here of shops. We could use another shoe shop, a women’s clothing store, a small-scale department store of sorts. It’s all something that can enhance coming downtown to get something to eat, do some shopping, go to the museums. It’s rounding out a whole experience and having it walkable for them.”

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ISSUES

Real estate market hits new heights Navigating it doesn’t have to be nauseating. BY PAT EVANS

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Is the Grand Rapids housing market the hottest it has ever been? At the very least it’s the hottest it’s been in years, making it hard for homebuyers — particularly first-time buyers — to find and secure a home purchase. With most of the amenities found in larger cities, a much friendlier cost of living and quick access to multiple great natural features, Grand Rapids is a desirable place to live. With that in mind, Realtor.com named the Grand RapidsWyoming market No. 26 on its list of 100 16

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hottest U.S. markets in 2021. “Yeah, sure it’s intense,” said Scott Rider, a real estate agent with Grand River Realty. “But the overall process isn’t life-threatening. It’s possible. The news makes it seem impossible at times, but it’s still possible.” That pace continued into 2022. According to Redfin’s January figures — the latest available when the magazine went to print — the median sale price for a home in Grand Rapids was $217,750, up 10.5% year-over-year. That is in part, of course, because supply is low; 252 homes sold that month, down 10.6% compared to same month the year prior. “That’s the simple answer, inventory is at an all-time low,” Rider said. “If you follow any news around West Michigan, you’ll hear the stories about how competitive the market is and that mostly comes from the fact that the same number of houses are being sold each year, but the amount of houses to choose from is low.” The lack of supply comes from a new generation of first-time homebuyers, an influx of people moving to West Michigan and sellers worried about selling and having to jump into the competitive ILLUSTRATION ISTOCK/SORBETTA

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Scott Rider, a real estate agent with Grand River Realty on site of one of his active listings.

market. While the supply is low, it’s still a solid value to residents, Rider said. “It’s truly a wonderful time to live in this area,” he said. This year could be a bit more tame than last year, as the market peak hit in August 2021, when the median sale price reached $252,000. The market hit new heights, and the rapid clip at which homes flew off the market made it challenging for real estate agents and buyers alike who were used to the old way of working through the process. The extra experience and news coverage likely will lead to more productive situations as buyers and sellers find their way, he said. “Real people were trying to make some very impactful and important decisions about the largest financial investment they make, and they did it, they found a way,” Rider said. “2022 will be no different; buyers and sellers will find a way to navigate.” The market still is hot and very competitive, according to Redfin’s competitive score, which gave Grand Rapids-Wyoming a score of 89 on a scale that goes to 100. It notes homes are selling approximately 3% over asking, with more than half going for more than asking. The average January home sale in Kent County was $318,620, up 18.8% yearover-year, according to the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors. With average home prices surging throughout the last year across the country, many assume a crash might be on the horizon. Don’t hold your breath. While that could be true for some markets, there is some thought West Michigan was just catching up to the actual value of the region. Even at this stage in climbing home prices, Rider said he believes a new home still is a solid investment for those looking for a new dwelling. “As interest rates rise and some real buyer fatigue hits, it’s very likely that we see prices level off,” Rider said. “Grand Rapids is just catching up to national numbers in a lot of ways. I’m not asking people to compare house prices in New

The median sale price for a home in Grand Rapids was $217,750, up 10.5% yearover-year. That is in part, of course, because supply is low; 252 homes sold that month, down 10.6% compared to same month the year prior. Redfin

York City to Grand Rapids, but the days of homes costing less than $150,000 are very likely behind us. I can agree on a plateau at some point, but a long-term regression would be very surprising.” The real estate market slowed down a bit during the winter according to statistics, but it still proved extremely difficult for some buyers to find their way into a home, competing with cash offers, institutional investors and a variety of tactics that could ultimately make the deal riskier — like waiving inspections and guaranteeing the gap between purchase price and the appraisal value. That last one is a particular danger for first-time home buyers with limited liquid cash looking to find their way into a comfortable home at the upper end of their budget. Unfortunately for eager buyers, it still could be an uphill battle to buy a home this summer — the traditionally “hot” real estate period. There are fewer homes for sale, and while interest rates will rise this year, they still will be relatively low compared to a decade ago, so home buying likely will stay a hot activity in 2022. “West Michigan is going to be competitive for buyers again this summer,” Rider said. “Without a short-term way to truly increase inventory, I expect competition with waived inspections, appraisal gaps and buyers finding creative ways to land a dream home.” Sellers seemingly still will have the advantage heading into a home sale, but a prospective home buyer does have options. “Aligning with a knowledgeable agent will be key for buyers,” Rider said. “A buyer's goals and expectations will really drive their decision to dive into a bidding war or find alternative options to land a home. I never want to see anyone feel stuck or make a bad investment. “Sometimes it's OK to take a breath and reevaluate the situation.” GR M AG .CO M

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SPOTLIGHT

BAMF off to quick start

Dr. Anthony Chang photographed at Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building

MSU Medical Innovation Building tenant has big aspirations. BY JESSE O’BRIEN

// PHOTOS BY ASHLEY WIERENGA

Despite ongoing construction at MSU's Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building, Bold Advanced Medical Future (BAMF) Health already is off to a running start as one of the flagship tenants of the site. Founded in 2018 by former Van Andel Institute scientist Dr. Anthony Chang, BAMF Health aims to transform the way cancer is treated and understood in West Michigan. BAMF will occupy more 60,000 square feet of space in the building, including a 12,000-square-foot radiopharmacy, a 10,000-square-foot molecular imaging clinic, a 10,000-squarefoot theronastics clinic and the company’s North American headquarters, according to 18

BAMF will occupy more 60,000 square feet of space in the building.

the Grand Rapids Business Journal. BAMF and the university announced in June the arrival of a pair of cyclotrons, which have since been installed in the radiopharmacy. The cyclotrons will be used in the manufacture of isotopes for radiopharmaceuticals, which can target specific organs, cells and tissues infected with cancer while limiting side effects of treatment. Once the radiopharmaceuticals are made, they will be administered onsite at the Innovation Building. Additionally, the upstart precision medicine company recently received a $500,000 investment from local venture fund the New Community Transformation Fund, the GRBJ reported in February. BAMF Health may have just begun making waves in West Michigan, but its potential for life-changing cancer treatments — with an eye toward one day also treating Alzheimer's, Parkinson’s, endometriosis and other major illnesses — means those waves could be crashing along the shore for many years to come.

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» PLUS: CHANGING RETIREMENT BOOK SHOPPING MEDIC AL INNOVATION

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HOME

Breakfast essentials 9 elements to include for a cozy nook. BY LAUREN FIGUEROA, LAUREN FIGUEROA INTERIOR DESIGN

I don't know about you, but my husband and I are always talking about a way to add a cozy breakfast nook into our home. Whether it's built-in or just in the kitchen, I love to have both an eat-in kitchen and an additional dining area — probably because I love variety! Even newer open-concept homes often will have a breakfast nook in addition to a dining table, and especially in the current work-from-home/school-from-home/ everything-from-home season, you'll appreciate having additional spots to land! So, what kinds of things should you consider when you’re planning your cozy breakfast nook? Here are nine great design elements we think you'll love:

1. Warm Filtered Lighting: Consider a fixture with filtered light, like a drum chandelier or candelabra with shades. This type of light is soothing and not harsh, providing the perfect lighting for a cozy breakfast or evening tea. 2. Built-in Hutch with Open Shelving: The perfect statement piece to display functional and beautiful items in your kitchen area. This can be an ever-evolving space as you collect and refine the collected items in your space. 3. Colorful Centerpiece: I love when something practical can become a design feature: a bowl of colorful fruit or a jar

with cut branches — whatever it is, make it colorful and beautiful. 4. Pots, Vases and Vessels: Include these types of items in various shapes and sizes, and experiment with placing them on stacks of books, in groups of two or three, or solo. These can create places to store other kitchen-y type items, like wooden spoons or service items. 5. Cookbooks and Bar Books: A breakfast nook is the perfect place for your beautiful cook and bar books to live. Put them in stacks, or try highlighting one or two using a stand, opened to a favorite recipe. 6. Position Near Gorgeous Windows: Nothing is dreamier than tons of natural light pouring into your space. Whenever you can, try to position high-use rooms on the south side of your home for maximum natural light. 7. Mixed Material Chairs: For a less formal, more eclectic look, use a mix of both upholstered and wood/metal chairs. 8. Library Lights: If you have a spot for them (hint-hint, BUILT-INS!), include library lights or sconces as an additional light source. These will be for mood lighting and highlighting your shelves rather than a functional main light source, but they bring the coziness factor! 9. Closed Storage: In addition to your open shelving, be sure to add options for closed storage. This is where you can hide away your practical-but-not-sopretty items that you'd like to have handy, but just don’t want to look at daily!

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TOP 5

Turn the page These 5 independent bookstores fight the good fight. BY PAT EVANS

// PHOTO BY BRYAN ESLER

Some ironic news hit in March when Amazon announced it was ending its endeavor to open brick-and-mortar bookstores — the very establishments it hoped would wipe out bookstores’ endangered-species status. The good news? There still are excellent independently owned bookstores here in Grand Rapids.

The Vault of Midnight bookstore (shown below) is a great place to escape in a book or graphic novel.

Schuler Books One of the largest independent bookstores in the country, Schuler Books, 2660 28th St. SE, has been a staple in the Grand Rapids book community since 1982. The wide selection of books hits every genre and, strangely, Schuler Books has a massive TikTok following. Check it out! Books & Mortar A relatively new anchor to the Cherry Street shopping district, Books & Mortar recently expanded into a new storefront, 966 Cherry St. SE. The shop is “consciously curated,” and a progressive selection can help expand curious minds. Argos Book Shop Since 1975, Argos Book Shop, 1405 Robinson Road SE, has been a go-to stop for Grand Rapidians looking for books, from comic books to awesome antique and vintage editions. Nearby, Redux Books offers similar selections, making an excellent one-two Eastown punch. Baker Book House Baker Book House is a staple book shop for the thriving religious publishing industry that calls West Michigan home. The store, 2768 East Paris Ave. SE, carries a variety of books ranging from popular fiction to bibles and academic readings.

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A few weeks ago, my brother, nephew and I went to a movie at Studio Park. The pandemic helped eviscerate the movie theater industry, but it was incredible to sit in those big cozy seats, drink a beer and watch a movie on a giant screen with massive sounds. Sure, streaming anything and everything is great, but an in-person experience reminds us of what we’re missing.

Vault of Midnight Comic books and graphic numbers reemerged as an incredibly popular literary channel in recent years (thanks, Marvel movies!) and Vault of Midnight, 95A Monroe Center St. NW, is a gem of a store for all comic book needs. GR M AG .CO M

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are for new designers and for taking risks in their day-to-day wardrobes.” We talked with him about style and local fashion: Grand Rapids Magazine: Tell us about yourself. Ben Tobar: I started styling for A.K. Rikk's as a way to pay for college and loved it so much that I have been doing it ever since. I always loved clothes and how they could be used as a tool to communicate any idea the wearer has about themselves to the world around them. It has been an honor to assure that the clientele and friends that I have styled have looked their best for the most important parts of their lives. GRM: What do you find most inspiring and exciting about fashion and clothing? BT: That it never stops evolving. It is an endless source for someone to be creative. It's a way to transport oneself somewhere or be super present in their day-to-day life. I appreciate people who have the same passion and wear it on their sleeves (pun intended). Dress up! Wear the heels! Bright orange for winter? Why not! Let's find a way to make it work. GRM: How would you describe your style? BT: Timeless with a dash of quirky. I like mixing elements of a traditional wardrobe but substituting one or two pieces for something a little “off.” For instance, if I need to wear a suit for an occasion, I like putting a tee and sneakers with it instead of a traditional dress shirt and brogues. STYLE

Dressing out of the box

Ben Tobar finds the sweet spot between timeless and adventurous style. WRITTEN BY KELSEY DUNNEBACK

Ben Tobar photographed at A.K. Rikk's women's salon. Here he is wearing a jacket by Zegna, shirt by Theory, pants by PT, and sneakers by Zegna

// PHOTOS BY TERI GENOVESE

Personal stylist at A.K. Rikk’s and host of the local luxury retailer’s “Where to Wear” video series, Ben Tobar presents a confident, clean style with a twist, pulling subtle bold details into his outfits to instill some pep into the monotony of everyday dressing. Tobar said he’s seen a burst of energy in the fashion scene in Grand Rapids and is “amazed at how willing and hungry people here

GRM: Where are your favorite spots to shop in Grand Rapids? BT: I'm a little jaded, but A.K. Rikk’s has my heart! I do enjoy checking out Premier for fun sneakers and Cascade Optical for new frames. GRM: In honor of your video series “Where to Wear,” what's your dream occasion to style someone for and what are you dressing them in? BT: I would love an opportunity to style Zendaya and Jeff Goldblum if they were starring in a Wes Anderson movie based in Positano in the ’80s! GRM: Best style advice? BT: Trust your instincts, but don't put yourself in a box. Be willing to try new things. Also, if clothes make you happy, don’t be afraid of investing in them.

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Local author Janyre Tromp pulls together her own experiences with those near her in the novel "Shadows in the Mind's Eye."

EXPERIENCE

A novel approach to PTSD

Author’s work of fiction draws on real experiences.

BY ANN BYLE

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anyre Tromp knows something about PTSD. She suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder due to childhood trauma. She experienced it as a result of her daughter’s long illness, which brought to the surface her childhood experiences once again. Combine that with stories from her grandfather’s experiences in World War II and a friend’s family history, and she had the makings of a novel. “Shadow in the Mind’s Eye,” which released in April and is published by Grand Rapids-based Kregel Publications, is the story of Sam and Charlotte Anne (Annie) Mattas, who must together face the demons from Sam’s years fighting with the U.S. Navy during World War II and the demons that seem to have followed him to their Ouachita Mountains home. Sam, and others, think he’s seeing things when he begins to note strange things going on near his home. He’ll do anything to protect Annie and their daughter Rosie, including leave if his nightmares GR M AG .CO M

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Pencil drawing of the female was how her daughter felt during her medical situation (right top). Old family photos (bottom right)

and outbursts endanger them. Annie, meanwhile, struggles to understand what her husband experienced during the war and its aftermath. Add to their personal drama the rampant mob, gambling, and drug activity in the area and Sam is ripe for some kind of breakdown. Interest in history Tromp’s interest in history started in college when she was given an assignment to interview someone who had experienced the Great Depression or World War II. Her grandfather had been a liaison pilot in the European theater and had been shot down over Germany. History tells us that seven out of 10 liaison pilots — those who helped direct fire for artillery, fighters and bombers, among many other roles such as delivering supplies to the front lines — didn’t return alive. Her grandfather had PTSD when he came back from the war yet seemed to have overcome its effects years later when Tromp talked to her long-married grandparents. “A lot of writing starts with a question,” Tromp said. “I wondered how they had gotten from there, with him coming back from the war with PTSD, to where they were and their good marriage years later.” She also tapped into a friend’s history of her Arkansas family who lived in the Ouachita Mountains (pronounced WASHi-tah) near Hot Springs. “That area was the largest illegal gambling site in the nation at that time,” Tromp said. “And it was all sanctioned by the town’s mayor. Owney Madden, a gangster who moved to Hot Springs, is a real person, as is the mayor of the city. But the judge, Annie’s father, is a fictional character.” Tromp started writing the novel threeand-a-half years ago but set it aside when her teenage daughter Bryanna got sick with a mysterious illness. She was sick from October to March, enduring endless 24

Understanding PTSD Susan Littlejohn is a therapist and trauma treatment specialist, as well as Holland Clinic manager for Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. She works with people experiencing PTSD and trauma daily. “PTSD is not a choice or a failure to cope,” she said. “It’s a normal reaction to abnormal circumstances. PTSD impacts the brain-mindbody connection and comes with a whole set of physiological symptoms.” She describes symptoms such as heart pounding, trouble breathing, sweating, trembling and rapid breathing, as well as being fatigued and listless one moment and hyperactive the next. Part of the answer, she said, is

to learn to manage those symptoms. One way is through EMDR, which has patients recreating the eye movements experienced during deep sleep. “During the deep stage of sleep, we take the sensory experiences

and memories of the day from temporary, working memory, assign meaning to them, and file these memories away in more permanent storage in the brain. When traumatized, the brain doesn’t do that processing work,” Littlejohn said. “The

trauma stays in the working memory instead of being processed and stored away. Therefore, the traumatic experience from the past feels like it is still happening in the present moment, causing complex reactivity.” EMDR manufactures

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that eye movement to help the brain reprocess those memories and store them in a different way. “EMDR can help people process in a safe way,” Littlejohn said. Littlejohn encourages those experiencing PTSD or who have experienced trauma to build a support team, which can include a therapist, physician, family and friends. She also points to mindfulness practices, walking outside and building connection. “Nothing is more isolating than trauma. We are afraid, withdraw, and think no one understands, which can be a lonely and terrifying experience,” Littlejohn said. “Part of getting better is reconnecting to ourselves, our childhood, one another, our bodies, the world and our creativity.” Recommended reading: • “Healing Trauma: The Pioneering Program for Restoring the Wisdom of Your Body,” by Peter A. Levine • “Walking the Tiger: Healing Trauma,” by Peter A. Levine • “The Complex PTSD Workbook: A MindBody Approach to Regaining Emotional Control & Becoming Whole,” by Arielle Schwartz • “Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing,” by David A. Treleaven • “Lost Connections: Why You’re Depressed and How to Find Hope,” by Johann Hari

tests, pain and hospital stays. Tromp recounted her grandparents’ stories to pass the time and take Bryanna’s mind off the pain, yet this concerned mother also faced her own PTSD once again. “The PTSD I experienced from Bryanna’s illness was fed by the PTSD from my childhood trauma. It echoes back to that feeling that there was no protection, that life is out of control. It’s a chaotic space to be, a bottomless pit,” said Tromp. “I had to go all the way back and deal with it again.” She recalled being suicidal in high school, the distress triggered again by her daughter saying “just let me die” when she was so tired of the pain and being sick. “It’s all connected. You can spiral out of control, but also spiral back into control. But you hit the same pain points going up or down,” Tromp said. “Part of my PTSD is reacting when someone comes after my kid. No one was there to protect me when I was young, so I have to think about my reactions to someone hurting my child.” The power of story Yet Tromp, a developmental editor for Kregel Publications, realizes the power of story. It’s why she writes fiction. “If I were to tell you about PTSD — how many people have it, the symptoms — it would activate the information center in the brain. But if I tell you a story about my childhood and my daughter’s illness, that would activate the experiential portion of the brain along with the information center.” That knowledge is why she writes about Sam Mattas and the PTSD that threatens his family, his friends and his own life. It’s why she talks about her own PTSD and that of her daughter. “Because of the trauma I went through, she’s getting counseling. I look at the circumstances not as something that holds me back, but that can help others,” Tromp said. “It’s hard work to go through all that, but it’s a good thing to do. Everyone has crap, but if we aren’t willing to engage with one another or listen to one another’s stories, there’s no healing. We may not agree on how to move forward, but we can agree that our story has value and worth.” Tromp finished “Shadow in the Mind’s Eye” after her daughter recovered, saying, “different flavors came out because I had that additional layer of pain and fear.” She points to EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) as a huge help (see sidebar), as well as visualizing

Janyre Tromp at her home. Tromp works as a developmental editor for Kregel Publications.

a safe place when symptoms occur, and books such as “Try Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us Out of Anxiety, Stress, and Survival Mode — and into a Life of Connection and Joy,” by Aundi Kobler, and “The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma,” by Bessel van der Kolk. Tromp also keeps writing. She’s written three children’s books and a Christmas novella, and Kregel will release “O Little Town,” another Christmas novella, soon. “These are important things to talk about, to say that we had these experiences,” said Tromp. “When we learn from each other’s stories, we find a way through.”

“It’s all connected. You can spiral out of control, but also spiral back into control. Janyre Tromp

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Medical innovations WELLNESS

Pandemic can’t slow rate of collaboration, new discoveries. BY JESSE O’BRIEN

While the world has been busy with other health concerns, it was easy to miss some of the impressive and innovative medical advances that have taken place outside of the public’s attention — even when it’s happening right under our noses. For many years West Michigan has built a strong reputation as a leader in the health care industry and that work has not slowed despite the “new normal” that has enveloped the past 24-plus months. Medical research and innovation in the field has continued to flourish, guided by some of the usual stalwarts, like biomedical research and educational nonprofit Van Andel Institute, but also by relative newcomers to the Medical Mile, like Michigan State College of Human Medicine’s rapidly expanding Innovation Park. MSU opened the first phase of its Innovation Park, the Grand Rapids Research Center at the intersection of Michigan and Monroe, in 2017. The sixstory building houses 33 research teams that focus on improving treatment of diseases like cancer, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s, in addition to searching out innovations in women’s health and reproductive medicine, as well as stroke prevention and treatments. The university broke ground on the second phase of its Innovation Park, the seven-story 205,000-square-foot Doug Meijer Innovation Building, in fall 2019. The building will house both private industry and health care teams that will carry 26

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on the mission set forth by Dr. Norman Beauchamp, MSU executive vice president for health science, to continue to bring hope and healing to West Michigan. When complete, the Innovation Park will comprise four buildings and about 675,000 square feet of space totaling about $300 million in new construction. Beauchamp cited the university’s close partnership with clinical practice groups in the region as an example of how MSU already had laid inroads that would eventually provide a roadmap for the Innovation Park’s mission. “We’re incredibly proud of our collaboration and research efforts and the next challenge became how to bring up a building that would collocate industry partners to join you in this mission of inventing and disseminating discovery,” Beauchamp said. The university already has a pair of high-profile tenants to bolster Innovation Park’s reputation and health care and research output. Pharmaceutical manufacturer Perrigo is relocating its North American headquarters to the Innovation Park, taking over the top three floors of 430 Monroe Ave. NW. Beauchamp said the company’s focus on home health care and self-care provides “great alignment” for what the university is looking to build in Innovation Park. Additionally, in May 2021, the university entered a partnership with precision medicine company Bold Advanced Medical Future (BAMF) Health, leasing about 35,000 square feet of space at building for its headquarters. “The strength of the approach by BAMF is it treats just the cancer instead of the other therapies that have to treat the whole person,” Beauchamp said. “And what I love about this is just the idea that it adds to the innovation ecosystem because MSU has the No. 1 grad particle physics program in the country thanks to the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) in East Lansing. “It creates this incredible hub in West Michigan that can also draw on our strengths in East Lansing.” An economic analysis of the four buildings that make up Innovation Park estimated the university will provide an economic impact of roughly $339 million annually over the next 10 years for a net output of $3.39 billion, creating a little more than 2,000 new jobs in the region. With the challenges presented by COVIDLAB COURTESY OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF HUMAN MEDICINE

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White gold ring with diamonds, by Scott Carey 19, maintaining that forward momentum hasn’t been easy. But the university has responded by placing increased emphasis on the idea of digital health and optimizing its outcomes. Mobile health centers, wearable devices, telehealth services and other tools and technology are a large part of the digital health boom, which became more necessary in the era of COVID-19. Global investment in digital health grew from an all-time high of $39 billion in 2020 to a new record $57.9 billion in 2021. In North America alone, the digital health market is estimated to be valued at over $200 million by 2026. “There’s a lot of optimism in the industry of digital health and what we’ve built there is a way to mobilize health and it’s about empowering people,” Beauchamp said. “We’ll sometimes say we know our work is done when you don’t need someone to help you navigate through the health system, it’s just clear from the start what you need to do and how you can access it." Just down the road from Michigan State’s Innovation Park, the Van Andel Institute also has taken significant strides in the face of a global pandemic. In just the past calendar year — in which the institute celebrated a quarter-century of operations in Grand Rapids — VAI recruited six new principal investigators, cut the ribbon on its new graduate school now located on Division Avenue and saw five of its scientists named to the Clarivate Highly Cited Researchers List, distinguishing them as members of the top 1% of citations in their respective fields. “Scientists are like artists, they like to be together at a certain time and place and Grand Rapids is a wonderful place for people to collaborate,” VAI Chief Scientific Officer

Peter Jones said. “Instead of sticking our scientists in one room working on their own thing, they have the ability to collaborate with a number of different scientists and we manage to attract the very best in the world.” Jones said recruiting top-tier scientists to VAI went much quicker due to the prevalence and increased reliance on videoconferencing. The institute was able to use video interviews to quickly and efficiently interview potential candidates without much scheduling conflict. Once travel restrictions eased, the institute was able to fly them out to see the facilities in person. “That allowed us to strike while the iron was hot and getting all these great people in one year was a real achievement for us,” Jones said. VAI’s staff additions quickly has paid dividends. For example, not long after Cell Biology assistant professor Stephanie Grainger — who came to VAI from San Diego State University this past fall — joined the institute, she was awarded a $2.4 million grant to aid in her research in cellular communication that may be linked to cancer. In all, the institute received 32 new research grants to propel further research for Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and cancer epigenetics, to name a few. Those grants include a five-year, $9.6 million award from the National Institute of Health in support of a study on how variation impacts a person’s health and a $12.4 million SPORE grant from the National Cancer Institute for VAI and Coriell Institute of Medical Research to support work in improving epigenetic therapies for cancer. “Grand Rapids has become a real hub for quality science and epigenetics research and we’re continuing to develop our team,” Jones said. “It’s been a bullish time for us.”

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EXPERT

A shift in retirement Financial adviser sees post-work years evolving. BY PAT EVANS

Retirement is changing. That means planning for retirement is changing, too, according to Steve Starnes, principal at Grand Wealth Management. Part of the change is increased life expectancy. An additional 20-plus years of not doing anything in retirement can be a stressor, and not just because of the money. “Not doing anything is hard for a lot of people, whether they need the money or not,” Starnes said. “It seems like there’s a greater value around purposeful living and work. If we’re living longer, people are prioritizing enjoying what they’re doing and getting more value out of it than they perhaps used to.” There also is the reality that fewer workers get to retire with the comfort of a pension. With a longer retirement, financial planning needs an even 28

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“It is scary to go from having a consistent paycheck to not and it usually takes a year or two to settle in." Steve Starnes

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The cycles of West Michigan music Grand Rapids was an epicenter of rock; is it still a music haven?

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“The Freshman” was climbing the charts and turning into one of the iconic hits of the 1990s. That hit came from West Michigan. The Verve Pipe’s smash song is perhaps the biggest success to come from the region, but with it came a whole host of other successful artists, from the likes of Papa Vegas and Knee Deep Shag to Troll for Trout, Karmic and Mustard Plug. The 1990s were a hot time for local music in Grand Rapids. It’s an achievement the area hasn’t seen since, but that’s likely in part because that success hasn’t been seen by a lot of local areas. The music industry has changed greatly in the past 25 years, mostly due 34

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to a shift in listening habits and the world of internet culture where music fans learn their next hot act from Spotify recommendations or social media. For those bands of the 1990s, there was no other choice than to become a star. “You were being spoon-fed rock stardom by MTV and the radio,” said Joel Ferguson, the lead singer of Papa Vegas, which saw “Bombshell” rise to No. 20 on the Billboard Modern Rock chart in 1999. He’s now the owner of Planet Sunday Studios in Rockford. “It was just such a huge part of people’s lives. “Now, it’s option overload with streaming services and it’s no longer a handful of picked artists by a label. There’s just everything under the sun

now, whereas maybe there were three to five niches back then and you had to get on board. There was just way less choice.” Back then, bands would support each other, pushing fans to one another’s shows, said Brian Vander Ark, the lead singer of The Verve Pipe. Vander Ark said Michigan’s buzz notched up when bands kept ordering CDs, so the manufacturers were wondering what was happening in town. That’s when the major record labels started “sniffing around” West Michigan, he said. “All of these bands were in a pocket in the Midwest and really supportive of each other,” Vander Ark said. “It started in Seattle — that was really the beginning — but local music was about going to see HANNAH ROSE GRAVES LOCAL SPINS/ANNA SINK

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each other and getting each other gigs.” Since then, the rise of the internet has vastly altered the world of music. Gone are the days listeners found the next hit by listening to a local radio station or looking up concerts in that week’s entertainment calendar in the Grand Rapids Press. Flyers for the weekend’s shows no longer plaster the sides of telephone poles and bulletin boards across town. Artists now must push forward in a more digital way to get their names — and music — out to potential fans. Albums, while easier than ever to produce, no longer are a primary source of music and promoting them at a live show is no longer a viable revenue stream. A CD also was a way to easily “legitimize” a band at LES CREATIF LOCAL SPINS/NATHAN PURCHASE

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one point in time. The availability of music also caused division in the music community — for better or worse, Ferguson argues — as artists separated into more genre-based groups. Instead of 400 fans going to a single concert, 10 different shows in various genres might attract 40 people each. Vander Ark said he thinks some of the local scene’s change happened with the opening of multiple venues that brought in national acts, beginning in the mid-1990s with Van Andel Arena. Since then, Frederik Meijer Gardens Summer Concerts and GLC Live at 20 Monroe have turned into major stops for national touring acts. Those potentially take away from the local music audience, Vander Ark said.

But those same venues also help push music in West Michigan to new levels. Ferguson said there are plenty of times when those national acts bring in local bands to open, providing an opportunity like no other. Longtime West Michigan entertainment writer John Sinkevics said Van Andel Arena helped spur a mass opening of venues hosting local music in downtown, including the move of The Intersection from Eastown to its current location near the arena. “(Van Andel Arena) popped up and sort of changed the character of downtown and made it a center for the region. It opened the eyes to the potential of what would happen,” Sinkevics said. That GR M AG .CO M

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statement came with a caveat about the pandemic, however, as many local venues have yet to resume local music as they struggle with money coming out from the shutdowns. Sinkevics is preparing to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his publication, Local Spins, which he started after a long career at the Grand Rapids Press. Local Spins is an invaluable source to help promote the local music scene. It has grown into an engine for the artists of West Michigan and those looking to support them. He highlights major acts that have developed into national names that still call Michigan home, like Billy Strings, Lord Huron and The Accidentals. The 10th anniversary celebration 36

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stretches across six venues in Grand Rapids, culminating in a May 21 outdoor concert at Studio Park. The week will showcase more than 20 Michigan artists. It’s all a testament to the publication Sinkevics built, but also to the scene that he watched grow and helped turn into what it is today. “I’ve seen the changes and ups and downs that happened,” Sinkevics said, looking back at his lengthy tenure covering the West Michigan music scene. For him, the pandemic threw a major wrench in the growth trajectory of the local music scene. In Sinkevics’ estimation, the industry was about to have a record year in 2020. From his own publication to the music venues in town,

every aspect of Grand Rapids music was humming. Then the pandemic rolled in. “When March hit, the rug got pulled out from everyone,” he said. “Grand Rapids and this region were poised to become another version of Austin or Seattle, because it’s a collaborative music scene. That’s one thing I’ve noticed, is a lot of bands support each other and collaborate musically where a lot of other markets are disjointed.” With that in mind, he said, there will be more than 60 music festivals across Michigan this summer that help make the state a draw for bands from across the country and an opportunity for them to realize West Michigan is a place to be for artists. JROB LOCAL SPINS/KENDRA PETERSEN KAMP

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That said, the music world does seem to be cyclical. The 1990s were a time of great collaboration for the alternative rock bands, Vander Ark said, which helps explain why bands like The Verve Pipe and Papa Vegas could have mega hits. While today’s West Michigan scene has its merits and is thriving in its own right, a recent Facebook post by Sinkevics asking, “What once-popular West Michigan band would you most like to see reunited?” resulted in more than 300 comments, with many recalling local bands from the late 1990s and early 2000s. In the early 1990s, bands were expected to play lengthy sets full of covers at venues, maybe slipping in an original song or two per night. Then, venues opened up to original shows. Vander Ark said The Verve THE ACCIDENTALS LOCAL SPINS/ ANNA SINK

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Pipe could nearly make a living by doing a small monthly circuit around college towns Michigan, driving from Grand Rapids to Big Rapids to Mount Pleasant to East Lansing, Ann Arbor, Detroit and Kalamazoo. Now, many venues are back to cover sets, unless they’re specifically music-first establishments. The music industry as whole will come back around, Ferguson said. All one has to do is look at the resurgence of vinyl and the fact that CD sales were up last year for the first time in nearly two decades. “I don’t know if there’s one particular thing that will make a new scene pop,” he said. “It just has to develop. It has to develop naturally to amount to anything. Look at Nirvana. It was such

a jarring change, and their music went in a different direction. You’ll always have events like that and there will be something that changes music again.” Sinkevics said the talent in West Michigan is palpable, and as the scene continues to return to its normal pace after the pandemic, he believes it’s well positioned to again become an epicenter of music on a regional scale that rivals Austin or Seattle. “We’re on the upswing,” Sinkevics said. “I am constantly amazed at the talent in this area. There are nationalcaliber bands and solo artists. Some have garnered attention and some haven’t, but it’s incredible to me to see the talent in several genres. “The future is bright.” GR M AG .CO M

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A pandemic The past twoplus years have been tough on everyone, but nurses saw a different side of the struggle.

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Audrey Wendt, who works at Spectrum Butterworth’s emergency room — right in the heart of Grand Rapids — is just one of them. The job has been hard for a while. There was the earliest phase of the virus’ spread, when COVID-19 was new and strange, and the world raced to discover the best treatments. There was an almost forgotten phase when everyone thought the vaccine promised a quick exit from the pandemic. Recently, Wendt recalled the virus at its worst. Michigan’s latest COVID surge was a slow burn that started in midsummer and worsened through the end of 2021, with cases steadily climbing. Michigan nurses took that surge on the chin. “I would walk into work, and I had to walk this tiny path through our waiting room. Because there were so many people there just in wheelchairs and sitting anywhere and everywhere, lining up in the hallway there,” she said. “And it was almost eerie, because they’re almost all there for the same thing.” In those days, Wendt didn’t know if she’d get called to an intensive care unit or be put on triage duty. Staffing the ICU has GR M AG .CO M

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by now become the ultimate symbol of front-line work, but Wendt described patient screening as almost equally stressful — a job where a simple mistake could leave someone dying in the waiting room. But if the virus was a burden, so too was the politics that started arriving at the emergency room last year. The last 12 or so months divided the country like never before. There are the masked, and the anti-maskers; the vaxxed, and the anti-vaxxers. Guess which ones end up at the hospital more often? 40

“It was almost like there was a seed that was placed in people’s minds that, ‘Maybe they’re lying about how bad it is,’” Wendt said, or that nurses might be lying about their financial incentives. “And that has never happened before. The whole time, I’m the same person showing up for work. But I’m a different face (to patients) than I was a couple months ago.” Wendt recalled a woman who brought two elderly, sick parents, demanding that they receive Vitamin C and D. Because Wendt is not a doctor, she declined to guarantee any specific treatment.

“She started screaming at everyone in the waiting room, saying, ‘They are not taking care of you, they don’t have your best interests in mind,’” Wendt said. “All I could do was just stand there and cry. It was just so ludicrous. It didn’t make any sense. You know you’re trying your best, but then you’ve got people — they don’t believe in you.” It’s not personal, though it can feel that way. Her husband’s uncle died during the pandemic, marking one of the most painful blows Wendt has suffered in the past two years. Wendt said she’s taking an antidepressant as she continues to grapple with the stresses of work. “I think we can all say that there’s probably a higher suicide rate for medical workers right now,” she said. “And I think a lot of people that I work with, including myself, are on, like, either medications for depression or anxiety, or they’re in therapy. Spectrum provides some counseling services, and I know a lot of people are utilizing that right now.” A study published by American Journal of Nursing in November 2021, derived from a survey from before the pandemic, found 5.5% of nurses experience suicidal thoughts, a full 1% higher than other professions. If Wendt’s story does not exactly sound like an invitation to join the profession,

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nurses then you’re not alone. Nursing is suffering its worst workforce shortage in generations — hampered by the pandemic and the “Great Resignation,” as it’s colloquially known, in which Americans seem to be disavowing work en masse. Nursing and other health care professions are perhaps the trend’s most dramatic example, where the cumulative effect of two years of a pandemic is thinning the ranks of a vital profession and turning the labor market on its head. At Spectrum, the better part of a thousand nursing and nursing support jobs — both full- and part-time — were posted on the company’s hiring network in early March. Some of them offered a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Spectrum is not alone in that regard. “From a nursing perspective, our turnover rate doubled what our baseline typically is,” said Michelle Peña, the chief nursing officer at Mercy Health Saint Mary’s in Grand Rapids. “We ran, prepandemic, about 9% to 10%. That has doubled.” Peña said that number has started to drift downward again since the beginning of 2022. But part of the problem — at Saint Mary’s and beyond — is stories like Wendt’s. Nursing, though it’s always been a tough job, is especially hard right now. But hospital leaders often argue that part of the problem is travel nursing — a lucrative option for nurses who are willing to relocate on a moment’s notice, to almost any part of the country, to bolster a hospital’s ailing nursing staff. Think of it like nursing special forces. The problem for hospitals is that the pay is extraordinary, not only bleeding the budgets of health systems that need the extra hands but luring potential hires out of an already pinched market. Why make the average staff nurse’s salary when some nurses doubled or tripled their hourly pay last year — just by joining a traveling corps? “That’s a serious and significant issue for nursing and some other disciplines, but primarily we’re seeing it in nursing right now,” said Shawn Ulreich, Spectrum’s senior vice prescient of clinical operations. “We know — we hope — that that is a short-lived phenomenon. But it’s been persisting for the last two years. And I suspect some of it will continue to persist in the future.”

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But whether travel nurses are the problem or a symptom of something deeper depends on who you’re talking to. There’s a push to legally cap travel nurse pay; there’s also a push in the opposite direction, summed up neatly by a recent headline in Becker’s Hospital Review: “Cap hospital CEO pay.” Mike Jura is a nurse at Mercy Health Muskegon. He’s worked alongside travel nurses — and even describes resentment, knowing that the freshly arrived travel nurse he’s training to work on his floor might be making far, far more than him. But Jura’s frustrations are a lot bigger — and a lot deeper — than just travel nurses. Jura is a member of SEIU, the union that represents workers like him at Mercy Health Muskegon in contract talks with hospital brass that are stretching on amid reported tensions over wages and staffing shortages. The union voted to authorize a picket in early February. “Mercy is in the community and reaping the rewards of the finances of the community that come into the hospital. I feel like they need to reward that staff, or at least pay them what they’re worth,” Jura said. “Because they’re great. They’re good people, and they put themselves on the line every day. They deserve better. I would encourage some of the higher-ups anytime to come down and, if they think they could do a better job, to try nursing for a day.” A spokesperson with Mercy Health Muskegon provided a statement on the talks, which expressed disappointment that the union had recently voted down proposals that included retention and sign-on bonuses. “Mercy Health Muskegon values our colleagues represented by SEIU, and we are looking forward to coming to a

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nurses mutual agreement as soon as possible,” the statement, issued in early March, reads. “We have been very encouraged by the fact that the negotiating teams have been increasing the pace of negotiations, holding multiple meetings over the last couple weeks.” Emily Fredericksen, a registered nurse at a Kalamazoo hospital, is a board member with the Michigan Nurses Association, the statewide advocacy group for nurses. Her proposed solution is the political opposite of capping pay scales. One of the best things leaders could do for nurses, Fredericksen said, would be mandated nurse-to-patient ratios — without which nurses and their workloads are “at the hospitals’ mercy.” “We are always doing more with less. As things have evolved — charting and patients coming to the hospital sicker, higher acuity, those kinds of things — the nurse-to-patient ratios haven’t evolved,” she said. “Everybody’s doing more with less, and people get burned out and they leave.” The pace at which nurses are burning out and leaving raises tough questions about how many more are waiting to replace them. Lola Coke, the acting dean of Grand Valley State University’s nursing school, said that there are already discussions underway about how to boost the number of nurses it educates as well as how to “streamline” curriculum without sacrificing quality. One of the challenges is to make sure that nurses are ready for the reality of COVID-19 — namely, simulating bigger caseloads for nurses so that they can be ready for the stresses of being in a midpandemic hospital. “They graduate and they become hired and they’re looking at maybe eight patients on a night shift or five patients on a day shift,” Coke said. In many places, the pandemic hasn’t scared off potential health care workers — far from it. Aron Sousa, the dean of Michigan State University’s medical school, said applications have ticked upward since the beginning of the pandemic — more than 40% above normal during the first year of the virus, then 20% more recently. The profession is alluring to people who want to make a difference. But they feel the drag, too — especially the ones who are on the front lines of the

“The only people who understand what’s going on in the hospital (are) the health care workers. My family still has no understanding of what we’re going through and what we went through and the stress of seeing people die every day.” Caitlan Hern, Respiratory therapist, Mercy Health

fight against COVID. “The students have been in clinics and they’ve been in the hospital pretty much through the whole pandemic. I think they’ve experienced working in institutions that are struggling at a level that I didn’t as a student or resident,” he said. “The resident physicians, many of them had just month after month after month of six-days-a-week duty, because the hospitals have needed them. That’s just exhausting.” It’s something that Sousa said he’s seen in person. “The last time I was working in the hospital, I was working with one of the palliative care physicians because the COVID patient that we shared wasn’t going to make it,” he said. “That palliative care physician, that was her eighth consult for the day in COVID patients. The burden of death and suffering just went up so much for people who are working in the hospital and responsible for patients. And doing that day in and day out, that’s just a huge emotional toll to take.” It’s not clear where the pandemic leads the health care field next; if the virus has proven anything over the last two years, it’s that the predictions are nearly worthless. COVID could fade to

a background hum over the coming summer, as the scales fall from doubters’ eyes and vaccination rates soar. Or another dangerous variant could emerge. Such speculation is a fool’s errand. But many health care workers describe feelings of optimism about the future, despite the toll the pandemic is now taking. One nurse who spoke to GR Mag said she’s “choosing to be hopeful” — focusing on the dramatic drop in cases that’s sweeping Michigan at the time of this writing. There is no clear timeline for the virus’ end, though. Even in the best-case scenario, the world is on a medium-term path toward “endemicity,” in which concentrations of the virus are limited to certain areas. That’s not the same as COVID zero — nowhere close. “People are starting to breathe a sigh of relief a little bit. There’s some hope that, OK, maybe we got through the last big surge,” said Liam Sullivan, an infectious disease doctor with Spectrum. But as much as there’s hope, he said, there’s also a sense of “weariness,” and the knowledge that a lull in infections brings no guarantees of a pandemic’s end. “I sort of compare this virus to the crafty pitcher in the major leagues … the virus came in as a fastball pitcher, and then we threw vaccines at it. And now this virus had to learn to throw junk, whether it’s a curveball, a slider, a sinker, a splitfingered fastball, or whatever,” Sullivan said. “So, it’s become the crafty veteran that is learning how to throw different ways at us that evade our defenses.” For Wendt, the nurse at Spectrum Butterworth, the pandemic’s been overwhelming. But it hasn’t burned out her enthusiasm for helping just yet — that core of the profession that’s drawn so many people to become a health care worker in the first place. “I feel like a lot of us are just kind of lost. We’re not really sure exactly what just happened to us,” she said. “I don’t want to sound like a whiny medical worker, like ‘I deserve compassion too.’ … but I think just being seen as a real person who is just trying to do the best they can” would be helpful. “That is what I would want the community to know, is that we appreciate the trust that they put in us, and we take that so seriously,” she added. “We don’t want to do anybody wrong.” GR M AG .CO M

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Grand Rapids Magazine’s

exclusive list of top doctors

The following pages contain the doctors in adult and pediatric specialties, as voted by their peers.

Professional Research Services (PRS) is a research company located in Troy, Mich. They specialize in conducting peer review surveys of different professionals within markets nationwide. A large part of their research focuses on the medical field, specifically M.D. and D.O. physicians. PRS reaches out to both physicians and health systems within a specific area, encouraging them to vote for their peers who they believe deserve the honor of being a “Top Doctor” for their geographical area. These physicians excel within their medical specialties and positively contribute to the medical profession as well as the community at large. The research for Grand Rapids Magazine’s Top Doctors was conducted from November 3rd, 2020 until January 3rd, 2021. Physicians throughout Kern, Ottawa, Muskegon, and Allegan counties were contacted by email and/or postcard, and they were encouraged to log onto the PRS survey site and cast their votes. PRS also contacted hospitals and medical clinics, informing them about the research. Some health groups joined in the effort by distributing the survey to their practicing physicians. For the survey itself, each doctor was able to log on and vote for up to three physicians within 71 board-certified specialties. The physicians with the highest number of votes within each of the specialties were the ones who were fact-checked further with the state of Michigan, as well as their individual practices. Each name that is published as part of Grand Rapids Magazine’s Top Doctors list is an active and practicing physician in the area who is in good standing with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The final list of winners reflects extremely talented and esteemed physicians practicing in the Grand Rapids area. Professionals may be screened and selected through the verification of licensing and review of any infractions through various applicable boards, agencies, and rating services. For further information, visit prscom.com or email PRS at apotter@prscom.com. GR M AG .CO M

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Addiction Medicine Talal Khan

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids

Eric VanDePol Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

Bradley Riley Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Cara Poland Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Adolescent Medicine Lisa M. Lowery

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Allergy and Immunology Mark M. Millar

Frederick M. DeTorres Shoreline Allergy Norton Shores

Jason Schend Shoreline Allergy Norton Shores

Nicholas Hartog Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Theodore Kelbel Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Jacqueline Eastman Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Anesthesiology Ashley Agerson

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Dennis S. Ahmad West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Matthew Armstrong

Allergy & Asthma Care of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Thomas Miller

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Allergy Associates of Western Michigan PC Grandville

Alexander Behm

Payal Boss

Karyn Gell

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Allergy Grand Rapids

Phillip Hage

Christine Schafer

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Allergy Grand Rapids

Todd Hart

Sara J. Uekert

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Allergy Grand Rapids

Paul Jaklitsch

Dariush Orandi Orandi Allergy + Asthma Center Wyoming

West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Matthew Reynolds West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Breast Surgery

Jamie Caughran Mercy Health Comprehensive Breast Center Grand Rapids

Jessica Keto Mercy Health Comprehensive Breast Center Grand Rapids

Amie Hop Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Jayne Paulson Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Colleen A.C. App The Breast Health & Wellness Center, PC Grand Rapids

Cardiac Surgery

David Langholz

Ryan Figg

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Ryan Madder

Rebecca Hoedema

Spectrum Health Medical Group Wyoming

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michael McNamara

Donald Kim

Spectrum Health Medical Group Wyoming

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Haven

Richard McNamara

James Ogilvie

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michael Vredenburg

Arida Siripong

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Barbara Karenko

Heather Slay

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Paul Kovack

Theodor Asgeirsson

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Tomasz Timek

Matthew Sevensma

Edward Murphy

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Charles Willekes

Michael Sumners

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Cardiology Roger Shammas

Mercy Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular Grand Rapids

David Fermin Spectrum Health Heart Optimization and Evaluation Clinic Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary Disease Hani Murad

Mercy Health Critical Care Grand Rapids

Stephen Fitch Eric Walchak University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Marc McClelland

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Nadav Dujovny Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Shelley Schmidt Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

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Terrance Barnes

Brian J. Gerondale

John M. Kosta

Adam Anderson

Courtney Soubliere

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

ENT Center Grand Rapids

Grand River Emergency Medical Group Grand Rapids

Mercy Health Physician Partners Diabetes and Endocrine Center Grand Rapids

James Hoekwater

Rebecca M. Jansen

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Timothy Daum

John E. Miner

University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Sleep Disorders Center Wyoming

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Mark R. Winkle

Dipa S. Patel Payal Boss West Michigan Anesthesia PC Grand Rapids

Dermatology at MidTowne, PC Grand Rapids

M.A. Stawiski, M.D., Dermatology Grand Rapids

Kristi Hawley

Spectrum Health Hospitals Multidisciplinary Trauma Clinic Grand Rapids

The Derm Institute of West Michigan Caledonia

Dermatology Richard J. Ashack

Michael F. Foster

West Michigan Dermatology Grandville

Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists Grand Rapids

Amy Strikwerda West Michigan Dermatology Holland

Richard J. Strabbing

J. Gabriel Vasquez

Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists Holland

West Michigan Dermatology Grandville

Chad Afman

Eileen Axibal

Ryan Freeland

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Wolverine Dermatology Wyoming

Grand Rapids Ear Nose & Throat Wyoming

Bridget A. Green

Douglas A. Winstanley

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ear Nose & Throat Wyoming

West Michigan Dermatology Grandville

Dermatology Associates of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Daniel C. Dapprich

Grand Rapids Ear Nose & Throat Wyoming

Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists Grandville

Elizabeth Steensma Spectrum Health Hospitals Multidisciplinary Trauma Clinic Grand Rapids

Claudell Cox

Andrew Behler Gina C. Ang

Spectrum Health Hospitals Multidisciplinary Trauma Clinic Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ear Nose & Throat Wyoming

Joseph C. Taylor

Alistair Chapman

Charles Gibson

Gregory J. Artz

Devin Mistry Marek A. Stawiski

Critical Care Surgery

ENT Center Grand Rapids

West Michigan Dermatology Grandville

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Francis Hart Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Ear, Nose, and Throat

Emergency Medicine

ENT Center Grand Rapids

Certified Emergency Medicine Specialist PC Wyoming

Darryl J. Elzinga

Dana D. Hop

Marilyn Innes Grand River Emergency Medical Group Grand Rapids

Thomas Witham Grand River Emergency Medical Group Grand Rapids

Todd Chassee Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

David Hoffelder Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

Ashley Therasse Mercy Health Physician Partners Diabetes and Endocrine Center Grand Rapids

Nathan Pomeroy Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Edward Kryshak University of Michigan Health-West Grand Rapids

Emilie Collins West Michigan Endocrine Grand Rapids

John Oostema Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

Family Medicine

Joshua Reynolds

Grand Valley Medical Specialists, P.L.C. Wyoming

Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

Matthew Singh Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital Grand Rapids

Michael J. Bultje

Richard Sadowski Mercy Health Family Medicine Grand Rapids

Eugene Tay Mercy Health Hospitalists Grand Rapids

Jennifer Bach Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

David D. Berg

Mary Kline Mercy Health Physician Partners - Innovative Primary Care Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Hospital Wyoming

Daniel Harro

Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

Allison Fabian

Cyprian Gardine

Mercy Health Physician Partners Diabetes and Endocrine Center Grand Rapids

Mercy Health Physician Partners Southeast Kentwood

Spectrum Health Medical Group Wyoming

Angela Oostema Spectrum Health Medical Group East Grand Rapids

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Kristi Kern

Curtis R. Weaver

Mathew Chung

University of Michigan HealthWest - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Stephen T. Webster Edwin Kornoelje University of Michigan HealthWest - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Steven Bargwell University of Michigan Health-West - Cedar Springs Health Center Cedar Springs

Hilary Schmid University of Michigan Health-West - Cedar Springs Health Center Cedar Springs

Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

Courtney Ferch Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Ben Kieff Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Matthew Moeller Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

John Dykstra University of Michigan Health-West - Hudsonville Health Center Hudsonville

Thomas Rupp

Lance Owens

Luke DeRoo

University of Michigan Health-West - Southwest Health Center Wyoming

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Ryan Hamby Pamela Zelasko West Michigan Family Health Grand Rapids

Gastroenterology John Papp

Gastroenterology Specialists PC Grand Rapids

Martin P. Greydanus Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Ammar Hassan University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

General Surgery

Kerent D. Pihl

Srinivas K. Janardan

Grand Rapids Surgical Associates PLLC Wyoming

Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

Joel Anderson

Susan S. Kais Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

J. Bradley Morrow Grand River Gastroenterology Grand Rapids

Jeffrey Gawel Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

G. Paul Wright Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Jaret Beane West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Daniel Borreson West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Michael DeJong West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Joel Green West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Michael Leahy West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Eric Mitchell West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Rachel Titus West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Wayne VanderKolk Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Shanna Williams Gregory Myers Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Geriatric Medicine

Ronald S. Duemler Mercy Health Geriatrics Grand Rapids

Robert Riekse Mercy Health Geriatrics Grand Rapids

James Passinault Mercy Health Internal Medicine and Residency Center Grand Rapids

Gynecologic Oncology

Viet Do Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Julian Kuz Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Johanna R. Krebiehl Plastic Surgery Associates Grand Rapids

Levi Hinkelman Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Leigh Seamon

Spectrum Health Hospitals Gynecologic Oncology Grand Rapids

Hematology and Oncology

Kevin Brader

Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Norton Shores

University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Women’s Health Grand Rapids

Hand Surgery Donald P. Condit Condit Hand Clinic Grand Rapids

Kathryn B. Alguire

Brett T. Brinker Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Sreenivasa R. Chandana

Ronald D. Ford

Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Yuanbin Chen

Gregory Knoll Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Randy Lovell Lovell Hand & Orthopedic Center Grand Rapids

S. Andrei Ostric Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Scott Burgess Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Norton Shores

Thomas E. Gribbin Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Nehal Lakhani Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Erin M. Pettijohn Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Norton Shores

Manish R. Sharma Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids GR M AG .CO M

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Amy C. Vander Woude Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Frances Wong Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Stephanie Dublis University of Michigan Health-West - Cancer Center at the Village Wyoming

Michael Zakem Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan Wyoming

Hospice and Palliative Medicine John Mulder Holland Home Grand Rapids

Steven Dupuis Mercy Health Geriatrics Grand Rapids

Joel N. Phillips Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Susan Terrell Mercy Health Palliative Care Grand Rapids

Bradd Hemker Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Simin Beg Spectrum Health Continuing Care Hospice & Palliative Care Grand Rapids

Gretchen Roe Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Infectious Disease

Anamaria Bondici Mercy Health Infectious Disease Grand Rapids

Nnaemeka Egwuatu Mercy Health Infectious Disease Grand Rapids

Minerva Galang Mercy Health Infectious Disease Grand Rapids

Andrew Jameson Mercy Health Infectious Disease Grand Rapids

Russell Lampen Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Brian Petroelje Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Liam Sullivan Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Del DeHart University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Mohamad El Mortada University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Internal Medicine

Bruce A. Langerak Grand Valley Medical Specialists, P.L.C. Grand Rapids

William Baer Mercy Health Concierge Medicine Grand Rapids

Chad Friend Mercy Health Hospitalists Grand Rapids

James Fitzgerald Mercy Health Physician Partners Internal Medicine Grand Rapids

Jennifer Cory University of Michigan Health-West - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Robert Riley University of Michigan Health-West - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Adam Wolfe University of Michigan Health-West - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Ryan Hop University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Hospital Wyoming

David Albrecht University of Michigan Health-West - Southwest Health Center Wyoming

Natalie Parr University of Michigan Health-West - Southwest Health Center Wyoming

Eryn Quinn University of Michigan Health-West - Southwest Health Center Wyoming

Interventional Cardiology D. Dirk Bonnema

Mercy Health Physician Partners - West Shore Cardiology Muskegon

Vinayak Manohar Mercy Health Physician Partners Cardiovascular Grand Rapids

Ryan Madder Spectrum Health Medical Group Wyoming

Richard McNamara Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Barbara Karenko University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Michael Sumners University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Eric Walchak University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Maternal and Fetal Medicine Thomas N. Balaskas Maternal Fetal Medicine Associates, PC Grand Rapids

David Colombo Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Erin Fricke Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michael J. App

Vivian Romero

Internal Medicine and Pediatrics of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Lisa Thiel Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michael Tsimis Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine Steven Gelfand

Mercy Health Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Grand Rapids

Claudia Nadernejad Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Nephrology

Ramandeep S. Banga Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Mark R. Boelkins Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Kseniya V. Filippova Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Daniel J. Legault Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Bonita A. Mohamed Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Byron T. Slaton Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

James A. Visser Renal Associates of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

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Top dOcs Neurology

Christopher Goshgarian Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Jessica Hedeman Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Audrey Sanders Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Herman Sullivan Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Melanie Taylor Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Muhammad Farooq Mercy Health Neurosciences Interventional Physical Medicine and Spine Grand Rapids

David Ehrhardt University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Jordan Taylor University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Todd D. Vogel

Monica Gary

David Barrett

Matthew Borr

Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates, P.C. Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Women’s Health Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

Robyn Hubbard

Thomas Cowden

University of Michigan Health-West - Ophthalmology at the Village Wyoming

Grand Rapids Women’s Health Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

Paul Brown

Sarah Mattson

Yosef Gindzin

Grand Rapids Women’s Health Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - Ophthalmology at the Village Wyoming

Geron Turke

Parin Gohel

Douglas Doyle

Mercy Health Physician Partners OB/GYN Downtown Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grandville

Marcus Muallem

University of Michigan Health-West - Ophthalmology at the Village Wyoming

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

Ann M. Renucci

Leslie Norris

Verdier Eye Center Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

Karl J. Siebert

Laura Piippo

Verdier Eye Center Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology Grand Rapids

David D. Verdier

Patrick J. Droste

Verdier Eye Center Grand Rapids

Pediatric Ophthalmology P.C. Grand Rapids

Frank Garber

Thomas Aaberg

Vitreo-Retinal Associates Grand Rapids

Steve Klafeta Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Jurgen Luders Mercy Health Hauenstein Neurosciences Grand Rapids

Rick L. Edgar Mercy Health Physician Partners - Neuroscience Specialists Muskegon

Sara DeNolf Spectrum Health Medical Group Ada

Bryan M. Pereira

Diana Bitner

Mercy Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Specialists Muskegon

True Women’s Health Grand Rapids

Paul Mazaris Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Renee Elderkin University of Michigan Health-West - OB/GYN At The Village Wyoming

Judith Florido Sanjay Patra Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - OB/GYN At The Village Wyoming

Joseph Boss Justin Singer

Stephanie Getz

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - OB/GYN At The Village Wyoming

Todd Vitaz

Neurosurgery Justin C. Clark

Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates, P.C. Grand Rapids

Bryan E. Figueroa Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates, P.C. Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Nuclear Medicine Craig Moore

Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Retina Specialists of Michigan Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - OB/GYN at the Village Wyoming

Obstetrics and OphthalGynecology mology John P. LaGrand

Eiyass Albeiruti

Advanced OB/GYN Grand Rapids

Eye Center of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids

John Anderson

Nathan Pezda Retina Specialists of Michigan Grand Rapids

David Bielema

Liliya Sutherland Retina Specialists of Michigan Grand Rapids

Scott Westhouse Steven Lown

Orthopedic Surgery Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Brad Irving

John F. Keller Great Lakes Neurosurgical Associates, P.C. Grand Rapids

Retina Specialists of Michigan Grand Rapids

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Scott Burgess

Retina Specialists of Michigan Grand Rapids

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Nathan Reed

Terrence Endres

Shoreline Vision Muskegon

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Lee Webster Shoreline Vision Muskegon

Erik Hedlund Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids GR M AG .CO M

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Tim Henne

James Lebolt

William V. Chopp

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michigan Pathology Specialists, PC Grand Rapids

Michael Jabara Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Karl Roberts

Cynthia L. Cookingham

West Michigan Orthopaedics Grand Rapids

Michigan Pathology Specialists, PC Grand Rapids

Carl Wierks Kory Johnson Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Tim Lenters Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

West Michigan Orthopaedics Grand Rapids

Pain Medicine

Anthony J. Kubat Michigan Pathology Specialists, PC Grand Rapids

A.J. Rush

Meryem M. Langenbach

Grand River Rehabilitation Grand Rapids

Michigan Pathology Specialists, PC Grand Rapids

Keith Javery Thomas Matelic Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Cameron Patthanacharoenphon Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Javery Pain Institute Grand Rapids

Joshua Suderman Javery Pain Institute Grand Rapids

Thomas Basch Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Wyoming

Scott Russo

John Birgiolas

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Wyoming

Mark Juska Geoffrey Sandman Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Peter Theut Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Muskegon

Kevin M. Nemeth Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Holland

Adam Powell Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Grand Rapids

Rick A. Baszler Orthopaedic Associates of Muskegon Muskegon

Yi Jia Chu Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

James R. Ringler

Pathology

Matthew Karek

Mercy Health - Pathology Associates of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids

Carolyn King

C. King Psychiatry Grand Rapids

Lindsey Bailey Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids

Pediatric Cardiology Sihong Huang

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Jeffrey Schneider Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Heather Sowinski Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Ronald Grifka

Orthopaedic Associates of Muskegon Muskegon

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Pediatric / Adolescent Psychiatry

Sarat Khandavalli

University of Michigan HealthWest - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Robert Fitzgerald

Pediatric Dermatology Rachel Laarman

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Endocrinology Yaw Appiagyei-Dankah Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Maala Daniel Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Aditya Dewoolkar Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Gastroenterology Deborah Cloney

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Ryan Cox Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Peter Freswick Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Allison Close

Albert Cornelius Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

James Fahner Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Jessica Foley Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Beth Kurt Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Deanna Mitchell Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Matthew Pridgeon Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Infectious Disease George Fogg

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Rosemary Olivero Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Nephrology Jens Goebel

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

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Top dOcs Julia Steinke

Emily Durkin

Tiffany Letts

Randal Palmitier

Gregory Knoll

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Surgeons of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

University of Michigan HealthWest - Southwest Health Center Wyoming

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Jason Thomas

Elliot Pennington

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Surgeons of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Pediatric Neurology Olufemi Soyode

Center for Adolescent and Child Neurology Grand Rapids

Steven DeRoos Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Daniel Fain Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Marc G. Schlatter Pediatric Surgeons of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Daniel Watkins Pediatric Surgeons of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Pediatric Urology

A.J. Rush

Grand River Rehabilitation Grand Rapids

Kelly Armstrong Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Benjamin Bruinsma Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Theodore D. Barber

Daniel Fechtner

Urologic Consultants, P.C. Grand Rapids

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Brian A. Roelof

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Urologic Consultants, P.C. Grand Rapids

Randy Russo Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Ramin Rahimi Rahimi Rehab + Pain Center Grand Rapids

Sampson Ho Rehabilitation & Physical Medicine Specialists PC Grand Rapids

Michael Distler Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Matthew Martin Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids Adam Hassan Eye Plastic & Facial Cosmetic Surgery Grand Rapids Melissa Meldrum-Aaberg Eye Plastic & Facial Cosmetic Surgery Grand Rapids Jason T. Stubbs Michigan ENT & Allergy Specialists Holland S. Andrei Ostric Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Michael Jakubowski

David Alfonso

Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Ryan P. Ter Louw Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Casey Madura

David L. Weatherly

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Urologic Consultants, P.C. Grand Rapids

Christopher Morelli

Bradley Bengtson

Dena W. Thayer

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Bengtson Center for Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Ronald Hofman

Carolyn Vollmer

Scott R. Brundage

Stephen N. Zonca

Alger Pediatrics Grand Rapids

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids

Centre for Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Harrison W. Johnson

Centre for Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Pediatric Pulmonology Hovig Artinian

Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

John Schuen Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Johanna Zea-Hernandez Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Pediatric Surgery

James M. DeCou Pediatric Surgeons of West Michigan, P.C. Grand Rapids

Pediatrics (General)

Lisa B. Brown Cascade Pediatrics Grand Rapids

Benjamin Rechner

Eric Kozfkay

Centre for Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Dennis Hammond

Michigan Pain Consultants, PC Holland

Shannon Armstrong

James Ellis

Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Greg Jereb Cascade Pediatrics Grand Rapids

Maribel Bates

Cara Zokoe Forest Hills Pediatric Associates Grand Rapids

Viet Do Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Mercy Health Physician Partners Neuroscience Specialists Muskegon

Cherry Health - Heart of the City Health Center Grand Rapids

Douglas Leppink

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

James Lee Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

William T. Cullen Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Ronald D. Ford Elite Plastic Surgery Grand Rapids

Partners in Plastic Surgery of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Marguerite E. Aitken Plastic Surgery Associates Grand Rapids

Johanna R. Krebiehl Plastic Surgery Associates Grand Rapids

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John D. Renucci Plastic Surgery Associates Grand Rapids

Douglas L. Vander Woude Plastic Surgery Associates Grand Rapids

Andrew Livingston Plastic Surgery Specialists PLLC Grand Rapids

John Girotto Spectrum Health - Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Grand Rapids

Podiatry

Michael G. David Foot & Ankle Specialists of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Joshua R. Decker Foot & Ankle Specialists of West Michigan Grand Rapids

Courtney Thenn Mercy Health Physician Partners - Podiatry Rivertown Grandville

John F. Harris Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Marisha Stawiski Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Michael Emiley University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Podiatry Grand Rapids

Daniel Koschtial University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Podiatry Comstock Park

Psychiatry Sameh Dwaikat

Mercy Health Psychiatry Saint Mary’s Grand Rapids

Denise Gribbin Mercy Health Saint Mary’s Grand Rapids

Carey Krause Mercy Health Saint Mary’s Grand Rapids

Louis Nykamp Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Zeeland

Radiation Oncology

Matthew W. Packard Lakeshore Area Radiation Oncology Center Holland

Derek Bergsma Mercy Health Radiation Oncology Grand Rapids

James Kane Mercy Health Radiation Oncology Grand Rapids

Patrick L. Fabrizio Spectrum Health Hospitals Breast Cancer Multispecialty Clinic Grand Rapids

Eric Buth Spectrum Health Hospitals Radiation Oncology Grand Rapids

Brian Kastner Spectrum Health Hospitals Radiation Oncology Grand Rapids

Michael Mahacek Spectrum Health Hospitals Radiation Oncology Grand Rapids

Julie Forstner

James E. Young

University of Michigan Health-West - Cancer Center at the Village Wyoming

The Fertility Center Grand Rapids

Radiology Orrie Close

Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Joseph Junewick Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Jarrod MacFarlane Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Chris Therasse Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Robert Hylland

Rheumatology Centers of Western Michigan Norton Shores

Lakshmi Kocharla Rheumatology Centers of Western Michigan Grand Rapids

Peter Zadvinskis Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

James Birmingham University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Rheumatology Grand Rapids

Andrew Lewandowski Stuart Vollmer Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Rheumatology Grand Rapids

Baljit S. Deol

Danielle Robinett

Kent Radiology, P.C. Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Rheumatology Grand Rapids

Jennifer Rollenhagen Mercy Health Comprehensive Breast Center Grand Rapids

Reproductive Endocrinology / Infertility William G. Dodds The Fertility Center Grand Rapids

Emma Giuliani

Aaron Eggebeen West Michigan Rheumatology, PLLC Grand Rapids

Andrew Head West Michigan Rheumatology, PLLC Grand Rapids

Richard Martin

The Fertility Center Grand Rapids

West Michigan Rheumatology, PLLC Grand Rapids

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Eric Slavin

The Fertility Center Grand Rapids

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Sleep Medicine David Shen

Mercy Health Physician Partners - Sleep Center Grand Rapids

Christopher Morgan Mercy Health Physician Partners Sleep Center Grand Rapids

Timothy Daum University of Michigan Health-West - Metro Health Sleep Disorders Center Wyoming

Sports Medicine Erik Hedlund

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Tim Henne Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Michael Jabara Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Thomas Matelic Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

Peter Theut Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Grand Rapids

James Lebolt Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Travis Menge Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Kristi Kern University of Michigan Health-West - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

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Top dOcs Edwin Kornoelje

Joel Green

Erik M. Ratchford

Guillermo Sanchez

University of Michigan Health-West - Beltline Health Center Grand Rapids

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Urology Associates of Grand Rapids, PC Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Wayne VanderKolk

Paul N. Rodriguez

Matthew Tiede

West Michigan Surgical Specialists PLC Wyoming

Urology Associates of Grand Rapids, PC Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Aryn Johnson University of Michigan Health-West - Caledonia Health Center Caledonia

Kenneth Dood University of Michigan Health-West - Cedar Springs Health Center Cedar Springs

Steven VanNoord University of Michigan Health-West - Hudsonville Health Center Hudsonville

Thoracic Surgery

Bruce Shabahang Mercy Health Lacks Cancer Center Grand Rapids

Geoffrey Lam Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Edward Murphy Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Charles Willekes Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Trauma Surgery

Urology

Thomas J. Maatman

Urology Surgeons, P.C. Grand Rapids

Michigan Urological Clinic Grand Rapids

John R. Lobo

Kenneth F. Shockley

Urology Surgeons, P.C. Grand Rapids

Michigan Urological Clinic Grand Rapids

Christopher Brede Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

George Ghareeb Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

John Humphrey Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Brian Lane Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Jon Curry Spectrum Health United Hospital Greenville

Urologic Consultants, P.C. Grand Rapids

Alexander P. DeHaan

Spectrum Health Hospitals Multidisciplinary Trauma Clinic Grand Rapids

Urologic Consultants, P.C. Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Hospitals Multidisciplinary Trauma Clinic Grand Rapids

Vascular / Interventional Radiology Orrie Close

Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Michael Knox Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Jarrod MacFarlane Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Jeffrey VanErp Advanced Radiology Services PC Grand Rapids

Baljit S. Deol

Michelle Kosovec Mercy Health Physician Partners Vascular and Vein Specialists Grand Rapids

John Morris Mercy Health Physician Partners Vascular and Vein Specialists Grand Rapids

Lawrence Mallon Muskegon Surgical Associates, P.C. Muskegon

Robert Cuff Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Justin Simmons Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Zdravko “Zeke” Skrtic

Jason Slaikeu

Kent Radiology, P.C. Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

Christina Bakalis

Jannah H. Thompson Urologic Consultants, P.C. Wyoming

Augusto Elias

Urology Associates of Grand Rapids, PC Grand Rapids

Mercy Health Physician Partners Vascular and Vein Specialists Grand Rapids

Kent Radiology, P.C. Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

Jeffrey B. Casamento

Vascular Surgery

Joshua Greenberg

John G. Anema

Cathryn Chadwick

Alistair Chapman

Randall S. Kuntzman

Eanas Yassa Spectrum Health Medical Group Grand Rapids

University of Michigan Health-West Wyoming

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West Michigan Rheumatology, PLLC

West Michigan Rheumatology is an academically oriented specialty group that has provided consultative care for more than 100,000 patients for more than 30 years. They understand and embrace the multiple roles that specialists provide, including managing complex and lifethreatening diseases, prescribing powerful medications, and “solving the riddle.” “We feel that it is an honor to be trusted to participate in our patients’ care,” says Richard W. Martin, M.D., MA, one of four rheumatologists on staff. “We take this confidence seriously and promise to place their interests first.” He says the physicians at the clinic have broad and deep experience in providing clinical care and conducting academic research and provide care covering the full range of rheumatic diseases. West Michigan Rheumatology physicians are all board-certified and have trained at different national centers of excellence: Mayo Clinic, University of Tennessee – Memphis, the University of Pittsburgh, and the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. Dr. Eric Slavin of the clinic says this diversity

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of education provides a unique, multifaceted perspective that greatly benefits the patient. “I have learned as much from my colleagues at WMR as I did during my fellowship.” Slavin says. “Collaborating with my partners has made me a better physician.” The rheumatologists are also faculty of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Patient care, resident and medical student education, and research are all part of daily practice. “We are among the few rheumatologists who provide in-patient consultations for critically ill patients in Grand Rapids at St. Mary’s Mercy Health Hospital,” says Dr. Andrew Head, another physician on staff. “We also offer digital X-rays and physiciansupervised biologic infusion therapy for the convenience of our patients.” In addition to their clinical responsibilities, the physicians at West Michigan Rheumatology have been leaders in developing, implementing, and publishing translational research about shared decision making: a process in which clinicians and patients work together to make decisions and select

tests, treatments, and care plans based on clinical evidence. This work is consistent with the core values of listening and caring, shared by everyone at the clinic. In 2021, for the fifth consecutive year, West Michigan Rheumatology has been recognized by the Centers for Medicare Services as having exceeded the MIPs Quality “Exceptional Threshold,” distinguishing its practice as providing the highest quality care. “We want our work to make a difference in your life,” Dr. Aaron T. Eggebeen says. The partners at West Michigan Rheumatology are Richard W. Martin, M.D., MA; Andrew J. Head, M.D.; Aaron T. Eggebeen, M.D.; and Eric T. Slavin, M.D. 

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To Your Health! A Toast to the

Grand Rapids Medical Community Grand Rapids has become a mecca for the medical profession, attracting some of the best of the best in their designated fields. And that’s not just in the Medical Mile, which is home to some of the most prestigious facilities in West Michigan, from hospitals and surgical centers to research and academic institutions. In every corner of the city, there are providers who specialize in nearly every discipline imaginable, giving area residents the luxury of receiving highly skilled care and support without having to travel far from home. Oncologists and hematologists are providing groundbreaking treatments and bringing hope and greater quality of life to those suffering from many forms of cancer. Expert orthopedic surgeons and therapy specialists are treating sports injuries, trauma, and bone, muscle, and joint conditions to help patients regain mobility and experience less pain and discomfort. Ophthalmologists and optometrists are providing top-notch vision care services, whether it’s performing routine eye exams or complex medical procedures for cataracts, macular degeneration, retinal disease, and more. In the aesthetics arena, plastic surgeons are offering advanced cosmetic techniques, both surgical and nonsurgical, to help their patients feel and look their best. The Featured Physicians and Top Docs in this section are passionate about their fields of study and helping the people and the communities they serve. Many are also teachers and lecturers, author articles for medical journals, and engage in continuing education to stay well-informed and on top of the latest developments.

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ERIN M. PETTIJOHN, M.D. ...............................................................76

DIANA BITNER, M.D., NCMP, FACOG ............................................ 62

AMY VANDER WOUDE, M.D., MBA .................................................. 76

CARL WIERKS, M.D. ....................................................................... 62

MANISH SHARMA, M.D ................................................................... 77

KRISTI HAWLEY, D.O., FAAD ........................................................... 64

NEHAL LAKHANI, M.D., PH.D. ......................................................... 77

JOHN BIRGIOLAS, M.D. .................................................................. 68

MICHAEL ZAKEM, D.O...................................................................... 77

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BALJIT SINGH DEOL, M.D. .............................................................. 74

ADAM S. HASSAN, M.D. ...................................................................78

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JASMINA BAJRIC, M.D.....................................................................78

BRETT T. BRINKER, M.D., MS .......................................................... 74

JOEL ANDERSON, M.D.................................................................... 80

KATHRYN B. ALGUIRE, M.D. ............................................................ 75

BRAD BENGTSON, M.D., FACS ....................................................... 82

FRANCES WONG, M.D. .................................................................... 75

DAVID ALFONSO, M.D., FACS ......................................................... 83

YUANBIN CHEN, M.D., PH.D. ........................................................... 75

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THOMAS E. GRIBBIN, M.D. ..............................................................76

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EXCEPTIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC CARE — RIGHT IN WEST MICHIGAN

s an independent orthopaedic practice, OAM is the highest value option for patients as well as delivers comprehensive care, treating every major orthopaedic subspecialty including: foot and ankle, hand and upper extremity, joint reconstruction, trauma, physical medicine, spine, and sports medicine. They also have onsite support services including: radiology, orthotics and medical braces, occupational therapy (with Certified Hand Therapists), physical therapy (with pool therapy), and work conditioning. Though OAM feels strongly that their entire team is world class, they are especially honored to have 18 of their 33 physicians recognized as Grand Rapids Top Doctors. 

2022 TOP DOCS

John Anderson, MD Foot & Ankle

Scott Burgess, MD Hand & Upper Extremity

James Ellis, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Erik Hedlund, DO Joint Reconstruction, Sports Medicine

Michael Jabara, MD Joint Reconstruction, Sports Medicine

Julian Kuz, MD Hand & Upper Extremity

David Bielema, MD Joint Reconstruction, Trauma

Viet Do, MD Hand & Upper Extremity, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Terrence Endres, MD Orthopaedic Trauma

Tim Henne, MD Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine

Kory Johnson, DO Joint Reconstruction, Trauma, Sports Medicine

James Lee, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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J. Todd Brown, DO Spine

Kenneth Easton, MD Spine

Ben Harper, MD Joint Replacement

Adam C. Hull, DO Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Thomas Malvitz, MD Joint Reconstruction

Donald Bohay, MD, FACS Foot & Ankle

Kristopher Danielson, DO Joint Reconstruction, Trauma

Leland Gossett, MD Hand & Upper Extremity

Jack Healey, MD Sports Medicine, Trauma

Kenneth Kozlow, MD Spine

John Maskill, MD Foot & Ankle

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OAM strives to promote bone health, reduce fracture risk, accelerate healing and prevent refractures. They provide comprehensive bone health care, including: osteoporosis screening, diagnosis, treatment, therapy, and education.

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Our on-site Physical and Occupational Therapists work closely with OAM physicians to provide a continuum of quality care that maximizes patient outcomes.

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OAM offers the convenience of full diagnostic imaging services, including onsite MRI, that are also among the most cost-effective in the area.

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Patients can save an average of 30%-50% versus the hospital, when having surgery at the OAM Surgery Center at MidTowne.

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Randy Russo, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Geoffrey Sandman, MD Joint Replacement, Trauma

Thomas Matelic, MD Sports Medicine

Scott Russo, MD Spine

Peter Theut, MD Joint Reconstruction, Sports Medicine

B. Kent Maupin, MD Hand & Upper Extremity

James Stubbart, MD Spine

Benjamin Strong, MD Joint Reconstruction, Trauma

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Lawrence Mallon, M.D. Dr. Lawrence Mallon is a Michigan native who began practicing in West Michigan in 2019. He specializes in vascular surgery and is a member of Muskegon Surgical Associates, a multispecialty surgical group that has been serving West Michigan since 1972. He also has privileges at Mercy Health Partners. Mallon has once again earned the Top Doc-

tors designation by Grand Rapids Magazine and also has received top honors for his “Real Patient Ratings” from webmd.com. His practice involves a wide range of vascular and minimally invasive, endovascular procedures to treat carotid and peripheral vascular disease, aortic aneurysms, varicose veins, and deep venous thrombosis. He also performs dialysis access procedures and anterior

spine exposures. He received his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Michigan, and is a board-certified vascular surgeon trained at the University of Kentucky with additional endovascular training at the Arizona Heart Institute. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the Society of Vascular Surgery, the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and the American Venous Forum. Mallon is one of two renowned surgeons that head up the Vascular Surgery Department at MSA, and part of a vascular services team that is the only one of its kind in Muskegon County. MSA vascular services includes a Vein Care Center, office based lab, and accredited vascular ultrasound lab on site staffed with certified professionals. Mallon says he is able to provide a more personal level of care that patients don’t typically see in larger health care networks. As part of an independent team of surgeons, he says he’s able to customize care and work with his patient to develop a plan for their vascular health. 

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Dr. S. Andrei Ostric and Dr. Ryan Ter Louw lead the hand surgery team at MSA. The Hand Center at Muskegon Surgical Associates offers the lakeshore complete and total hand care. The board certified surgeons utilize cutting edge technology, minimally invasive techniques, offer many onsite surgical procedures, and work closely with our certified hand therapist to best serve their patients. The hand center also provides long-term care for amputations and chronic hand conditions.

Muskegon Surgical Associates (MSA) is pleased to announce the selection of Dena Thayer, DO, Stephen Zonca, MD, Ryan Ter Louw, MD and S. Andrei Ostric, MD as 2022 West Michigan Top Doctors. Drs. Thayer, Zonca, and Ter Louw lead the plastic and reconstructive team at Muskegon Surgical Associates. They are each board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons. They perform a full spectrum of surgical procedures, including: tummy tucks, breast augmentations and lifts, liposuction and comprehensive facial rejuvenation, including face lifts. A number of cosmetic surgeries can be performed onsite at MSA's new Pure Surgical Center. Pure Surgical Center includes a state-of-the-art operating room and comfortable, private pre-op and post-op patient rooms.

"Our goal is to help patients look and feel their best," says Dr. Zonca, "including changes after cancer treatment, pregnancy, and weight loss." Muskegon Surgical Associates (MSA) is a multi-specialty surgical group that has been serving West Michigan since 1972. MSA offers an extensive range of services including general surgery, plastic surgery, hand surgery and therapy, and vascular surgery.

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John Mulder, M.D., FAAHPM, HMDC Diana Bitner, M.D., NCMP, FACOG

Dr. John Mulder saw up close and personal the devastating effects suffering and pain caused him and his family when his father died of cancer at a young age. “He suffered and we suffered as a family because we didn’t know how to help him,” Dr. Mulder says. “Somewhere in the back of my mind I knew there had to be a better way to deal with people suffering with

these illnesses.” Three decades later, there is a better While working in traditional health way, thanks to theDr. dedicated andsays lifetime care for women, Diana Bitner she work of Dr. Mulder, a nationally recognized saw a system that responded well to leader in the of palliative sickness butfield wasn’t focused oncare. wellness; so Dr. Mulder,anexecutive the she created alternativedirector system sheofcalls Trillium Institute, an affiliate of Holland true. Women’s Health. Bitner describes it as a more personalized to health Home in Grand Rapids,approach was recognized that addresses each woman’s needs, by care the American Academy of Hospice and backed by evidence-based research, all in a spa like facility. “We offer a different way for women to think about their health,” Bitner says. “It’s more than an annual exam, but instead a lifelong journey with tools and a supportive team,” Bitner says. This team includes Dr. Celia Egan, boarded in both internal medicine and obesity medicine, and Susanne Pettigrew, PA-C, who focuses on functional and traditional medicine. One of only a few programs in the country, true. is a membership-based practice focused exclusively on women. Dr. Bitner says she and her team are meeting

Palliative Medicine with the 2019 Project on Death In America Palliative Medicine women’s needs of all ages with tailored Community Leadership Award. award preventative and primary careThe and recognizes Dr. Mulder for his efforts solutions for fatigue, weight gain, moodto advance the field of palliative in the changes, night sweats, and lowcare libido. Shecommunity throughwomen distinctive mentorship says supporting as they age is the and leadership. mission of true offering special expertise in midlife, menopause, andinfancy sexual and He says palliativeweight care isloss, in its health. ■ is an often-misunderstood specialty. “The principles of palliative medicine are to relieve the burden of suffering and improve the quality of life for people who have life-defining illnesses,” Dr. Mulder says. “Palliative medicine grew out of the hospice field, and because of that, some people have this notion that palliative care is strictly end of life care. My job is to retrue. Women’s Healthimprove their lieve the burden of suffering, Diana Bitner, M.D., NCMP, quality of life, provide hopeFACOG and get people Chief Medical Officer back to doing things they enjoy doing, even 2144 East Paris Ave. SE, Suite 230 while managing serious illnesses.” Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Dr. Mulder received his undergraduate 616-330-1700 degreetruewomenshealth.com from Western Michigan University and his master’s and medical degrees from Wayne State University. He has received numerous awards and is as an assistant professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine where he serves as the director for the Division of Palliative Medicine. He is also the director of the these eliteHealth athletesGrand helps me provide the and Mercy Rapids Hospice same level of care to student athletes and Palliative Medicine Fellowship Program.  weekend warriors alike.” ■

Carl Wierks, M.D. Whether the patient is a young athlete or an active adult, Dr. Carl Wierks performs the least invasive form of hip repair to optimize outcome and recovery time. Wierks specializes in arthroscopic surgery for cartilage injuries of the hip as well as direct anterior hip replacement. He is nationally sought out as an expert consultant and educator in these two surgical techniques. Wierks is a Fellow of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, having completed his medical training at LoyolaStritch School of Medicine and his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He also completed a sports fellowship at the renowned Steadman Clinic in Colorado. “I stay connected to the athletic community by being a physician for the U.S. Snowboard Team,” Wierks says, who is an avid snowboarder himself. “Keeping myself prepared to care for

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these illnesses.” rashes, skin cancers, and creating natural, Three decades later, there is a better healthy, youthful looks with cosmetic way, thanks to the dedicated and lifetime treatments. She is a nationally recognized work of Dr. Mulder, a nationally recognized psoriasis and eczema expert and has spoken leader in the field of palliative care. across the country on these topics, and has Dr. Mulder, executive director of the also written for several publications. She Trillium Institute, an affiliate of Holland strives to bring the most innovative and upHome in Grand Rapids, was recognized to-date treatments to the area. by the American Academy of Hospice and Dr. Hawley treats her patients like family

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Palliative Medicine with the 2019 Project on Death In America Palliative Medicine Community Leadership Award. The award recognizes Dr. Mulder for his efforts to advance the field of palliative care in the community through distinctive mentorship and leadership. He says palliative care is in its infancy and is an often-misunderstood specialty. “The principles of palliative medicine are to relieve the burden of suffering and improve the quality of life for people who have life-defining illnesses,” Dr. Mulder says. “Palliative medicine grew out of the hospice field, and because of that, some people have this notion that palliative care is strictly Frank end of life care. My job is to reGarber, lieve the burden of MD suffering, improve their quality of life, provide hope and get people back to doing things they enjoy doing, even while managing serious illnesses.” Dr. Mulder received his undergraduate degree from Western Michigan University and his master’s and medical degrees from Wayne State University. He has received numerous awards and is as an assistant professor at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine where he serves as the director for the Division of Palliative Medicine. He is also the director of the Mercy Rapidsinterests Hospice and 2003. Dr. Health Behler’sGrand professional Palliative Program.  include AdultMedicine & PediatricFellowship ENT, Septoplasty, Voice/Laryngology issues, minimal sinus Featured Physicians procedures, ear issues, and allergy care. Dr. Name Here Along with these 3 nominated providers, Michigan ENT and Allergy has an additional 4 exceptional doctors to serve the West Michigan community. There are eight locations, two of which are in the Grand Rapids area. In Grandville you can find us near Rivertown Mall, and our newer Grand Rapids location just off I-196 on the East Beltline. Our 7 providers care for all ages, newborn to adult, they will develop a plan that best fits each person’s unique situation. ■

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Three decades later, there is a better way, thanks to the dedicated and lifetime work of Dr. Mulder, a nationally recognized leader in the field of palliative care. Dr. Mulder, executive director of the Trillium Institute, an affiliate of Holland Home in Grand Rapids, was recognized by the American Academy of Hospice and

Board Hematology and and As a certified medical in oncologist Oncology, Dr. working Brett T. Brinker trained hematologist at Cancer & at two leading universities Hematology Centers of Western renowned Michigan, for their on blood cancers: Emory Dr. Sree work Chandana believes he and his Universityprovide in Atlanta, where he attended colleagues the best cancer care in medical school— and hada his residency, and West Michigan with level of excellence at Northwestern University in the Chicago, that is on par with big centers like Mayo whereinhe obtainedand histhe Hematology/OnClinic Minnesota MD Anderson cology fellowship. In addition, Brinker Cancer Center in Texas. He specializes holds a master’s degree in clinical trial inin treating gastrointestinal cancers, such vestigation from Northwestern. His focus as colon, rectum, pancreas, bile duct, is in malignant esophageal, andhematology, stomach, treating as well and as caring for patients blood prostate, cancers genitourinary cancers,with including such as and leukemia, bladder, kidney.lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.has He is a local principal Chandana a also special interest in investigator on many clinical trials with developing new therapies for cancer new also medications treatSTART blood cancers. and works atto the Midwest “I am passionate cutting research facility as about a studybringing doctor for early edge knowledge, research, phase clinical trials. He saysand he patient works care to Grand Rapids to treat blood cantirelessly to bring cutting-edge therapies cersclinical — andtrials communicating in a friendly, and to West Michigan, so that approachable, understandable his patients do and not need to travel farway for to empower patients to beevery involved in their cancer care. “I believe patient their own health care,” Brinker says. “I deserves respect, compassion, and multialso like toindividualized focus on thecare,” importance of disciplinary, Chandana wellness teachingknow long-term says. “I letand my patients that theyplans will forcared livingfor, healthy.” ■ member.” ■ be as my family

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on Death In America Palliative Medicine Community Leadership Award. The award recognizes Dr. Mulder for his efforts to advance the field of palliative care in the community through distinctive mentorship and leadership. He says palliative care is in its infancy and is an often-misunderstood specialty. “The principles of palliative medicine are to relieve the burden of suffering and improve the quality of life for people who have life-defining illnesses,” Dr. Mulder says. “Palliative medicine grew out of the hospice field, and because of that, some people have this notion that palliative care is strictly end of life care.and My job is to reBoard certified in Hematology Oncology, Dr. burden Brett T. Brinker trainedimprove their lieve the of suffering, at quality two leading universities of life, providerenowned hope and get people for their work on blood cancers: Emory back to doing things they enjoy doing, even University in Atlanta, where he attended while managing serious illnesses.” medical school and had his residency, and Dr. Mulder received his undergraduate at Northwestern University in Chicago, where he obtained his Hematology/Ondegree from Western Michigan University cology In addition, Brinker degrees from andfellowship. his master’s and medical holds a master’s degree in clinical trialHe in- has received Wayne State University. vestigation from Northwestern. His focus numerous awards and is as an assistant is in malignant hematology, treating and professor at Michigan University Colcaring for patients with bloodState cancers lege of Human Medicine where he serves such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple as myeloma. He is also a local principal the director for the Division of Palliainvestigator on many He clinical trialsthe withdirector of the tive Medicine. is also new medications to treat blood cancers. Mercy Health Grand Rapids Hospice and “I am passionate about bringing cutting Palliative Medicine Fellowship Program.  edge knowledge, research, and patient SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

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Frances Wong, Yuanbin Chen, Kathryn B. Kristi Frances Wong, Dr. Hawley, D.O., FAAD M.D. to time and Dr. Hawley board-certified M.D., Ph.D. Alguire, M.D. and is is committed committed to taking taking time to to listen listen and and rashes, skin skin cancers, cancers, and creating creating natural, natural, and Dr. Kristi Kristi Hawley is is aaM.D. board-certified rashes, dermatologist dermatologist who who has has been been serving serving the the Grand Rapids community for more Grand Rapids community for more than than six six years. years. Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley completed completed her her residency residency at at Michigan Michigan State State University University and, and, in in 2019, 2019, she achieved one of her biggest she achieved one of her biggest goals goals and and opened opened her her own own practice, practice, The The Derm Derm Institute of West Michigan. Dr. Institute of West Michigan. Dr. Hawley Hawley specializes specializes in in psoriasis, psoriasis, eczema, eczema, acne, acne,

healthy, healthy, youthful youthful looks looks with with cosmetic cosmetic treatments. She is a nationally treatments. She is a nationally recognized recognized psoriasis psoriasis and and eczema eczema expert expert and and has has spoken spoken across the country on these topics, across the country on these topics, and and has has also also written written for for several several publications. publications. She She strives strives to to bring bring the the most most innovative innovative and and upupto-date treatments to the area. to-date treatments to the area. Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley treats treats her her patients patients like like family family

Dr. Kathryn B. Alguire has been in practice as a medical oncologist for nearly 20 years, with a primary focus on breast cancer in the Muskegon clinic. She is a board certified physician who received her undergraduate and medical school education from Michigan State University. Alguire feels fortunate to work with amazing, supportive physicians, as well as the entire Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan team, which includes nurses, social workers, and medical assistants — all who have the goal of providing compassionate, high quality cancer care. “I am inspired by my patients as they face what may be the most significant health issue in their lifetime with grit and grace,” Alguire says. “I hope to deliver the best care to my patients by keeping current on the ever-changing landscape of treatment options, while working in close collaboration with my medical oncology colleagues and other specialists.” ■

Dr. Frances Wong serves a unique role Dr. Frances Wongas serves a unique role in her peer group a benign hematology inspecialist, her peertreating group asblood a benign hematology clotting, bleeding specialist, blood clotting,blood bleeding disorders,treating and non-malignant cell disorders, and She non-malignant cell abnormalities. has workedblood alongside abnormalities. She hasatworked alongside her oncology partners the Cancer & Heher oncology partners at the Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan for matology of Western Michigan for nearly 10 Centers years, focusing on the hematology nearly 10 years, focusing on the hematology subspecialty and providing dedicated and subspecialty expert care toand herproviding patients. dedicated and expert care to her In her years ofpatients. practice, Wong says she In her years practice, Wong she has sensed theoffrustrations somesays patients has the frustrations patients havesensed experienced within thesome medical syshave within theormedical system, experienced where they feel unseen not listened tem, they feel unseen ortheir not listened to —where and also rushed through appointto — and“Ialso rushed their appointments. make surethrough my patients feel that ments. “I make are surebeing my patients feelthat thatI their concerns heard, and their concerns beingthe heard, and that I see the personare behind patient,” Wong see the person behind the patient,” Wong says. “I also try to provide clear explanations says. “I also try to provide for the processes behindclear theirexplanations hematologic for the processes behind theiroptions. hematologic conditions and management Opticonditions and management options. Optimal understanding of what we are treating mal what can we are treating andunderstanding how treatmentofworks reduce a lot and how treatment works canpeople reduce a lotin of the stress and anxiety that come ofwith.” the stress ■ and anxiety that people come in with.” ■

Kathryn B. Alguire, M.D. Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan, PC 6425 S. Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI 49444 800-411-7999 chcwm.com

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connect connect with with each each and and every every one one of of them. them. She’s eager to help her patients feel confident She’s eager to help her patients feel confident and and bring bring out out the the clear clear skin skin within. within. “I am passionate about “I am passionate about my my patients’ patients’ skin skin stories and find solutions that stories and find solutions that work work well well for for them,” them,” Hawley Hawley said. said. “I “I take take pride pride in in being being able able to to create create personalized personalized treatment treatment plans plans that accommodate my patients’ that accommodate my patients’ skin skin and and schedules.” schedules.” Working Working with with Dr. Dr. Hawley, Hawley, the the experienced experienced medical staff at The Derm Institute medical staff at The Derm Institute of of West West Michigan tackles a patient’s skin condition Michigan tackles a patient’s skin condition as as aa team. team. They They hold hold aa “patient-first” “patient-first” mindmindset and are dedicated to set and are dedicated to providing providing the the latest latest treatments, treatments, helping helping to to ensure ensure that that even even the the most most unique unique skin skin concerns concerns are are diagnosed diagnosed and and resolved—not resolved—not just just on on the the surface, surface, but but at at Dr. Yuanbin Chen is Board certified in their source. their source. internal medicine and medical oncology “We’re treating the whole not just “We’re theNational whole person, person, not and a treating fellow of the Institutes of just the disease,” Hawley says. “We are known for the disease,” HawleyCancer says. “We are known Health/National Institute, and for our warm, gentle, and thoughtful approach our warm, gentle, andcancer thoughtful approachto to specializes in lung and melanoma patient care.” patient care.” care, and the development of new treatSkin treatment is Skin treatment is never never just skin skin deep. deep. ments though clinical trials.just Dr. Hawley knows that when you suffer He attended medical schoolyou at Sun Yat-from Dr. Hawley knows that when suffer from Sen University of Medicalyour Sciences and aa chronic skin treatment chronic skin condition, condition, your treatment received his Ph.D.level. in Molecular shouldn’t be It to shouldn’t be surface surface level. It needs needsBiology to be be perperat Loyola University Chicago’s Cardinal sonal. That’s why Dr. Hawley and her sonal. That’s why Dr. Hawley and her staff staff Bernardin beyond Cancer Center. Chen is alsothat go go above above and and beyond to to create create aa plan plan that a member of the American Society of works for your schedule, your works for your schedule, your skin, skin, and and you. you. Clinical Oncology and the International Are you ready to give your skin the care itit Are you ready to give your skin the care Association for the Study of Lung Candeserves? Come see us today!  deserves? cer. Come see us today!  SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

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Frances Wong, Amy Vander ErinFAAHPM, M. Thomas E. John Mulder, M.D., HMDC M.D. Woude, MBA M.D. Palliative Gribbin, Medicine M.D., with the 2019 Project illnesses.” Dr. John Mulder saw M.D. up close and thesePettijohn, personal the devastating effects suffering and pain caused him and his family when his father died of cancer at a young age. “He suffered and we suffered as a family because we didn’t know how to help him,” Dr. Mulder says. “Somewhere in the back of my mind I knew there had to be a better way to deal with people suffering with

Specializing in malignant hematology, benign hematology, breast cancer, central nervous system, as well as head and neck cancer, Dr. Thomas E. Gribbin is board certified in internal medicine, medical oncology, and hematology. He’s also the founding director of the Richard J. Lacks Sr. Cancer Center. As a physician at Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan, Gribbin has had the privilege of teaming with some of the most well trained and experienced individuals, from the doctors to the nurses, pharmacists, and support staff. Top to bottom, it’s an organization with the most capable colleagues he’s had the opportunity to work with. “I want my patients to know, and everyone at CHCWM wants their patients to know, that the care they will receive from us is absolutely the best and most compassionate available; care that also offers them the best chance of recovery,” Gribbin says. “We’re committed to that every day.” ■

Dr. Erin Pettijohn is a board certified hematology specialist, with a primary focus on blood and bone marrow cancers. She received her undergraduate degree from Alma College, attended Wayne State University School of Medicine, and completed residency and fellowship training at Northwestern University. Pettijohn proudly serves patients at Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan, where she and her colleagues are able to provide specialized oncology care to the Grand Rapids region. “Oncology is a rapidly changing and complex medical specialty,” Pettijohn says. “The ability to deliver cuttingedge treatment and research to patients in our community with humility and integrity is a true joy and passion. I am grateful for the opportunity to live and work here in Grand Rapids and I consider it an honor to walk with patients along their cancer journey .” ■

Thomas E. Gribbin, M.D. Cancer & Hematology Centers of Western Michigan, PC 250 Cherry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 800-411-7999 chcwm.com

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on Death In America Palliative Medicine Community Leadership Award. The award recognizes Dr. Mulder for his efforts to advance the field of palliative care in the community through distinctive mentorship and leadership. He says palliative care is in its infancy and is an often-misunderstood specialty. “The principles of palliative medicine are to relieve the burden of suffering and improve the quality of life for people who have life-defining illnesses,” Dr. Mulder says. “Palliative medicine grew out of the hospice field, and because of that, some people have this notion that palliative care is strictly end of life care. My job is to reserves a unique roletheir lieve Dr. theFrances burdenWong of suffering, improve Dr. Amy Vander Woude has been in her peer group as a benign hematology quality of life, provide hope and get people with Cancer & Hematology Centers of bleeding backspecialist, to doingtreating thingsblood they clotting, enjoy doing, even Western Michigan for more than 20 and non-malignant blood cell whiledisorders, managing serious illnesses.” years, and is board certified medical abnormalities. She has workedinalongside Dr.oncology Mulderand received his undergraduate hematology. She specialher oncology partners at the Cancer & Hedegree Western Michigan University izesfrom in the treatment of breast cancer, matology Centers of Western Michigan for and his master’s and medical from working with patients to provide expert nearly 10 years, focusing on the degrees hematology input on the bestproviding therapies available to Wayne State University. He has received subspecialty and dedicated and maximize atocure or help numerous awards and is them as annavigate assistant expert care her patients. options for treatment to prolong professor atyears Michigan StateWong University In her of practice, says and sheColmaintain of life.where This sensedquality theMedicine frustrations some includes patients lege has of Human he serves ensuring patientswithin havethe a good underhave experienced medical as the director for the Division of sysPalliastanding ofthey theirfeel diagnosis, their options tem, where unseen or not listened tive Medicine. He is also the director of the for—treatment, and what to expect along to and alsoGrand rushed through appointMercy Health Rapidstheir Hospice and the way. ments. “I make sure my patients feel that Palliative Medicine Fellowship Program. “I believe the basis for a strong pa- 

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Frances Wong, Michael Michael Manish Lakhani, Dr. Kristi Nehal Hawley, D.O., FAAD M.D. Zakem, D.O. Zakem, D.O. Sharma, M.D. rashes, skin M.D., Ph.D. to taking time to listen and cancers, and creating natural, and is committed Dr. Kristi Hawley is a board-certified dermatologist who has been serving the Grand Rapids community for more than six years. Dr. Hawley completed her residency at Michigan State University and, in 2019, she achieved one of her biggest goals and opened her own practice, The Derm Institute of West Michigan. Dr. Hawley specializes in psoriasis, eczema, acne,

healthy, youthful looks with cosmetic treatments. She is a nationally recognized psoriasis and eczema expert and has spoken across the country on these topics, and has also written for several publications. She strives to bring the most innovative and upto-date treatments to the area. Dr. Hawley treats her patients like family

Dr. Manish Sharma divides his time between START Midwest and the Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion, focusing on phase 1 clinical trials for advanced cancer patients at one and treating patients with gastrointestinal cancers at the other. In these roles, Sharma collaborates with other physicians and communicates with them frequently to advocate for his patients and optimize their care, while also staying informed on the national guidelines and the latest developments for cancer treatments. Sharma says he believes access to clinical trials is an important part of quality care, and he empowers his patients by giving them options when appropriate, and listening carefully to understand their goals. “I consider my role as an oncologist to be a calling rather than a job,” Sharma says. “I genuinely care about my patients, and I enjoy getting to know them. My approach to medicine is rooted in humanism and compassion, with an emphasis on quality of life.” ■

Dr. Frances Wong serves a unique role Dr. Nehal he is passionate in her peerLakhani group as asays benign hematology about newtreating drug development cancer specialist, blood clotting,for bleeding patients, there is blood substantial disorders, knowing and non-malignant cell room for improvement in thealongside current abnormalities. She has worked standard of care — especially for patients her oncology partners at the Cancer & Hewho have Centers advanced metastatic cancers. matology of or Western Michigan for Lakhani notes focusing advances molecular nearly 10 years, on theinhematology biology and and immunology have made subspecialty providing dedicated and it possible for toscientists to truly understand expert care her patients. theIncomplex of cancer; her yearsnature of practice, Wong leading says sheto rationally treatments such as has senseddesigned the frustrations some patients immunotherapy specific have experienced and withinmutation the medical systargeted therapies. tem, where they feel unseen or not listened “The of oncology is appointcurrently to — andfield also rushed through their experiencing a boom in patients new andfeel exciting ments. “I make sure my that treatment options,” Lakhani says. their concerns are being heard, and“Having that I undergone formal training see the person behindPh.D. the patient,” Wongin pharmaceutical and explanations cancer drug says. “I also try tosciences provide clear development, I strive to incorporate the most for the processes behind their hematologic promising in treatment plans for conditionsnew and drugs management options. Optimy with advanced If there malpatients understanding of what cancers. we are treating isand anhow exciting new works drug can being developed treatment reduce a lot for cancer in that the people world,come my goal of the stressanywhere and anxiety in iswith.” to bring ■ it to West Michigan so that our patients may have the earliest access to potential breakthroughs.” ■

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connect with each and every one of them. She’s eager to help her patients feel confident and bring out the clear skin within. “I am passionate about my patients’ skin stories and find solutions that work well for them,” Hawley said. “I take pride in being able to create personalized treatment plans that accommodate my patients’ skin and schedules.” Working with Dr. Hawley, the experienced medical staff at The Derm Institute of West Michigan tackles a patient’s skin condition as a team. They hold a “patient-first” mindset and are dedicated to providing the latest treatments, helping to ensure that even the most unique skin concerns are diagnosed and resolved—not on the but at After many just years of surface, practicing After many years of practicing both oncology and hematology, Dr. their source. both oncology and hematology, Dr. Michael Zakemthe is now concentrating onjust “We’re treating person, not Michael Zakem is whole now concentrating on benign hematology. Zakem calls on his for the disease,” Hawley says. “We are known benign hematology. Zakem calls on his extensive knowledge to supportapproach patients our warm, gentle, and thoughtful extensive knowledge to support patients to in making informed decisions and patient care.” in making informed decisions and achieving best outcomes. He backs his bestisoutcomes. He backs his Skinachieving treatment never just skin deep. recommendations with evidence-based recommendations with evidence-based Dr. Hawley knows that when you suffer from medicine and insight from his many years medicine insight fromyour his many years a chronic skinandcondition, treatment of experience. His focus is on treating of experience. His focus is on treating shouldn’t be surface level. It needs to be perpeople not diseases, emphasizing both people not diseases, emphasizing both sonal.physical That’s and whyemotional Dr. Hawley and her staff wellbeing. physical and emotional wellbeing. go above and beyond to create a plan “I have a passion for knowledge andthat “I have a passion for knowledge and current with your field skin, research,” worksstaying for your schedule, and you. staying current with field research,” Zakem says.to“Igive also value and promote a it Are you ready your skin the care Zakem says. “I also value and promote a team approach tous caring for  patients and deserves? Come see today! team approach to caring for patients and

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Dr. Melissa Meldrum-Aaberg is a board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon who has served the West Michigan community for more than 20 years. She is honored to be named a Top Doctor by Grand Rapids Magazine year after year, and takes pride in helping her patients look and feel their best, through treatments and techniques that address cosmetic and functional issues of the eyelids, brows, and face. It is her goal to develop personalized and trusting relationships with her patients to better understand their motivations behind seeking eyelid surgery and what they hope to achieve. “I dedicate time to each patient to create a treatment plan that is specific to their needs,” Meldrum-Aaberg says. “My team and I are truly passionate about restoring our patients’ self-confidence and vision with refined and natural-looking outcomes. Our extensive training and years of experience, combined with state-of-the-art procedures and technology, allow us to provide outstanding results.” ■

A native native of A of Michigan, Michigan, Dr. Dr. Adam Adam HasHasthethe Grand Rapids resan has hasbeen beenserving serving Grand Rapids gion forfor 15 15 years. “I am very honored to be region years. “I am very honored to be named a top doctor once again,” Hasnamed a top doctor once again,” Hassan san referring to being named Top says,says, referring to being named a TopaDocDoctor by Grand Rapids Magazine for tor by Grand Rapids Magazine for many many years running. “It is a privilege years running. “It is a privilege to help to a help a wide variety of patients by providwide variety of patients by providing suring surgical care for complex eyelid and gical care for complex eyelid and orbital orbital conditions. I also feel fortunate to conditions. I also feel fortunate to have look the have the opportunity to help others opportunity to best help by others look and feel and feel their providing cutting their cosmetic best by providing cutting edge techniques. ” edge cosmetic techniques.” Hassan received his medical degree from the University of Michigan where degree he also Hassan received his medical completed residency and fellowship. He from the University of Michigan where he served on the faculty at the U-M until also completed residency and fellowship. moving to on Grand in the 2007.U-M He He served the Rapids faculty at is board certified and a member of the until moving to Grand Rapids in 2007. American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic He is board certified and a member of and Reconstructive Surgery, the Amerthe American of Ophthalmic ican Academy ofSociety Facial Plastic and RePlastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the constructive Surgery, and the American American of Academy of Facial Plastic and Academy Ophthalmology. Since 2012, Reconstructive Surgery, and the American Hassan has served as the division chief of Academy of Ophthalmology. 2012, ophthalmology for Spectrum Since Health. ■ Hassan has served as the division chief of ophthalmology for Spectrum Health. ■

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John Mulder, M.D., FAAHPM,Joel HMDC Anderson, Dr. John Mulder saw up close and personal the devastating effects suffering and pain caused him and his family when his father died of cancer at a young age. “He suffered and we suffered as a family because we didn’t know how to help him,” Dr. Mulder says. “Somewhere in the back of my mind I knew there had to be a better way to deal with people suffering with

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Brad Bengtson, M.D., FACS Dr. Brad Bengtson is a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of the Bengtson Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery and New Vista Surgical Center — an onsite facility for cosmetic surgery patients. He specializes in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast lifts, advanced revisional breast augmentation, face lifts, and tummy tucks, as well as advanced non-

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portional, and restored outcomes; not those that appear over-augmented, over-lifted, or over-tightened,” Bengtson says. “The best plastic surgery is in patients you can’t tell have had it.” He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a long-standing member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He is also a member of numerous other professional organizations and has been recognized with numerous awards and designations — the highlights being two prestigious Tiffany Awards for the Best Annual Research by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Bengtson is a patent holder of eight medical devices and innovator in the science of aesthetic surgery, having authored landmark textbooks, book chapters, and peer-reviewed journal articles. He also travels the world educating other plastic surgeons on his groundbreaking procedures and techniques. “I have a true passion for making a difference in the lives of my patients, while improving outcomes and decreasing adverse events in plastic surgery,” Bengtson says. “With my work, transformation occurs both inside and out.” The Bengtson Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery was founded to provide the West Michigan community — and those traveling from across the country to seek Featured Physicians Dr. Here Dr.Name Bengtson’s expertise — with exceptional care, coupled with the highest level of personal service for their patients.  SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

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Dr.David KristiAlfonso, Hawley,M.D., D.O.,FACS FAAD Dr.Kristi DavidHawley Alfonsois board-certified Dr. Dr. Kristi Hawley isisaaaboard-certified board-certified plastic surgeon at The Centerthe for dermatologist who has been dermatologist who hasBengtson been serving serving the Aesthetics Plastic for Surgery, offering Grand Rapids community more six Grand Rapidsand community for more than than six onsiteDr. surgery at Vista years. Hawley her residency years. Dr.cosmetic Hawley completed completed herNew residency Center. offers facial rejuvenation at Michigan State and, in atSurgical Michigan StateHeUniversity University and, in 2019, 2019, surgery and one advanced body she achieved of biggest she achieved one of her her cosmetic biggest goals goals contouring in 360The liposuction and opened her own Derm and opened — herespecially own practice, practice, The Derm and bodyof thighMichigan. lifts — as Dr. well as a full Institute West Institute ofand West Michigan. Dr. Hawley Hawley portfolio of aesthetic procedures. Dr. Alfonso specializes in eczema, acne, specializes in psoriasis, psoriasis, eczema, acne,

says heskin provides an individualized rashes, cancers, and natural, rashes, skin cancers, and creating creatingapproach natural, to create ayouthful relaxing and enjoyable healthy, looks with cosmetic healthy, youthful looks with experience cosmetic for his patients as a sense of peace treatments. She is aa nationally recognized treatments. She as is well nationally recognized from theand beginning of their journey to psoriasis eczema and psoriasis and eczema expert expert and has has spoken spoken completion and beyond. across the on across the country country on these these topics, topics, and and has has am committed to achieving the best also for publications. She also“I written written for several several publications. She possible myinnovative patients,” and Alfonso strives to bring most upstrives tooutcomes bring the thefor most innovative and upsays. “This comes to from surgical to-date treatments area. to-date treatments to the thecombining area. skill experience with compassion, and Dr. Hawley treats patients like Dr. and Hawley treats her her patients like family family

from to my patients' concerns and committed to time to and and is islistening committed to taking taking time to listen listenand and goals for with their connect each connect with surgeries.” each and and every every one one of of them. them. With experience that spans feel more than a She’s eager to patients She’s eager to help help her her patients feel confident confident decade, Alfonso isclear certified the American and out skin within. and bring bring out the the clear skinby within. Board of passionate Plastic Surgery and is patients’ an American “I about my skin “I am am passionate about my patients’ skin College of Surgeons Fellow.that He work is a member stories find well stories and and find solutions solutions that work well for for of manyHawley professional organizations, such as them,” said. them,” Hawley said. “I “I take take pride pride in in being being the Society for Aesthetic Plastic able to treatment plans ableAmerican to create create personalized personalized treatment plans Surgery and the American Society of Plastic that my skin and that accommodate accommodate my patients’ patients’ skin and Surgeons and has earned a number of honors schedules.” schedules.” and prominent including recurrent Working with Dr. the Working withawards, Dr. Hawley, Hawley, the experienced experienced Top Doctor designations from Grand Rapids medical medical staff staff at at The The Derm Derm Institute Institute of of West West Magazine. In addition to his many accolades, Michigan Michigan tackles tackles aa patient’s patient’s skin skin condition condition Dr. completed distinguishedmindcosas team. hold as aaAlfonso team. They They hold aaa“patient-first” “patient-first” mindmetic fellowship in New York City in 2008, set set and and are are dedicated dedicated to to providing providing the the latest latest which incorporated advanced, specialized treatments, helping ensure even treatments, helping to to ensure that that even the the surgical training. concerns are diagnosed most most unique unique skin skin concerns are diagnosed Dr. Alfonso is a published author and reand and resolved—not resolved—not just just on on the the surface, surface, but but at at spected lecturer, as well as an Allergan natheir their source. source. tional trainer for facial fillers and toxins. He “We’re “We’re treating treating the the whole whole person, person, not not just just also has extensive experience in lasers, which the the disease,” disease,” Hawley Hawley says. says. “We “We are are known known for for he combines with surgical facial procedures. our ourwarm, warm,gentle, gentle,and andthoughtful thoughtfulapproach approachto to Sought after in West Michigan, his fluency in patient patient care.” care.” Spanish allows him to provide an even broadSkin Skin treatment treatment is is never never just just skin skin deep. deep. er range of patient care. Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley knows knows that that when when you you suffer suffer from from “I am passionate about producing aa chronic chronic skin skin condition, condition, your your treatment treatment life-changing results and helping patients shouldn’t shouldn’t be be surface surface level. level. It It needs needs to to be be perper— both men and women — realize their cossonal. sonal. That’s That’s why why Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley and and her her staff staff metic goals,” Alfonso says. “I strive to create go go above above and and beyond beyond to to create create aa plan plan that that a natural enhancement of my patients' inherworks works for for your your schedule, schedule, your your skin, skin, and and you. you. ent beauty." Are you ready to your skin Are readysays to give give skin the the care careanitit Dr.you Alfonso he your is supported by deserves? Come see us today!  deserves? Come see us today!  amazing team of caring, supportive staff that SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

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Dr. Dr. Kristi Kristi Hawley Hawley is is aa board-certified board-certified dermatologist dermatologist who who has has been been serving serving the the Grand Grand Rapids Rapids community community for for more more than than six six years. years. Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley completed completed her her residency residency at at Michigan Michigan State State University University and, and, in in 2019, 2019, she she achieved achieved one one of of her her biggest biggest goals goals and and opened opened her her own own practice, practice, The The Derm Derm Institute Institute of of West West Michigan. Michigan. Dr. Dr. Hawley Hawley specializes specializes in in psoriasis, psoriasis, eczema, eczema, acne, acne,

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A delightfully refreshing salad based on a dish from a Las Vegas restaurant

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Beacon Corner Bar attempts tough concept; increases seafood options in GR BY PAT EVANS

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Leo’s is a longtime staple downtown and for years Charley’s Crab kept diners happy on the banks of the Grand River before its demise during COVID-19. For a vibrant downtown dining scene, that’s probably not enough. Now, however, seafood options are starting to pop up from seasoned restaurant groups in the area. Soon, the owners of The Chop House will open Real Seafood Co. on Monroe Avenue. But first, on New Year’s Eve, the owners of San Chez-A Tapas Bistro opened Beacon Corner Bar, 38 W. Fulton St. The same group also owns Roam by San Chez Bistro, 250 Monroe Ave. NW. Beacon’s location also once was San Chez Café, a casual offshoot of the keystone downtown restaurant that offered some fun breakfast options for downtown workers. With the lack of seafood options in Grand Rapids, the Beacon Corner Bar concept is brilliant. The casual spot across the hall from San Chez, which was named among GR Mag’s best restaurants earlier this year, offers a menu that can turn heads. A place to grab a seafood boil is not commonplace in the lake-enclosed Mitten State. And that’s because it’s hard to pull off. 88

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Far left is Beacon Coner Bar's Captain Seafood Boil. Interior in center and then executive chef Jacob Johnson far right.

Beacon Corner Bar describes itself on its website as “coastal sea and land fare” and comes in part inspired by owner Cindy Schneider’s youth in Long Island, New York. “We were just coming up with different ideas for restaurants; what does Grand Rapids not have?” said Nolyn Schneider, son of owners Dan and Cindy Schneider. “We don’t have a lot of really good seafood. We wanted to provide amazing seafood, but not whitetablecloth style.” The unbuttoned approach to seafood is certainly welcomed. “Casual and fun,” Schneider said. “I’ve never imagined doing a seafood boil in a suit and tie.”

That boil is what the restaurant would, at least partially, like to hang its hat on. “We want to knock the boil out of the water,” he said. Hoping to pull off a casual atmosphere and an unforgettable seafood boil is admirable, but it’s tough to achieve in Michigan. The boil is tasty and packed with spices, but the prices are potentially prohibitive for many. That’s the challenge in a Midwestern state — securing a pot of fresh seafood at a price point friendly to a crowd. Pricing is a challenge for every restaurant and business right now, so it’s certainly not the fault of Beacon, but it can give way to sticker shock for a group of diners heading in for a casual dinner.

The seafood boil at Beacon starts at “Skipper,” a $60 serving of potatoes, corn, onions, shrimp, mussels and biscuits. The $80 “First Mate” adds clams and sausage. The $120 “Captain” adds crab legs and artichokes. The First Mate, with a half-pound add-on of snow crab ($35), could adequately feed two hungry adult men. Additional add-ons are available, ranging from $10 to $20 for more mussels, clams, sausage, or shrimp. Again, the price is not the fault of the restaurant, but it can run counterintuitive to the casual approach Beacon hopes to pull off — which the ownership does wonderfully and affordably down at Roam, with its GR M AG .CO M

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incredibly creative menu of street food items from across the globe. It’s also important to note rising costs are becoming an issue across the board as people begin to watch their wallets and dine out less. There are other features to Beacon that perhaps are a better focal point than the seafood boil. Beyond the boil, the Beacon menu has plenty of mouthwatering selections at reasonable prices. There is a nice array of baskets, including coconut shrimp, fried oysters, Uncle Joe’s fish bites (walleye), brown butter perch and chicken tenders. The baskets range from $10 for the coconut shrimp to $19 for the perch. Hand-held features include a pastrami 90

sandwich, catch of the day and a smash burger that looks as though it could be among the best burgers in Grand Rapids. The $22 lobster roll can be ordered Maine-style or Connecticut-style. The Corner Bar aspect of the name really shows off with the restaurant’s happy hour, which is 2-5 p.m. weekdays, during which wine and beer are half off and cocktails are $2 cheaper, bringing them to $12. Food during the special time includes $2 oysters on the half shell, $9 whitefish dip and $12 peel-andeat shrimp. The drinks are a creative way the restaurant taps into the ocean theme. The beers are well curated to go with the seafood

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Far left lobster roll with coconut shrimp basket. Bar interior center and then 'Big Blue' one of their cocktail offerings inset.

and generally priced reasonably, especially the Sierra Nevada Pale Ale’s $3.25 price tag. “We have fun cocktails, some tart, some sweet, great beer and wine, pairs really well with everything on the menu,” Schneider said. “We took a lot of inspiration from everywhere.” Lunch also seems like a good time to frequent Beacon Corner Bar, with a great selection of features coming in around $14, including an oyster po’ boy, fried perch sandwich, and a sausage and pepper hoagie. An interesting component of building the menu was figuring out how to get products to Michigan (certainly a key piece to the high price on the boil). One quirk Schneider pointed out while discussing fresh seafood products beyond figuring out the seasonality was live crawfish. They cannot be shipped into Michigan alive because they are so invasive and there is a Department of Natural Resources rule against it. Beacon Corner Bar is still in its first several months of operation, so it’s ironing out the kinks. The concept is top-notch, particularly to fill a niche of seafood — especially the casual type — downtown. Unfortunately, it’s insanely hard to pull off what Beacon set out to do at an approachable price.

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Spice up your summer

There's something about spicy margaritas that just hits the tastebuds right.

With so many variations, margaritas can be different every time. BY PAT EVANS

Margaritas get top billing on Cinco de Mayo, but their star turn shouldn’t end with the holiday. The refreshing cocktail has it all for summer sipping: a little sweetness, a bit of tartness and plenty of strength to ensure it packs a punch. The ideal margarita is simple. So simple, in fact, it can be made with just three ingredients: tequila, orange liqueur and lime juice. (Editor’s note: Feel free to use fresh lime juice and fresh orange juice in place of the liqueur to really pack in some natural, vibrant flavors.) Certainly, one can pick up an overly sweet pre-mixed margarita or margarita mix, but when it’s such a straightforward cocktail with ingredients most home bars already have in stock, why bother when a perfect cocktail is just a shake away? The margarita’s best quality, however, might be the nearly infinite ways to spice and, quite literally, shake it up for variety. Whether you’re going for spicier or sweeter, the options are nearly limitless. (For local margs, check out Luna and Donkey.) Also, don’t worry about sticking to blanco, or unaged white tequila. Mix it up and go with the lightly aged reposado or heavily aged and nuanced anejo. 92

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Let’s start with the basic blend: 1 part orange liqueur 1 part lime juice 1 part tequila Stir the three liquids together to mix, then combine with plenty of ice in a glass rimmed with lime juice and salt (if desired). Garnish with a lime wedge, of course.

Now, to spice it up: 2 parts tequila ½ part orange liqueur ½ part agave syrup 1 part lime juice 2 jalapeno slices Stir liquids together, pour over ice, garnish with jalapeño slices and a lime wedge. (Editor’s note: For a really spicy kick, rest the tequila in a jar with some jalapeño — or hotter — peppers.)

Maybe sweeten it up with some raspberries: 2 parts tequila 1 part lime juice 1 part simple syrup Stir the liquids together, pour over a handful of muddled raspberries and top with ice.

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Ingredients: 10 oz leafy greens (kale, power greens, arugula) ½ cup strawberries, thinly sliced 1 /3 cup blueberries 1 avocado, thinly sliced 4 oz crumbled goat cheese ½ cup walnuts (candied or plain) 4 green onions, diced 10 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced or diced Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing: ½ cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup champagne vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey or agave 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste Directions: Place all ingredients for the dressing into a blender. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate until ready to use. Wash greens thoroughly, then pat dry. Chop greens into bite-sized pieces Top greens with chicken, berries, avocado, goat cheese, walnuts and green onions Mix in the dressing. Use a few tablespoons at a time and keep tasting until you get the right amount. The remaining dressing will stay good in the fridge for a few days.

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Summer salad for lunch

This mixture is sweet, creamy, savory and tart. BY PAT EVANS

// PHOTO BY STACY FEYER-SALO

As the weather warms, sometimes a quick, light lunch is all that’s needed. Here’s a riff on a favorite salad my wife found in Las Vegas that will add more fruits and veggies to your diet while tantalizing all your tastebuds. So many of these components come together nicely — sweet, creamy, savory and tart — yet none are too heavy-handed.

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Rooftop vibes

Knoop sits atop Canopy Hilton in one of the city’s coolest settings. BY PAT EVANS

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Hidden at the top of the Canopy Hilton Grand Rapids, there sits a snazzy spot to spend an evening. Knoop, 131 Ionia Ave. SW, is one of trendier places in the city, with excellent views that few public spaces in town can offer. Describing itself as a rooftop beer garden, Knoop offers a “refined menu of Dutch- and German-inspired cuisine with a modern touch.” The concept is nailed solidly. Located in the Studio Park complex, it’s best to head into the Canopy front doors off Ionia Avenue, hop in the elevator and head to the top floor. The menu is small, but it lays out a few separate ways that could be fun to explore on a date night or evening out with a few friends. Pretty much everything coming out of the kitchen is set up as a 94

Knoop's rooftop interior (above) and assorted cocktails served (inset).

shareable item, from the starters to the “full plates.” Meanwhile, the drink menu is tight and interesting, with each cocktail featuring a different keystone liquor. Not necessarily ideal for a full dinner, Knoop is much more situated for a hangout-and-graze sort of vibe. It’s a setting that encourages visits before or after a movie, a post-dinner cocktail or a preevent bite to eat. To start, grab a cocktail, beer or glass of wine. Beyond the cocktail menu, there’s a nice selection of top-notch beers and quality wines. The cocktails, though, are well-balanced with creative backstories. A server said the bartender who created the menu based the cocktails on original

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service staff members, leading to quirky combinations to simulate personalities. Then order a few items from the starters section on the menu. The pretzel flight plates three different flavors of pretzels, all with a tight crust and fluffy interior, and accompanying dipping sauces. The sweet pretzel could do well as a dessert, while the salted pretzel helps the beverages go down easier and the everything-bagel-seasoned pretzel throws a lot of fun curveballs at the tongue — the sauces are beer cheese, ground mustard and buffalo blue. The chicken lollipops were a pleasant surprise. The bulb of chicken was incredibly moist and popping with flavor, with very slight spice from its habanero pepper brine. The crust added a great crunch but was nice and thin, avoiding an obnoxious covering of just breading. It also wasn’t overly salty, as a piece of un-sauced fried chicken can easily lean. An excellent part of the Knoop experience is the ability to turn each item on the menu into a shareable plate. So, while the chicken lollipops or pretzel flights certainly set up for a shareable situation, so too do the entrees. Other options include a sausage flight, tempura fried mushrooms and cheesy gougeres. The walleye entrée sets three flakey, lightly battered filets of the whitefish on a pile of French fires. The small rectangular serving dish suggests sharing is encouraged.

The food is well-executed, and the drinks are served quickly and cold. But the true highlight is the vibe, and that atmosphere goes on full display in the summer. Rooftop spots are inherently “cool,” but Knoop takes that to another level. It amplifies the vibe with hip, “Instagrammable” accents starting with lots of windows providing natural light and a popping blue wall entryway with blue china, expanding to a dining room with wood panels and big, spherical light fixtures.

The floor is varied with its seating areas, from small cocktail-type tables to large tables with stool seating and a wall of big, cushioned benches. The north-facing windows behind the bar show incredible views of downtown Grand Rapids, while the patio — with wide, open sliding doors — offers a cool view looking eastward. Few things Knoop sets out to do miss, which makes it a can’t-miss stop in Grand Rapids.

A cute little nook inside Knoop's rooftop bar (right). Tempura fried mushrooms (below).

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food + drink / on-the-go Bagels stacked at Brooklyn Bodega. Whether in search of chewy bagels and a coffee or a stacked sandwich for lunch, grab it at Brooklyn Bodega.

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Brooklyn-style bodega in GR Owners bring quick eatery downtown. BY PAT EVANS

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Bagels are seemingly all the rage nowadays in Grand Rapids. From Bagel Kitchen in East Grand Rapids to Terra Bagels’ new downtown spot, there are some quality doughy nuggets around town. A new must-try quickie spot is Brooklyn Bodega Bagels & Deli, 10 Jefferson Ave. SE, owned by Myleka and Saaquan Jefferson. While “bagels” is in the name, don’t be fooled. Walk in and you’ll be greeted by a giant Boar’s Head logo and the deli sandwich selection is top of the line. A bodega is a usually small grocery store located in an urban area. There’s one on about every other corner in New York City. Myleka Jefferson wanted to give her husband a piece of his hometown — he was born in Brooklyn — so she led the effort to bring a Brooklyn staple to Grand Rapids. The breakfasts are particularly quick and scrumptious at Brooklyn Bodega Bagels & Deli. Everything is made in-house, including the large array of cream cheeses. The staff is on point, friendly and helpful, making sure each visit is enjoyable. It’s everything one might want out of a quick breakfast or lunch place in the downtown business district. When there in the morning waiting for an order, it’s likely the words “Jersey Boy” will be whirling about. That’s for good reason. The sausage, egg and cheese creation on an everything bagel is a treat. Wrapped in tinfoil, the breakfast sandwich is a great way to start day, whether that’s sitting on a park bench or running a tad late into that important board meeting. 96

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Downtown GR ANGEL’S THAI CAFÉ Extensive Thai fare. Menu includes your-choice stir-fry option. Vegetarian friendly. No alcohol. Open daily. // 136 Monroe Center NW, 454-9801. angelsthaicafe.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ APERITIVO A wine bar with a small menu that includes cheese and charcuterie plates and monthly sandwich specials. The retail section includes tinned fish, which can be enjoyed on-site with pickled veggies, cultured butter and Field & Fire bread. It is located within the Grand Rapids Downtown Market. Open Daily. // 435 Ionia Ave SW, 259-7045. aperitivogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ BANGKOK TASTE CUISINE Thai fare with lunch buffet and kids menu. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 15 Jefferson Ave SE, 356-5550. bangkoktastegr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ BEACON CORNER BAR & COASTAL FARE Owned by the group behind San Chez and Roam, the restaurant offers up seafood from the three coasts: East, West and Michigan. // 38 W Fulton St, 383-3800. beaconcornerbar.com. Dinner, $$-$$$ BEIJING KITCHEN Hunan, Szechuan and Cantonese cuisines. Lunch and dinner specials. No alcohol. Open daily. // 342 State St SE, 458-8383. beijingkitchenmi.com. Lunch (SunFri), Dinner $-$$

2022 DINING AWARD WINNER BISTRO BELLA VITA Big-city casual; modern French and Italian cuisine, locally sourced and prepared over a wood fire. Mammoth martini bar, nice wine selection. Open daily. // 44 Grandville Ave SW, 222-4600. bistrobellavita.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ BOBARINO’S AT THE B.O.B. Grill on second floor of The B.O.B. offers everything from wood-fired pizza to upscale entrées. Lunch menu has deli sandwiches, salads, burgers. Full bar. Outdoor seating. Closed Sun. // 20 Monroe Ave NW, 356-2000. thebob. com/bobarinospizza. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ BRICK & PORTER Appetizers, burgers, salads, sandwiches and a nice

selection of entrées; 20 beers on tap (“the darker, the better”). Open daily. // 47 Monroe Center NW, 2266928. brickandportergr.com. Brunch (Sat-Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$ BRICKYARD TAVERN Located inside the historic Boardwalk Building, BrickYard Tavern offers a varied menu with items including a selection of burgers, sandwiches and entrées such as beer-battered salmon and chips, fish tacos and rib eye. Enjoy cocktails and 24 beers on tap. Open daily. // 940 Monroe Ave NW, 805-3280. brickyardtaverngr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ BROOKLYN BODEGA BAGEL & DELI Bringing the bagel shops and delis of the East Coast to the third coast. Whether a bagel, egg and cheese or a hearty turkey sandwich, Brooklyn Bodega has it. Open Monday-Saturday // 10 Jefferson Ave. SE, (616) 7244275 Breakfast, Lunch $ THE CHOP HOUSE Aged prime beef, seafood, pork, lamb chops, chicken and more. Downstairs is La Dolce Vita dessert and cigar bar. Closed Sun. // 190 Monroe Ave NW, 451-6131. thechophousegrandrapids.com. Dinner $$$ CITY BUILT BREWING CO. Taproom featuring a variety of craft beer. Plus, Puerto Rican-inspired appetizers, small plates, entrées, soups and salads. Closed Mon. // 820 Monroe Ave NW, 805-5755. citybuiltbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ CINCO DE MAYO Offers the usual Mexican fare plus carnitas and steak asada. Full bar. Open daily. // 114 Monroe Center NW, 719-2401. cincodemayogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ CITYSEN LOUNGE Soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers and small-plate creations. Beer and wine; happy hour 4-7 pm. Open daily. // CityFlatsHotel, 83 Monroe Center NW, 6081725. cityflatshotel.com/location/grand-rapids. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ COTTAGE BAR Longtime favorite since 1927. Famous Cottage burgers and fries, signature chilis and more. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 18 LaGrave Ave SE, 454-9088. cottagebar. biz. Lunch, Dinner $ DIVANI European-inspired food includes small plates for sharing and a variety of entrées. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 15 Ionia Ave SW, 774-9463. divanigr.com. Dinner $$-$$$

FLANAGAN’S Downtown Irish pub features imported beers, entrées with Irish influence. Frequent live music. Open Daily. // 139 Pearl St NW, 454-7852. flanagansgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $ FORTY PEARL A wine bar serving oysters, cured meats and cheeses, baked goods and sweets, soups and salads, shareables, sandwiches, rice bowls and entrées like salmon, seared scallops and Cornish hen. Open daily. // 40 Pearl St. NW, 608-7741. fortypearl.com. Lunch, Dinner $$$ FOUNDERS BREWING CO. Spacious taproom, serpentine bar and live music Thu and Sat. Menu features appetizers, deli sandwiches. Outdoor beer garden. Open daily. // 235 Grandville Ave SW, 776-1195. foundersbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $ FRIESIAN GASTRO PUB A cozy neighborhood eatery offering comfort food items with an eclectic twist. Menu items include handhelds like the harissa hot chicken sandwich and vegan Rueben, as well as entrées including ramen bowls and Korean short ribs. Full bar. Patio and rooftop deck. Open daily. // 720 Michigan St NE, 825-3001. friesiangr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ GILLY’S SMOKEHOUSE Twelve rotating craft beers from The B.O.B’s Brewery paired with smokehouse fare, including smoked beef brisket, Amish chicken, pork butt and more. Closed Sun-Mon. // 20 Monroe Ave NW, 356-2000. thebob. com/gillysrestaurant. Dinner $-$$ GINZA SUSHI & RAMEN BAR Wide selection of authentic Japanese cuisine, sushi, ramen, poke bowls, hibachi dinners, appetizers, soups and salad. Open daily. Catering available. // 1015 Michigan St NE, 272-4116. ginzasushiramen.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ GRAND RAPIDS BREWING CO. Organic brews, hard cider, wine and spirits. Farm-totable menu includes sharable plates, sausages, soups, salads, sandwiches, entrées. Open daily. // 1 Ionia Ave SW, 458-7000. grbrewingcompany.com. Lunch (SatSun), Dinner $-$$

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This farm-to-table breakfast and lunch spot offers allday breakfast items like breakfast burritos and skillet meals as well as lunch items including sandwiches, soups, salads and toasts. It also offers an array of pastry items including croissants, muffins and tarts. On weekends brunch is available. No alcohol. Open daily. // 820 Monroe Ave NW Suite 100, 616-608-4533. fieldandfire.com. Breakfast, Lunch $-$$

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GRAND RAPIDS GARAGE BAR AND GRILL “All-American grub” includes burgers, nachos, sandwiches, soups and salads, full bar. Live entertainment Fri and Sat. Open daily. / 819 Ottawa Ave NW, 454-0321. garagebargr.com. Lunch, Dinner $ GRAND WOODS LOUNGE Eclectic menu with upscale comfort foods. Live entertainment, pool tables, spacious full bar. Year-round alfresco dining with fireplace. Open daily. // 77 Grandville Ave SW, 451-4300. grandwoodslounge.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ HERITAGE HILL PIZZA Offers traditional, stuffed and specialty pizzas. No alcohol. Open daily with a few tables for dining in. // 340 State St SE, 742-4773. grandrapidspizza.net. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE HERITAGE GRCC culinary students prepare gourmet dishes from steaks to vegan. Menu changes weekly. Wine and beer. Open Tue-Fri during school year. // Applied Technology Center, 151 Fountain St NE, 234-3700. grcc.edu/ heritage. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ HONG KONG EXPRESS Szechuan and Cantonese. All-you-can-eat lunch buffet. No alcohol. Open daily. // 150 E Fulton St, 235-2888. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ JAMAICAN DAVE’S Chicken, goat, oxtail, beef, fish and vegetarian fare in Jamaican style. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 530 S Division Ave, 458-7875. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ J. GARDELLA’S TAVERN Massive full bar and gargantuan menu includes hearty appetizers, salads, burgers, entrées. Three floors of seating. Closed Sun. // 11 Ionia Ave SW, 459-8824. jgardellastavern.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $ JUDSON’S AT THE B.O.B. Award-winning steakhouse offers steaks, seafood and chops. Notable wine list. Closed Sun. // 20 Monroe Ave NW, 3562000. thebob.com/judsonssteakhouse. Dinner $$$ THE KITCHEN BY WOLFGANG PUCK Comfort fare and global classics in a casual atmosphere overlooking the Grand River. Menu includes appetizers, gourmet pizzas, salads and entrées. Full bar. Open daily. // Amway Grand Plaza, 187 Monroe Ave NW, 776-3230. amwaygrand.com/dining/the-kitchen-bywolfgang-puck. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ LEO’S Fresh seafood, soups, salads and more in elegant yet casual atmosphere. Early dinner menu 4:30-6 pm MonFri. Closed Sun. // 60 Ottawa Ave NW, 454-6700. leosrestaurant.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $$-$$$

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plus, a display of rotating works by local artists. Full bar. Closed Mon. // 1001 Monroe Ave NW, 200-4343. linearrestaurant.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

cuisines. Dine alfresco on street-front, dog- friendly patio. Full bar. Closed Mon. // 136 E Fulton St, 2357669. onetrick.biz. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

LITTLEBIRD Café-style restaurant featuring made-from-scratch breakfast and lunch, including a full coffee menu, house-made sodas and egg creams, and pastries. Full bar. Open daily. // 95 Monroe Center NW, 419-4168. thelittlebirdgr.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Tue-Sat) $

ONE TWENTY THREE TAVERN Part of Studio Park, One Twenty Three Tavern offers starters, small plates and handhelds, large plates, and a kids menu. Offering elevated American fare, including a fried chicken sandwich, jackfruit carnitas, meatloaf, veggie meatballs, quinoa bowl and more. Full bar. Open daily. // 123 Ionia Ave SW. 123tavern.com. Lunch, Dinner $$$

LUNA TAQUERIA Y COCINA Upscale Latin American menu pairs with locally sourced meat and produce. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 64 Ionia Ave SW, 288-6340. lunagr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

2022 DINING AWARD WINNER MARGAUX A contemporary French bistro. Fine wines and cocktails. Alfresco dining overlooking the Grand River. Open daily. // JW Marriott, 235 Louis St NW, 242-1448. ilovethejw. com/dining. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ MAX’S SOUTH SEAS HIDEWAY A tiki-themed restaurant that includes a raw bar, hot appetizers, salads, sides, land and sea dishes, and vegan options. Appetizers include ceviche and puhahana rock shrimp, and entrées include a poke bowl, citrus-glazed faroe and an island lobster roll. Full bar. Open daily. // 58 Ionia Ave SW, 551-0016. maxstiki.com. D $$-$$$

2022 DINING AWARD WINNER MDRD Overlooking the Grand River from its location on the 27th floor of the Amway Grand Plaza, this restaurant serves modern Spanish cuisine including tapas and paella. Reservations available. Closed Sun and Mon. // 187 Monroe Ave. NW, 776.6425. amwaygrand.com/dining. Dinner $$$ MERTENS PRIME French-inspired, upscale dining on restored historic site of original, early-20th-century-era hotel. Steaks, chops, seafood, pasta, entrées and small plates. Local wine options. Open daily. // 35 Oakes St SW, 551-1713. mertensgr.com. Brunch (Sat-Sun), Breakfast (Mon-Fri), Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $-$$ MEXO Features tequila/mezcal bar and a modern touch on classic pre-Hispanic foods of Mexico. Full bar. Open daily. // 118 E Fulton St, 828-4123. mexogr.com. Breakfast (Sun), Lunch, Dinner $$ MOJO’S DUELING PIANO BAR & RESTAURANT Lively downtown spot opens for dinner at 5 pm Wed-Sat. Appetizers, sandwiches, salads, flatbread pizzas, full bar. Shows start at 8 pm Wed-Fri, 7 pm Sat. Closed Sun-Tue. // 180 Monroe Ave NW, 776-9000. mojospianobar.com. Dinner (Wed-Sat) $$-$$$

ONE TRICK PONY GRILL & TAPROOM Eclectic menu with vegetarian, Mexican and European

PALACE OF INDIA Indian cuisine with a sizeable menu including vegetarian selections. Lunch buffet 11-3. Open daily. // 138 E Fulton St, 913-9000. palaceofindiarestaurant.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PARSLEY MEDITERRANEAN GRILLE Appetizers, salads, soups, pitas, combos. Catering available. No alcohol. Open daily. // 80 Ottawa Ave NW, 776-2590. parsleymg.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PIND INDIAN CUISINE A fine-dining Indian restaurant offering traditional dishes, such as tandoori, biryani, chicken tikka masala, malai kofta and samosas with gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options. No alcohol. Open daily. // 241 W Fulton St, 805-4767. pindgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$$ RESERVE Wine bar offers extensive by-the-glass selections and culinary options to match, including charcuterie. Closed Sun. // 201 Monroe Ave NW, 855-9463. reservegr.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $$-$$$ ROAM BY SAN CHEZ BISTRO The San Chez Bistro team introduces global street food, including cuisine from China, Morocco, Spain, France, Poland, U.K., Indonesia and more. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 250 Monroe Ave NW, 288-9129. roambysanchez. com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$ ROCKWELL REPUBLIC Diverse menu emphasizes local ingredients from sushi to comfort food. Upper-level outdoor seating. Full bar. Open daily. // 45 S Division Ave, 551-3563. rockwellsrepublic.com. Dinner $$-$$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Classic American steakhouse in the Amway Grand Plaza. Serves alcohol. Closed Sun. // 187 Monroe Ave NW, 776-6426. amwaygrand.com/dining/ruthschris-steak-house. Lunch, Dinner $$$ SAN CHEZ BISTRO Spanish fare focusing on tapas-style small plates; sides and entrées. Wine and beer list includes Spanish varieties and sherry. Open daily. // 38 W Fulton St, 774-8272. sanchezbistro.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ SANDY POINT BEACH HOUSE GR Originating in West Olive, dishes include “traditional

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beach house favorites,” such as prime beef burgers, fresh halibut, steak and frites, and roasted chicken and mussels. Full bar. Open daily. // 822 Ottawa Ave. NW, 828-1118. sandypointbeachhouse.com. Brunch (SatSun), Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ SLOWS BAR-B-Q Detroit-based restaurant offers extensive menu, including barbecue, sandwiches and sides. Michigan and national craft beers on tap. Open daily. // Downtown Market, 435 Ionia Ave SW, 454-1588. slowsbarbq.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

TURNSTILES Bodacious bar food in a music-themed atmosphere. Cocktails, drafts, and the largest selection of nonalcoholic beverages in GR. Nightly live music with no cover. Free on-site parking. // 526 Stocking NW. turnstilesgr.com. 616-330-LIVE. Lunch, Dinner $ WAHLBURGERS Celebrity-owned (by Mark Wahlburg and brothers) burger joint offering up a fast-casual experience. // 10 Ionia Ave NW, 616-719-1788. wahlburgers.com. Lunch, Dinner, $$

SOCIAL HOUSE A casual pub serving American-style food. Menu features a variety of offerings: starters such as veggie, meat and cheese shared platters, goat cheese fritters, spicy tuna wontons and avocado toast; soups and salads; burgers and sandwiches; and pizza. Full bar. Closed Mon. // 25 Ottawa Ave. SW, 551-1412. socialhousegr.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$$

Z’S BAR & RESTAURANT Sports-themed eatery known for its BBQ ribs. Soups, salads, sandwiches, entrées. Carry-out available. Open daily. // 168 Louis Campau Promenade NW, 4543141. zsbar.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

SOCIAL MISFITS An interesting concept mashing waffles with other foods. The waffles, whether sweet or savory, can be accompanied by creative cocktails. The business also introduces Great Lakes Coffee Roasters to town. // 43 W. Fulton St, 272-4984. thesocialmisfits.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$

ANDO SUSHI + BAR Asian fusion eatery featuring small plates, bentos, rice bowls, raw bar, noodles, soup, salad and more. Wide selection of wine, plus local, domestic and international beer. Full bar. // 415 Bridge St NW, 608-0789. andosushi.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

SPARKS BBQ Offering barbecued meats by the pound, à la carte, sandwiches, appetizers, salads, sides, specialty entrées and desserts. Sparks BBQ originated in Traverse City. Full bar. Open daily. // 15 Ionia Ave. SW, Suite 140, 888-2170. home.eatsparksbbq.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ SPEAKEZ LOUNGE Casual pub setting with eclectic menu, including vegan and gluten-free. Creative starters, soups, salads, entrées (after 4 pm). Full bar. Open daily. // 600 Monroe Ave NW, 458-3125. speakezlounge.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ STELLA’S LOUNGE Award-winning stuffed burgers, plus vegan and vegetarian items. Full bar, known for its whiskey selection. Open daily. // 53 Commerce Ave SW, 7424444. stellasgr.com. Lunch (Fri-Sun), Dinner $-$$ TAVERN ON THE SQUARE Tapas-style fare, plus house specialties. Patio seating. Full bar, happy hour 3-7 Mon-Fri. Open daily. // 100 Ionia Ave SW, 456-7673. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ TERRA BAGEL A quaint place to grab a bagel, a schmear and some coffee. The sister restaurant of Terra Bagel and Terra GR in Eastown. Open Daily // 40 Pearl St. NW, terrabagels.com, 616.465.4343 Breakfast, Lunch $

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BLUE DOG TAVERN West Michigan craft brews on tap. Good selection of tots, dogs and burgers. Open daily. // 638 Stocking Ave NW, 608-6050. bluedogtaverngr.com. Lunch, Dinner $ BROADWAY BAR & GRILL Neighborhood bar known for burgers and holiday decorations, especially at Christmas. Outdoor grilling during summer. Hours change seasonally. // 740 Broadway Ave SW, 454-0565. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ BUTCHER’S UNION Meat-and-whiskey-centric gastro pub. Full bar. Outdoor seating available. // 438 Bridge St NW, 551-1323. butchersuniongr.com. Brunch (Sun), Lunch, Dinner $$ EL GRANJERO Mexican fare from steak and shrimp to menudo on weekends. No alcohol but tasty virgin coladas. Open daily. // 950 Bridge St NW, 458-5595. Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ EL SOMBRERO Offers “the original” wet burrito. Weekly specials. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 527 Bridge St NW, 451-4290. elsombrerorestaurantmi.com. Lunch, Dinner $ FRATELLI’S KITCHEN & BAR Italian cuisine based on family recipes from Sicily with a “modern twist.” Full service bar. Open daily. // 443 Bridge St NW, Suite 2. 389-4963. fratellisgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

HARMONY HALL West Side brewpub with a German beer hall atmosphere serves comfort food including sloppy joes, grilled cheese sandwiches, hamburgers and a variety of dishes based on French fries, including poutine. Sausage menu. Vegan and vegetarian options for every dish on the menu. Open Thurs.-Sat. // 401 Stocking Ave NW, 233-9186. harmonybeer.com/harmony-hall. Dinner $-$$ THE HOLIDAY BAR Established in 1905, menu features appetizers and sandwiches. Seating includes 40-foot horseshoe bar, tables and a beer garden in warm months. Open daily. // 801 Fifth St NW, 456-9058. theholidaybargr.com. Lunch, Dinner $ JOLLY PUMPKIN PIZZERIA & BREWERY Dexter-based brewery offers salads and sandwiches in addition to pizza. Kids menu available. Open daily. // 428 Bridge St NW, 419-4676. jollypumpkin.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ THE KNICKERBOCKER – NEW HOLLAND BREWING Craft brewery featuring a variety of locally sourced shared plates, sandwiches, soups, pizzas, barbecue and more. Open daily. // 417 Bridge St NW, 3455642. newhollandbrew.com/knickerbocker. Brunch (Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$ LONG ROAD DISTILLERS Craft, small-batch distillery featuring variety of housemade snacks, sandwiches and entrées. Open daily. // 537 Leonard St NW, 228-4924. longroaddistillers. com. Brunch (Sat-Sun), Dinner $-$$ MAGGIE’S KITCHEN Mexican fare in café setting, cafeteria-style ordering. No alcohol. Closed Sun and Mon. // 636 Bridge St NW, 458-8583. Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ THE MITTEN BREWING CO. Vintage baseball-themed nanobrewery pairs handcrafted beers with gourmet pizzas. Open daily. // 527 Leonard St NW, 608-5612. mittenbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MONARCHS’ CLUB Starters, sausages, hot dogs, panini, Italian beef sandwiches and Grand Rapids Stackers. Michigan beer on draft. Open daily. // 646 Stocking Ave NW, 2339799. monarchsclubcornerbar.com. Lunch, Dinner $ ONE BOURBON Trendy, two-level restaurant serving creative shareable plates, burgers, hot sandwiches and entrées. Full bar features more than 120 whiskies. Closed Sun-Mon. // 608 Bridge St NW, 608-5766. onebourbongr.com. Dinner $-$$ O’TOOLE’S PUBLIC HOUSE Pub grub includes appetizers, sandwiches and burgers served on a mountain of fries. Open daily. // 448

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Bridge St NW, 742-6095. otoolesgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PEARL STREET GRILL Bright, contemporary restaurant features diverse menu in downtown Holiday Inn. Full bar. Open daily. // 310 Pearl St NW, 235-1342. higrdt.com/dining/ pearl-street-grill. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$ SALVATORE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Sicilian and southern Italian fare. Separate sports bar; patio seating. Food, beer and wine available to go. Delivery and catering. Open daily. // 654 Stocking Ave NW, 454-4280. salvatoresgr.com. Lunch (MonFri), Dinner $-$$

2022 DINING AWARD WINNER THE SOVENGARD Midwest heart meets New Nordic spirit. This cozy West Side farm-to-table restaurant focuses on seasonal and local sourcing and offers two separate dining spaces/ menus with an outdoor biergarten. Closed Mon. and Tues. Open for brunch Sat. and Sun. Reservations accepted. // 443 Bridge St NW, 214-7207. sovengard.com. Dinner $-$$ TWO SCOTTS BARBECUE Authentic barbecue smoked in-house daily with homemade sides and sauces. Features draft root beer and weekly specials. Catering and food truck available. Closed Sun. // 536 Leonard St NW, 608-6756. twoscottsbbq.com. Lunch $-$$ WESTSIDE SOCIAL “Reimagined” American-style tavern with locally sourced, house-made appetizers, burgers, seafood and other entrées. Full bar. Happy hour specials available Mon-Fri. Open daily. // 2802 Lake Michigan Dr NW, 453-5877. westside.social. Lunch (Tue-Sun), Dinner $-$$

Uptown BASALT Modern Tex-Mex cuisine with a relaxed atmosphere. The menu focuses on breakfast tacos, quesadillas and tortas. Closed Mondays. // 1450 Wealthy St. SE, 719-2146. basaltgr.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Thurs-Sat) $ BOMBAY CUISINE Traditional Indian dishes with spices and flavors from northern India. Full bar. Open daily. Takeout available. // 1420 Lake Dr SE, 456-7055. eastownbombaycuisine.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ BREWERY VIVANT Beer and food in tradition of French and Belgian country dishes. Housed in a renovated funeral chapel. Most dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. Open daily. // 925 Cherry St SE, 719-1604. breweryvivant.com. Lunch (Sat-Sun), Dinner $$-$$$

BROWN BUTTER CREPERIE & CAFÉ Locally sourced, made-from-scratch sweet and savory crepes and liege waffles. // 1436 Wealthy St SE, 2885038. brownbuttercrepes.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Wed-Sat) $ CHEZ OLGA Caribbean and Creole fare. Veggie/vegan options. Takeout available. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 1441 Wealthy St SE, 233-4141. chezolga.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE COMMONS 1970s-themed restaurant with “retro comfort food.” Full bar, including craft beer and ’70s-inspired cocktails. Takeout available. Closed Mon. // 547 Cherry St SE, 458-2704. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$ DANZÓN CUBANO Authentic Cuban fare, including vegetarian and vegan options, as well as locally made and Cuban sodas. Full bar; happy hour specials Mon-Thu. Open daily. // 1 Carlton Ave SE, 988-9788. danzoncubano.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ DONKEY TAQUERIA Authentic Mexican food, including tacos, tostadas, botanas and tortas in a former 1920s service station. Full bar. Open daily. // 665 Wealthy St SE. donkeygr. com. Breakfast (Sat-Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$ EAST WEST BREWING CO. Traditional American-style beers. Fresh, made-to-order American-style food and seasonal vegetarian menu items from local vendors. Open daily. // 1400 Lake Dr SE, 288-5250. eastwestbrewingcompany.com. Lunch (Fri-Sat), Dinner $-$$ ELK BREWING CO. Brewery with rustic industrial interior. Menu includes innovative sandwiches and snacks. Open daily. // 700 Wealthy St SE, 238-5227. elkbrewing.com. Lunch (Fri-Sun), Dinner $ ERB THAI Thai fare; will accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, no MSG. No alcohol. Open daily. // 950 Wealthy St SE, 356-2573. erbthaigr.com. Lunch, Dinner $ FORTY ACRES SOUL KITCHEN “Authentically American” southern comfort food, featuring po’boys, grits, gumbo and more. To-go catering available. Closed Mon. // 1059 Wealthy St SE, 481-6971. fortyacresgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ GOJO ETHIOPIAN CUISINE & DELI Authentic dishes including vegetarian options. Watt (stew) dishes served with injera flatbread. Carry-out available. No alcohol. Closed Sun and Mon. // 421 Norwood Ave SE, 459-3383. gojoethiopian cuisine.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ THE GREEN WELL GASTRO PUB Not your run-of-the-mill New American fare. Full bar

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with more than 20 rotating draft beers, many from local breweries. Open Tue–Sun. // 924 Cherry St SE, 8083566. thegreenwell.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ GROVE Fresh, farm-to-table unique takes on American fare in a presentation unlike most experienced before. Multipletime Grand Rapids Magazine Dining Award winner. Open Wednesday-Saturday // 919 Cherry St SE, groverestaurant.com, (616) 454-1000 Dinner, $$$ HANCOCK Nashville hot chicken restaurant with sandwiches, fried chicken, an assortment of Southern picnic sides, salads and desserts. Also serves breakfast. Open daily. // 1157 Wealthy St. SE, 805-4232. hancockgr.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ HARMONY BREWING CO. Custom brews with a full bar, wine and wood-fired pizzas. Sandwiches served 11 am-4 pm. Dog-friendly patio. Open daily. // 1551 Lake Dr SE, 233-0063. harmonybeer.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ KCM A Japanese/Korean fusion restaurant specializing in sando (Japanese cut white bread sandwiches or openfaced toast with meat, egg salad or other filling); curry and other rice bowls; tonkatsu (Japanese deep-fried tenderized pork loin, tenderloin and shoulder cutlets); chicken katsu; and kimbap (Korean-style fish and vegetable hand rolls wrapped with seaweed). Open Tues.-Sun. // 209 Diamond Ave. SE. kcmgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ LITTLE AFRICA ETHIOPIAN CUISINE Hearty vegetable stews; sauces and fixings served on Ethiopian flat bread. No alcohol. Cash or checks only. Closed Sun and Mon. // 956 E Fulton St, 222-1169. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ MARU SUSHI & GRILL Large menu of Japanese cuisine with a twist, from sushi to hibachi grilled items. Vegetarian options. Full bar. Open daily. // 927 Cherry St SE, 458-1900. marurestaurant.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ MATCHBOX DINER & DRINKS Breakfast all day, deli sandwiches, burgers, appetizers and seasonal entrées. Also, milkshakes and malts. Carry-out available. Open daily. // 1345 Lake Dr SE, 774-8641. matchboxdiner.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$ QUARANTINO’S Detroit-style pizza restaurant offering unique pizza options finished with Satori Wisconsin Parmesan. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. No alcohol. Closed Sun and Mon. // 1444 Lake Drive SE, 734-6833. quarantinosgr.com. Dinner $$ THE PUB AT PADDOCK “Happy hour all the time” with elevated pub fare. Full bar. Closed Mondays. // 1033 Lake Dr SE, 356-2627. thegilmorecollection.com/pubatpaddock. Dinner $-$$

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TERRA Eastown eatery features food from local, ethically raised and sustainable sourcing. Specialty cocktails, Michigan craft beers, wines from small wineries. Open daily. // 1429 Lake Dr SE, 301-0998. terragr.com. Brunch (SatSun), Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $$-$$$ WEALTHY STREET BAKERY Breakfast pastries; sandwiches, salads and soup; pizza available after 4 pm. Beer and wine. Kids menu. Closed Sun. // 610 Wealthy St SE, 301-2950. wealthystreetbakery.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ WIKIWIKI POKE SHOP Fast-casual seafood restaurant featuring customizable poke bowls, plus oyster bar and rotating specials. Carry-out available. Closed Sun. // 1146 Wealthy St SE, 288-5646. wikiwikipokeshop.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE WINCHESTER Locally sourced menu includes sharable plates in century-old space. Craft brews on draft. Full bar. Open daily. // 648 Wealthy St SE, 451-4969. winchestergr. com. Breakfast (Sat-Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$ YESTERDOG Specializes in the “good old-fashioned hot dog.” Cash or check only. Catering available. Open daily. // 1505 Wealthy St SE, 336-0746. yesterdog.com. Lunch, Dinner $ ZIVIO Modern European tavern and grill serving Bosnian cuisine melded with Turkish, Greek and other Central European countries' cooking traditions. Salads, wraps, gyros, dinner entrées. Full bar. Open daily. Catering available. // 724 Wealthy St SE, 608-3534. ziviogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$$

East Grand Rapids BIG BOB’S PIZZA Neighborhood pizza parlor in EGR’s Gaslight Village also offers appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, subs. Full bar. Open daily. // 661 Croswell Ave SE, 2330123. bigbobspizza.com. Lunch (Tue-Sun), Dinner $-$$ BOWDIE’S CHOPHOUSE An upscale steakhouse “perfect for date nights, business dinners and late-night cocktails.” The restaurant serves various items: starters; soups and salads; shareables; and entrées, including chicken, salmon and steak. Full bar. Open daily. // 2237 Wealthy St. SE, 805-5044. bowdieschophouse.com. Dinner $$$ CAROLINA LOWCOUNTRY KITCHEN Coastal South Carolina-inspired fare, including seafood, chicken, pork, beef and greens. Full bar. Open daily. // 2213 Wealthy St SE, 805-5231. carolinalck.com. Dinner $$

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JOSÉ BABUSHKA’S Starters, salads, burritos, chimichangas, flaming fajitas, tacos and special plates. Full bar. Open daily. // 2232 Wealthy St SE, 272-4472. josebabushkas.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ OLIVE’S Seasonally inspired menu of creative fare and comfort foods featuring local produce and meats. Full bar. Alfresco balcony. Closed Sun. // 2162 Wealthy St SE, 451-8611. eatatolives.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ ROSE’S Dockside dining on Reeds Lake with varied menu, including pastas and wood-fired pizzas. Three-season porch. Serves beer and wine. Open daily. // 550 Lakeside Dr SE, 458-1122. thegilmorecollection.com/ roses. Lunch, Dinner $$

Northeast GR 7 MONKS TAPHOUSE Beer bar with more than 50 taps and gastropub food, including pretzel bites, burgers, salads. Open daily. // 740 Michigan St NE, 265-5417. 7monkstap.com/ grand-rapids. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ BIRCH LODGE Menu includes wet burritos, sandwiches, burgers, gyros, fish baskets. Daily specials. Full bar. Open daily. // 732 Michigan St NE, 458-1918. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ BLUE WATER GRILL Entrées include steaks and fish, wood-fired pizzas. Nice wine selection. Lakeside views, outdoor patio. Beer, wine and cocktails. Open daily. // 5180 Northland Dr NE, 363-5900. thegilmorecollection.com/bluewater. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ BUD & STANLEY’S Extensive menu includes Mexican specialties, pasta, burgers and more. Daily specials. Takeout available. Serves alcohol. Open daily. // 1701 Four Mile Rd NE, 361-9782. budandstanleys.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ CAFÉ MAMO An American restaurant inspired by grandma's garden. Classic Midwestern dishes paired with tasty wine in a warm, comfortable setting. Open daily. // 1601 Plainfield Ave. NE, 350-3430. mamohsp.com. Brunch (Sat-Sun) Dinner (Mon-Sat) $-$$ CHARLIE’S BAR & GRILLE Well-rounded menu features dinners from ribs, steaks and seafood to kielbasa and kraut. Also, Mexican fare and sandwiches. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 3519 Plainfield Ave NE, 364-0567. charliesbarandgrille. com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

CHEER’S GOOD TIME SALOON Menu offers something for everyone in a log-cabin environment. Takeout available. Full bar. Open

daily. // 3994 Plainfield Ave NE, 363-1188. cheersgrandrapids.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ CRESTON BREWERY More than a dozen house-brewed beers on tap at all times; plus, seasonal menu, featuring chicken, pork and beef entrées; tacos, burritos and quesadillas; soups and salads. // 1504 Plainfield Ave NE, 805-4523. crestonbrewery.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ DETROIT WING CO. Serves classic wings, boneless wings and chicken tenders with 19 house-made sauces. Its menu also includes mac n’ cheese, poutine, coleslaw, cornbread muffins and cheesecake. Detroit Wing Co. was founded in Detroit. Open daily. // 2004 East Beltline Ave. NE, 214-8331. detroitwingco.com. Lunch, Dinner $ FLO’S PIZZERIA RISTORANTE & SPORTS BAR Pizzas, sandwiches, salads, Italian and Mexican entrées, full bar. Big screen TVs; takeout available. Open daily. // 1259 Post Dr NE, Belmont, 785-1001. flossportsbar.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FRED’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Longtime favorite offers Italian fare, including fresh pasta and gourmet pizza. Full-service bar. Closed Sun. // 3619 Plainfield Ave NE, 361-8994. fredsitalian. net. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FUJI YAMA ASIAN BISTRO Hibachi grill tables or eat in dining room with Chinese, Japanese and Thai selections. Full bar. Open daily. // 1501 East Beltline Ave NE, 719-1859. fujiyamabistro. com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ GAIA HOUSE CAFÉ A neighborhood vegetarian café offering items like the Mean Green Burrito and Gaia cookies, as well as freshpressed juices and specialty coffees. Open Wed-Sun for take-out only. // 1553 Plainfield Ave. NE . Visit on Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch. $ GOLDEN WOK Chinese cuisine with some Hunan-spiced dishes. Sunday specials. Full bar. Open daily. // 1971 East Beltline Ave NE (Knapp’s Corner), 363-8880. goldenwokgrandrapids.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ GRAVITY TAPHOUSE GRILLE Menu items pair with craft beer suggestions. 64 craft beers on tap. Open daily. // 3210 Deposit Dr NE (East Beltline at I-96), 719-4944. gravitytaphouse.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ GRAYDON’S CROSSING Global pub serves traditional English pub food and world-inspired dishes. Full bar with large selection of microbrews and imported beers. Open daily. // 1223 Plainfield Ave NE, 726-8260. graydonscrossing.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ JAKU SUSHI Japanese and Korean fare, including a large selection of

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sushi; plus, bento, bibimbap, hibachi, katsu, udon and more. Open daily. // 2289 East Beltline Ave NE, 6490407. jakusushi.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ KITCHEN 67 Large menu uses Michigan ingredients and includes Brann’s sizzling steaks, sandwiches, salads, small plates, pasta and more. Full bar with craft beers. Open daily. // 1977 East Beltline Ave NE, 272-3778. kitchen67.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ LA HUASTECA Authentic Mexican restaurant offering burritos, tacos, enchiladas, flautas and more. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 1811 Plainfield Ave NE, 447-7733. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ LAI THAI KITCHEN Vietnamese, Thai and Japanese fare. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 1621 Leonard St NE, 456-5730. laithaikitchen.net. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ LICARI’S SICILIAN PIZZA KITCHEN Specialties include thick-crust Sicilian pizza and stuffed pizza with a crispy crust. Also pasta, entrées, calzones and desserts. Full bar. Open daily. // 2869 Knapp St NE, 608-6912. licarispizzakitchen.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ LUCY’S CAFÉ Family café offers breakfast, lunch and baked goods. Crepes, omelets, deli sandwiches and build-your-own breakfast plates. Open daily. // 1747 Plainfield Ave NE, 591-3149. lucyscafegr.com. Breakfast, Lunch $$-$$$ MAI’S THAI Thai fare for counter service only. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 820 Michigan St NE, 451-3441. maisthaigr. com. (Mon-Fri), Lunch, Dinner $ MILL CREEK TAVERN Comstock Park eatery offers appetizers, soups, sandwiches, full dinner options. Full bar with separate dining room. Closed Sun. // 3874 West River Dr NE, Comstock Park, 784-3806. millcreektaverngr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ NICK FINK’S Mexican fare and burgers in historic tavern. Draft beer, wine, sangria and cocktails. Closed Sun and Mon. // 3965 West River Dr NE, 784-9886. thegilmorecollection.com/nickfinks. Dinner $$ POKE TOKI Build-your-own bowls featuring a fusion of Hawaiian, Japanese and Korean cuisine. Catering available. Closed Sun. // 5150 Northland Dr NE, 729-4414. poketoki.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ PALIO Ann Arbor-based eatery with an expansive menu of Italian fare. Full bar and happy hour. Open daily. // 545 Michigan St NE, 719-0660. paliograndrapids.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$

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REDS AT THOUSAND OAKS Large menu features sandwiches, salads, artisan pizza and entrées. Extensive wine list, craft beers, full bar. Patio with fire pits and covered deck. Open daily. // 4100 Thousand Oaks Dr NE, 447-7750. eatatreds. com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ REZERVOIR LOUNGE Full menu of appetizers, pizzas, sandwiches and entrées, some with Cajun flavor. Serves alcohol. Open daily. // 1418 Plainfield Ave NE, 451-0010. rezlounge. com. Lunch (Tue-Sun), Dinner $-$$ RIO GRAND STEAK HOUSE & SALOON Texas-style barbecue ribs, steaks and more. Full bar. Open daily. // 5501 Northland Dr NE, 364-6266. riograndsteakhouse.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ RIVER NORTH PUBLIC HOUSE A “family-friendly” pub serving a variety of shareables, burgers and sandwiches. You’ll also find entrées, including Knapp Mac & Cheese and grilled sirloin tip steak. Full bar. Open daily. // 2115 Plainfield Ave NE, 288-7888. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$$ THE SCORE Restaurant and sports bar with large menu, more than 100 beers on tap. Open daily. // 5301 Northland Dr NE, 3010600. thescore-restaurant.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ SHESHCO GRILL Mediterranean cuisine, including surf, turf and vegetarian options. No alcohol. Open daily. // 2121 Celebration Dr NE (Knapp’s Corner), 364-0600. sheshcogrill.net. Lunch, Dinner $$ THAI CHEF Knapp’s Corner restaurant has large menu, including duck, seafood and vegetarian options. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 1971 East Beltline Ave NE, 570-0032. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$ VANDER MILL Seasonal menu with locally sourced ingredients. Starters, salads, entrées and large plates served family style. Hard ciders on tap. Open daily. // 505 Ball Ave NE, 259-8828. vandermill.com. Lunch, Dinner (MonSat) $$-$$$

Northwest GR AMORE TRATTORIA ITALIANA Regional Italian dishes using local products and Italian imports. Italian wines and liqueurs. House-made desserts. Banquet facility. Closed Mon. // 5080 Alpine Ave NW, 785-5344. amoretrattoriaitaliana.com. Dinner (Tue-Sat) $$ CHINA CHEF Family-style restaurant with Szechuan-style entrées and Hunan choices. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4335 Lake Michigan Dr NW, 791-4488. chinachef49534.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

CHINA CITY Chinese cuisine; lunch prices all day. No alcohol. Open daily. // 1140 Monroe Ave NW, 451-3688. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ DEHOP’S BREWING CO. AND CAFÉ Specialty and build-your-own burgers, “authentic Mexican” tacos, salads and sharable appetizers. Closed Sun-Mon. // 363 Cummings Ave NW, Walker, 805-3363. dehops.com. Dinner $$ EMPIRE CHINESE BUFFET II All-you-can-eat buffet. Seafood buffet Sat-Sun. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4255 Alpine Ave NW, 7858880. empirechinesebuffet2.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FRANCO’S PIZZA Italian entrées, stromboli, pizza and subs. Takeout available. No alcohol. Open daily. // 2103 Alpine Ave NW, 361-7307. Dinner $-$$ FRICANO’S PIZZA RESTAURANT Famous for its thin-crust pizza. Pasta dinners with sauce that made its way to the retail market. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 5808 Alpine Ave NW, 785-5800. fricanospizza.com. Dinner $-$$ HIBACHI GRILL & SUPREME BUFFET Pan-Asian cuisine, including Chinese, Japanese, Mongolian and American. No alcohol. Open daily. // 785 Center Dr NW (Green Orchard Shopping Center), 785-8200. hibachigrillsupremebuffet.letseat.at. Lunch, Dinner $$ HOME TEAM GRILL Sports-themed eatery with a selection of local, domestic and international beers. Open daily. // 4322 Remembrance Rd, 551-3457. hometeamgrill. wordpress.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ HUMMUS & FALAFEL MIDDLE EASTERN GRILLE Located near the Allendale campus of Grand Valley State University, eatery serves “healthy and tasty” Mediterranean food, including hummus and falafel starters; salads; lentil soup; sandwiches, entrées and more. Closed Sun. // 10897 48th Ave., Suite B100, Allendale. hummusandfalafel.org. Lunch, Dinner $ HUNAN CHINESE RESTAURANT Full menu of Chinese options. No alcohol. Open daily. // 1263 Leonard St NE, 458-0977. hunangrc.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE LANDING Casual atmosphere with views of the Grand River. AllAmerican favorites and monthly specials. Full bar. Open daily. // 270 Ann St NW (Riverfront Hotel at U.S. 131), 363-9001. riverfronthotelgr.com/dining/the-landingrestaurant. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$ MR. GYROS Family-owned restaurant offers Mediterranean specialties. Drive-thru, takeout, delivery and catering

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CELEBRATING 10 YEARS !

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available. Closed Sun. // 2260 Alpine Ave NW, 7916660. mrgyrosdrivethru.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PERRIN BREWING CO. Comstock Park craft brewery/taproom menu includes tacos, salads, burgers, panini and more. Kids menu available. Open daily. // 5910 Comstock Park Dr, 5511957. perrinbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $ STAN DIEGO BAJA TACO KITCHEN Baja California-inspired menu, featuring a-la-carte taco menu, chorizos, tamales, handcrafted margaritas and kids menu. Full bar. Open daily. // 355 Wilson Ave NW, 591-9806. standiegogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ SWAN INN RESTAURANT Home-cooked meals, huge breakfasts. Cygnet Lounge offers cocktails and nibbles. Open daily. // 5182 Alpine Ave NW, 784-1245. swaninnmotel.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THREE HAPPINESS RESTAURANT Cantonese, Mandarin and Szechuan fare. Daily specials. No alcohol. Open daily. // Green Ridge Square, 3330 Alpine Ave NW, 785-3888. threehappinessgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ WALKER ROADHOUSE Diverse menu with interesting twists on classic fare. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 3272 Remembrance Rd NW, 791-9922. thewalkerroadhouse.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $$

Southeast GR 7 MARES Authentic Mexican dishes including breakfast. No alcohol. Closed Mon. // 1403 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 301-8555. Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ AL-BOS EUROCAFE-BAKERY Authentic southeastern European cuisine. Menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta, entrées and kids options. Daily specials. Open daily. // 2930 Shaffer Ave SE, 325-2800. al-bos.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ ASIAN PALACE Chinese and Vietnamese fare with extensive menus for each. No alcohol. Closed Mon. // 141 28th St SE, 5347770. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ BELTLINE BAR Americanized Tex-Mex menu, including wet burritos. Full bar. Curbside service. Open daily. // 16 28th St SE, 245-0494. beltlinebar.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ BRASS RING BREWING Small-batch, style-specific brewery in the Alger Heights neighborhood. // 2404 Eastern Ave SE, 460-1587. brassringbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ BROAD LEAF LOCAL BEER Pub fare including snacks, meat and veggies on a stick and

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entrées like drunken noodles, burgers, tempeh and more. Open daily. Brunch on Sun. // 2885 Lake Eastbrook Blvd. SE, 803-0602. broadleafbeer.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ CABANA TRES AMIGOS Authentic Mexican fare including vegetarian selections. Full bar. Takeout available. Open daily. // 1409 60th St SE, 281-6891. cabanatresamigos.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ CAFÉ DE MIRO A café offering Kurdish, Armenian and Greek foods. The menu consists of traditional Mediterranean breakfast and side dishes, such as skillets, scrambles and acai bowls; pastries; toasts; soups; sandwiches; salads; Turkish coffee; tea; desserts; and more. No alcohol. // Breton Village Shopping Plaza, 1878 Breton Rd SE, (616) 719-1462. Facebook. Open daily. Breakfast, Lunch $ CANTINA MEXICAN GRILL Menu offers extensive Mexican specialties. Full bar. Drive-thru window. Outdoor patio. Open daily. // 2770 East Paris Ave SE, 949-9120. cantinamexicangrill.biz. Lunch (Sun-Thu), Dinner $$ DADDY PETE’S BBQ Slow-smoked ribs, pulled pork, brisket and other meats. No alcohol. Catering available. Closed Sun and Mon. // 2921 Eastern Ave SE, 81 8-5522. daddypetesbbq.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ EAST GARDEN BUFFET Cantonese, Hunan, Szechuan cuisine. Daily buffet. No alcohol. Open daily. // 6038 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 6988933. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ EL ARRIERO MEXICAN GRILL Extensive menu offers specialty dishes, à la carte selections. Mexican and domestic beers, margaritas. Open daily. // 2948 28th St SE, 977-2674. elarrieromexicangrill.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ EL GLOBO RESTAURANT Authentic Mexican fare; weekly specials. No alcohol. Closed Mon. // 2019 S Division Ave, 734-6869. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FIREROCK GRILLE Guests can cook signature dishes on 500-degree lava stone. Offers soups, salads, sandwiches and entrées. Full bar. Brunch on Sundays. Open daily. // 7177 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 656-9898. firerockgrille.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ FLORENTINE PIZZERIA RISTORANTE & SPORTS LOUNGE Italian fare with American and Mexican choices and thin-crust pizzas. Full bar. Open daily. // Towne & Country Shopping Center, 4261 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 455-2230. florentinespizza.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ GANDERS Features American cuisine with a twist and Michigan products, including craft brews. Open daily. // 4747 28th St SE (inside DoubleTree Hotel), 957-1111.

Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ GOLDEN GATE Chinese fare with all-inclusive lunch combination plates, some hot and spicy choices. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4023 S Division Ave, 534-7087. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ GURSHA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT Authentic Ethiopian dishes, traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Buffet lunch and dinner on Sat. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4301 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 350-0009. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$ HALL STREET BAKERY Breakfast pastries; sandwiches, salads and soup served for lunch and dinner. Beer and wine. Kids menu. Closed Sun. // 1200 Hall St SE, 214-7604. hallstreetbakery. com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ INDIA TOWN Indian fare including vegetarian and vegan. Lunch buffet Mon-Sat. No alcohol. Open daily. // 3760 S Division Ave, 243-1219. indiatowngrr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ LA TAQUERIA SAN JOSE Authentic Mexican fare in a casual, takeout setting. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 1338 S Division Ave, 2842297. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$ LAST CHANCE TAVERN AND GRILL Appetizers, soups, burgers and sandwiches and a huge selection of Michigan craft beers. Open daily. // 1132 Burton St SE, 719-4270. thelastchancetavern.com. Lunch, Dinner $ LE KABOB Soups, salads, sandwiches, large choice of entrées and combos. Kids menu. Carry-out available. No alcohol. Open daily. // 3122 28th St SE, 272-4135. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MI TIERRA Traditional Mexican, eat in or drive-thru. No alcohol. Open daily. // 2300 S Division Ave, 245-7533. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $ MIKADO SUSHI Sushi and sashimi à la carte. Dinners offer full range of Japanese cuisine. Lunch specials. Serves alcohol. Closed Sun. // 3971 28th St SE, 285-7666. mikadogr.com/main. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $-$$ NU-THAI BISTRO Appetizers, soups, Thai salads, fried rice, seafood, duck, curries. No alcohol. Open daily. // 2055 28th St SE, 4520065. nuthaibistro.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE OLD GOAT Creative cuisine from Electric Cheetah owner Cory DeMint includes appetizers, entrées, sandwiches and salads. Kids menu. Full bar. Open daily. // 2434 Eastern Ave SE, 288-6976. baaaaaaaa.com. Breakfast (Mon-Fri), Lunch, Dinner $-$$

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PAL’S INDIAN CUISINE Authentic Indian food, including lunch buffet 11-3. No alcohol. Open daily. // 2915 28th St SE, 957-2271. palsindiancuisine.com. Lunch, Dinner $ PHO ANH TRANG Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai cuisine. Daily specials. Catering. Open daily. No alcohol. // 3633 Eastern Ave SE, 246-9966. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PHO SOC TRANG Wide selection of Vietnamese offerings. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4242 S Division Ave, 531-0755. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PIETRO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT Regional and contemporary Italian cuisine. Tuscan wines, desserts and cappuccinos. Kids menu. Takeout available. Open daily. // 2780 Birchcrest Dr SE, 452-3228. pietrosgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ SHANGHAI ICHIBAN Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Food prepared tableside by hibachi chefs in Japanese area. Serves alcohol. Open daily. // 3005 Broadmoor Ave SE, 942-5120. shanghaiichiban.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ STEAK & SPICE BY CURRY KITCHEN Authentic Indian cuisine. Daily lunch buffet. Open daily. No alcohol. // Located inside the Plaza Hotel Grand Rapids at 5700 28th Street SE. 957-1775. currykitchengr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ SUSHI KUNI Japanese and Korean cuisine, Asian fusion fare. Traditional Japanese tatami room for groups. Serves alcohol. Closed Mon. // 2901 Breton Rd SE, 2414141. sushikuni.net. Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ TAQUERÍA EL RINCÓN MEXICANO Wide variety of Mexican breakfast, small plates, dinner dishes and soups, including several vegetarian options. No alcohol. Closed Mon. // 2055 28th St, 246-7000. Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ THAI EXPRESS Thai specialties, spiced to customer specification. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // Towne & Country Shopping Center, 4317 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 827-9955. thaiexpressgr.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $ THAI FUSION Thai cuisine and fusion specials with good selection of starters and salads. Kids menu. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 3097 Broadmoor Ave SE, 301-8883. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ TOKYO GRILL & SUSHI Tatami rooms, sushi bars. Hibachi, teriyaki, udon, tempura. Sake, Japanese and American beer and wine. Open daily. // 4478 Breton Rd SE, 455-3433. tokyogrillsushi.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ VILLAGE INN PIZZA & SPORTS GRILLE Longtime favorite for pizza, pasta, burgers, chicken,

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Mexican. Daily specials. Mon-Fri pizza lunch buffet. Full bar. Open daily. // 2215 44th St SE, 281-1444. vipizza.net. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ WEI WEI PALACE Chinese seafood restaurant features Cantonese cuisine, dim sum and barbecue. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4242 S Division Ave, 724-1818. weiweipalace.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ YUMMY WOK Cantonese, Hunan and Szechuan dishes. No alcohol. Open daily. // 4325 Breton Rd SE, 827-2068. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

Southwest GR 84TH STREET PUB & GRILLE American fare from pizzas to steaks. Full-service bar. Kids menu. Daily specials. Open daily. // 8282 Pfeiffer Farms Dr SW, 583-1650. 84thstpub.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ ALEBIRD TAPHOUSE AND BREWERY Community-focused brewery offering creative sandwiches along with a variety of burgers and entrées, including summer chicken and pea ravioli. Open daily, lunch on weekends. // 2619 84th St SW, 288-7888. alebird.com. Lunch, Dinner $$$ BLUE GINGER ASIAN KITCHEN Noodle-based Thai dishes, chicken, seafood, beef and pork entrées, curries. Vegetarian options. No alcohol. Open daily. // 5751 Byron Center Ave SW (Bayberry Market), 261-8186. bluegingerkitchen.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FAR-EAST CHINESE RESTAURANT Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean dishes. Carry-out and catering available. No alcohol. Open daily. // 3639 Clyde Park Ave SW, 531-7176. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FRANKIE V’S PIZZERIA & SPORTS BAR Appetizers, subs, stromboli, pizza, pasta, burgers and Mexican. Outdoor patio. Full bar. Open daily. // 1420 28th St SW, 532-8998. frankievs.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

LITTLE BANGKOK Extensive Thai standbys plus some unique items. Kids meals available. Serves beer and wine. Closed Sun. // 2359 Health Dr SW, Suite 140, 929-2306. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $-$$ MAIN STREET PUB Varied appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches and entrées. Full bar. Open daily. // 1730 28th St SW, 532-2510. mainstpub.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MI CASA RESTAURANTE Fresh, authentic Dominican appetizers, dishes and seafood, plus weekly specials, in Dominicanthemed, family-friendly atmosphere. No alcohol. Closed Mon-Tues. // 334 Burton St SW, 350-9123. micasagr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MONELLI’S ITALIAN GRILL & SPORTS BAR Southern Italian cuisine. Sports bar plus family-friendly dining room with fireplace. Open daily. // 5675 Byron Center Ave SW, 530-9700. monellis.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ NOBLE Breakfast favorites along with vegan and gluten-free options, handhelds, burgers and small bites. Open daily. // 1851 44th St SW, Wyoming, 530-8750. eatnoble.com. Breakfast, Lunch $$ PETE’S GRILL & TAVERN Casual bar and grill with tavern burgers, Detroit style pizza, sandwiches and entrees. Open daily. // 2588 84th St SW, Byron Center, 878-9582. petesgrillandtavern.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ WOODY’S PRESS BOX Complex includes two bars, patio and bowling. Sandwiches, pizza, Mexican and more. Full bar. Open daily. // 5656 Clyde Park Ave SW, 530-2400. spectrumlanes. com. Breakfast (Mon-Sat), Lunch, Dinner $$

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GOLDEN 28 Szechuan, Hunan, Mandarin, Vietnamese cuisine. No alcohol. Open daily. // 627 28th St SW, 531-2800. Lunch, Dinner $$

ARYANA RESTAURANT & BAR Comfortable dining room in Plaza Hotel Grand Rapids offers breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner selections from a seasonal menu and a full bar. Open daily. // 5700 28th St SE, 957-1775. hiaryana.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$

KITZINGEN BREWERY German-style appetizers and entrées, plus kids menu and some American classics. Selection of wine and locally made German craft beer. Closed Sun-Mon. // 1760 44th St SW, 805-5077. kitzingen-brewery.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

BIG BOILER BREWING Brewpub features a wide selection of original beer and cider. Plus, new American cuisine, including burgers, fish, sandwiches and kids menu. Open daily. // 318 E Main St, Lowell, 987-3155. bigboilerbrewing.com. Dinner $$

LINDO MEXICO RESTAURANTE MEXICANO Fresh food with “real Mexican flavor.” Kids menu. Serves alcohol. Open daily. // 1742 28th St SW, 2612280. lindomexicogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

CASCADE ROADHOUSE Relaxed atmosphere with a diverse menu of traditional fare. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 6817 Cascade Rd SE, 2597439. cascaderoadhousemi.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

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DISCOVERING MICHIGAN AND ALL IT HAS TO OFFER.

MICHIGAN IS KNOWN AS THE “MITTEN” state, and it offers a glove full of travel destinations sure to fit every interest and taste, whether you’re looking to explore, play, shop, eat, or simply relax. For the explorer in you, Michigan has plenty of history to appreciate, ranging from its Native American culture to the impact of the automobile, and from 18th century forts to living history museums. The state’s unique story is on full display at locations near and far, including Monroe’s River Raisin National Battlefield Park, Dearborn’s Henry Ford Museum, and the Upper Peninsula’s Quincy Mine. The Mackinac Straits area alone is home to three National Historic Sites: Fort Mackinac, Historic Mill Creek, and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. If you’re looking to play, Michigan has your game. The Gaylord Golf Mecca is the home of 20 golf facilities, including world-class resorts and championship courses designed by the game’s greatest golf architects. And you can’t

turn a corner in Michigan without running into a place to drop your boat for some water skiing or fishing. Things don’t slow down in the winter, either, with plenty of opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, and ice fishing. If shopping is your preference, Michigan offers a wide variety of options, from Cabela’s in Dundee to the outlet mall at Birch Run and antique stores on Main Street in every small town. There’s never an excuse to go hungry in Michigan, where you’ll find chicken in Frankenmuth, fudge in Mackinaw, a Coney dog in Detroit, and cherry pie in Traverse City, just to name a few. Is your idea of fun just getting away and letting the stress roll off your back? Spend the day on Torch Lake, take the ferry over to Drummond Island, or visit one of Michigan’s 103 state parks, which cover more than 300,000 beautiful acres of our magnificent state. But keep all this to yourself — we don’t want the word getting out. This is our paradise!

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CORK WINE & GRILLE Contemporary dining with indoor and outdoor seating. Seafood, steaks, burgers, fish, sandwiches, salads. Extensive wine list, specialty cocktails. Open daily. // 5500 Cascade Rd SE, 949-0570. corkwineandgrille. com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ EMONAE KOREAN BBQ Korean delicacies and tabletop grills allow patrons to grill meats and veggies to their liking. Soups, chicken, beef, pork, vegetarian, seafood. No alcohol. Delivery available. Closed Mon. // 6246 28th St SE, 6493984. emonaekoreanbbq.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ THE EURO BISTRO European bistro fare includes entrées, small plates, salads, wood-fired pizzas. Takeout available. Full bar. Closed Sun. // 6450 28th St SE, 719-2017. eurobistrogr.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $$-$$$ FLAT RIVER GRILL Casual atmosphere in turn-of-century building. Comfort food, wood-fired pizzas. Full bar plus The B.O.B.’s House of Brews beers. Alfresco dining on patio. Open daily. // 201 E Main St, Lowell, 897-8523. thegilmorecollection. com/flatriver. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ HAMBURGER MARY’S This LGBTQ-friendly burger franchise offers an open-air burger bar along with 40 beers on tap. Drag events such as karaoke, game night and trivia night, as well as drag shows, occur most days of the week. Outdoor patio seating. Full bar. Open daily with brunch hours on Sat and Sun. // 6240 28th St. SE, 551-2305. hamburgermarys.com. Dinner $$

JU SUSHI & LOUNGE Sushi and sashimi, Japanese hibachi, tempura, soups, salads and entrées in elegant surroundings. Full bar, huge sake selection. Takeout, catering and banquets. Open daily. // 1144 East Paris Ave SE, 575-5858. jusushi.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ LA LAGUNA Authentic Mexican dishes including shrimp, wraps, salads, kids menu. No alcohol. Open daily. // 6250 28th St SE, 805-8821. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ LITTLE BANGKOK Extensive Thai standbys, plus some unique items. Kids meals available. Serves beer and wine. Closed Sun. // 850 Forest Hill Ave SE, 808-3153. littlebangkokgr.com. Lunch (Mon-Fri), Dinner $-$$ MAIN STREET BBQ Wood fire used to smoke ribs, brisket, chicken, sausage and pork. Rubs and sauces are gluten-free. Also serves sandwiches, wings, salads and soups. Catering. Takeout/delivery at 1539 Plainfield Ave NE. Full bar. Open daily. // 210 E Main St, Lowell, 987-3352. bbqlowell.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MARCO NEW AMERICAN BISTRO French country casual offers small, medium and large plates for dinner fare; salads, sandwiches and mains for lunch. Full bar. Takeout menu. Closed Sun. // 884

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Forest Hill Ave SE, 942-9100. marcobistro.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ MYNT FUSION BISTRO Thai, Korean and Chinese. Renowned for its curries. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 800 W Main St, Lowell, 9879307. myntfusion.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ NOCO PROVISIONS Laid-back, regionally inspired comfort cuisine. Outdoor seating on the patio. Full bar. Open daily. // 4609 Cascade Rd SE, 747-0300. nocogr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ NONNA’S: THE TRATTORIA Fresh, European-style pastries, salads, soups and entrées made from scratch. Breakfast and lunch served seven days a week. Pizza available during lunch TuesSat. Brunch specials available Sat-Sun. // 584 Ada Dr SE, Ada, 920-7028. eatwithnonna.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Tue-Sat) $-$$ NOTO’S OLD WORLD ITALIAN DINING Elegant décor, extensive classic Italian menu. Special wine cellar dinners. Lounge menu features lighter fare. Closed Sun. // 6600 28th St SE, 493-6686. notosoldworld.com. Dinner $$-$$$ OSAKA STEAKHOUSE & JAPANESE RESTAURANT Asian fare, including sushi, hibachi, shabu-shabu and more. Full bar. Open daily. // 4977 28th St SE, 4194628. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $$ SAPPORO RAMEN & NOODLE BAR Fresh, traditional Japanese “soul food” with an innovative twist. GF options available. No alcohol. Takeout available. Closed Mon. // 5570 28th St SE, Cascade, 608-6657. sappororamenbar.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

SCHNITZ ADA GRILL Schnitz Deli by day, casual fine dining by night. Full bar, happy hour 3-6. Closed Sun. // 597 Ada Dr SE, Ada, 682-4660. schnitzadagrill.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ SHEPARDS GRILL & TAVERN Bar food with flair, from appetizers to sirloin. Open daily. // 6246 28th St SE, 350-9604. Facebook. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THORNAPPLE BREWING CO. Brewpub features a wide selection of original beer, cider, wine and spirits brewed in seven-barrel brewing system. Plus, artisan pizza, appetizers and dessert. Brunch on Sun. // 6262 28th St SE, 288-6907. thornapplebrewing.com. Lunch (Sat), Dinner $$ TRAILHEAD CAFÉ Family-owned and -operated café with specialty breakfast items, plus gourmet burgers, wraps, sandwiches, salads, soups and more. // 1200 East Paris Ave SE, 284-3664. trailheadcafegr.com. Breakfast, Lunch $ VINTAGE PRIME & SEAFOOD Intimate setting with upscale menu that includes prime

steaks and fresh seafood. International wine list. // 5500 Cascade Rd SE, 949-0570. vintageatcork.com. Dinner $$$ ZEYTIN Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. Full bar, beer and wine lists. Takeout. Open daily. // 7437 River St, Ada, 682-2222. zeytinturkishrestaurant.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

Grandville/Hudsonville Area BANGKOK TASTE Thai fare. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 674 Baldwin St, Jenison, 667-8901. bangkoktaste.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE DUNGEON Mexican food and American favorites. Specialty burgers. Full bar with Michigan craft beers. Kids menu. Open daily. // 3594 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, 5381360. villadungeon.com. Lunch (Fri-Sun), Dinner $-$$ EL BURRITO LOCO More than 70 Mexican selections, plus a few American options. Daily food and drink specials. Full bar. Open daily. // 4499 Ivanrest Ave SW, Grandville, 5309470. elburritoloco4.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ GRANDVILLA Steaks, all-you-can-eat fish, specialty burgers, daily specials, salad bar. Kids menu. Full bar. Open daily. // 3594 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, 538-1360. villadungeon.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ HUDSONVILLE GRILLE Varied menu includes Mexican favorites and breakfast. Full bar, catering and banquet services. Closed Sun. // 4676 32nd Ave, Hudsonville, 662-9670. hudsonvillegrille.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MICHIGAN MOONSHINE DISTILLERY A distillery with starters, sandwiches, salads and sides with a barbeque theme. Many of the items include Bobby Q sauce. Closed Sun. and Mon. // 4005 Chicago Dr SW in Grandville, 259-1000. michiganmoonshine.us. Dinner $$ OSGOOD BREWING CO. Craft brewery serves shareables, specialty pizzas, sandwiches, pasta and salads. Kids menu. Open daily. // 4051 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, 432-3881. osgoodbrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ PIKE 51 BREWING CO./ HUDSONVILLE WINERY Craft brewery and winery under one roof. Appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrées. Open daily. // 3768 Chicago Dr, Hudsonville, 662-4589. hudsonvillewinery.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ RAINBOW GRILL Breakfast, soup and sandwiches, daily lunch specials,

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chicken, fish and other dinner staples. No alcohol. Closed Sun. // 4225 32nd Ave, Hudsonville, 8960033; 4158 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, 534-8645. rainbowgrillmichigan.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $-$$ RUSH CREEK BISTRO Diverse menu in club-like surroundings. Weeknight and happy hour specials at full-service bar. Open daily. // Sunnybrook Country Club, 624 Port Sheldon Rd, Grandville, 457-1100. rushcreekbistro.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ SONDER EATERY Focused on fresh foods including greens, sandwiches and shareables. Items include deviled eggs, chicken and waffles, sloppy Joes and more. Full bar. Daily specials and weekend brunch. Closed Mondays. // 3380 Chicago Dr, Hudsonville, 616-202-6379. sondereatery.com. Breakfast, Lunch $$ WHITE FLAME BREWING CO. Small production brewery with taproom. Sandwiches, wraps, appetizers and a couple twists on the classic macaroni and cheese. Open daily. // 5234 36th Ave, Hudsonville, 209-5098. whiteflamebrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ THE WIN TAVERN A family-friendly restaurant offering fresh ingredients and cooked-to-order meals, including starters and

salads, burgers, sandwiches, and steak and onion meals. It also offers a Sunday breakfast from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. with a build-your-own hash bar and more. Full bar. Open daily. // 7628 Georgetown Center Dr, Jenison, 734-6724. thewintavern33.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $$

Rockford Area BOSTWICK LAKE INN Menu includes steaks, pork, fish, chicken, mac and cheese, pizzas, sandwiches, soups and salads. Large deck. Full bar. Open daily. // 8521 Belding Rd, 8747290. thegilmorecollection.com/bostwick. Lunch (Sat-Sun), Dinner $$-$$$

GRILL ONE ELEVEN American-with-a-twist menu, full-service bar and lounge. Open daily. // 111 Courtland St, 863-3111. grilloneeleven.com. Lunch, Dinner $$-$$$ HONEY CREEK INN Pub setting offers beyond pub fare and daily specials. Closed Sun. // 8025 Cannonsburg Rd NE, Cannonsburg, 874-7849. cannonsburgvillage.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ MARINADES PIZZA BISTRO Wood-fired pizzas, salads, pastas, sandwiches. Michigan craft beer. Catering. Open daily. // 109 Courtland St, 863-3300. marinadespizzabistro.com. Lunch, Dinner $

BOULDER CREEK RESTAURANT Golf Club restaurant has varied menu. Golf course views from inside or deck. Serves alcohol. See website for seasonal hours. // 5750 Brewer Ave NE, Belmont, 363-1330, ext 2. bouldercreekgolfclub.com/ restaurant. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

RAMONA’S TABLE Gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, burgers, small plates, homemade desserts. Farm-to-table specials. Michigan beers, wine. Kids menu. Open daily. // 17 Squires St Square NE, 951-7100. ramonastable.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

CEDAR SPRINGS BREWING CO. German-style brewery features American pub and traditional Bavarian menu. Open daily. // 95 N Main St, Cedar Springs, 696-2337. csbrew.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

ROCKFORD BREWING CO. Located alongside Rogue River. Menu features wings, salads, gyros, burgers, as well as gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options. Handcrafted brews on tap. Open daily. // 12 E Bridge St, 951-4677. rockfordbrewing.com. Brunch (Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$

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TIMBERS INN Appetizers to meat ’n’ potatoes fare in lodge-like surroundings. Full bar. Open daily. // 6555 Belding Rd NE, 874-5553. timbersinn.net. Lunch (Wed-Sun), Dinner $-$$ THIRD NATURE BREWING COMPANY Located near the White Pine Trail and the Rogue River, Third Nature Brewing is a rustic brewery and taproom offering “comfort foods” such as pizzas and hot sandwiches, as well as healthier options like power bowls and salads. Open daily. // 7733 Childsdale Ave. NE in Plainfield Township, 616-512-9314. thirdnaturebrewing.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

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ANNA’S HOUSE Breakfast, sandwiches, baked goods and exceptional desserts; dinner menu, too. No alcohol. Open daily. // 3766 Potomac Circle, Grandville; 3874 Plainfield Ave NE; 2409 East Beltline Ave SE, (866) 672-6627. annashouseus.com. Breakfast, Lunch $$ BAGEL BEANERY Bagel and coffee cafè offering healthy whole grain and sugary sweet bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Magnum coffee. No alcohol. Open daily. Catering available. // 455 Michigan St NE, 235-7500; 2845 Breton Rd SE, 245-4220; 5316 Clyde Park Ave SW, 2499500. bagelbeanery.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ BRANN’S STEAKHOUSE & SPORTS GRILLE Famous sizzler steaks, small plates, sandwiches, salads, gluten-free and vegetarian choices, bar munchies. Full bar. // 401 Leonard St NW, 454-9368; 3475 Fairlanes Ave SW, Grandville, 531-6210; 4157 S Division Ave, 534-5421; 5510 28th St SE, 285-7800. branns.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ ELECTRIC CHEETAH Eclectic menu with an emphasis on locally grown fare and creative combinations. Beer and wine available. Open daily. Cascade location closed on Sun. // 1015 Wealthy St SE, 451-4779; 6450 28th St. SE, 2655301. electriccheetah.com. Brunch (Sun), Lunch, Dinner $-$$ FIRST WOK Mandarin, Hunan, Szechuan cuisine. Full bar. Open daily. // 2207 44th St SE, 281-0681; 6740 Old 28th St SE, 575-9088; 3509 Alpine Ave NW, 784-1616. firstworkgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $$ GRAND CONEY Classic diner offering custom hot dogs, traditional breakfast items and comfort foods. No alcohol. Open daily. Downtown location open 24 hours. // 809 Michigan St NE, 776-5580; 5121 28th St, 9303596; 6101 Lake Michigan Dr, Allendale, 895-9999. thegrandconey.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ HERB & FIRE PIZZERIA Fast-casual atmosphere with Italian accent. Signature and create-your-own pizza options, flatbread sandwiches

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and salads. // 3180 44th St SW, Grandville, 7731443; 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Suite 250, 773-1895. herbandfirepizzeria.com. Lunch, Dinner $$

// Waters Building, 151 Ottawa Ave NW, 776-1616; 5755 28th St SE, Cascade, 956-5644. sundancegrill. com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Mon-Sat) $$

HOPCAT Crafted brews with some 50 beers on tap and 150 bottled. Full bar and creative fare, including sharables, signature fries, burgers, wraps and more. Open daily. // 25 Ionia Ave SW, 451-4677; 84 W. Eighth St in Holland, 965-9780; 2183 East Beltline Ave NE. hopcatgr.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

TACOS EL CAPORAL Mexican fare, with menudo Sat and Sun. No alcohol. Open daily. // 1260 Burton St SW, 246-6180; 1717 28th St SW, 261-2711. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $

MORNING BELLE This “garden-themed” brunch spot is part of Meritage Hospitality Group. Its menu features breakfast entrées; lighter options, such as salads and grain bowls; glazed doughnut waffles; specialty beverages, such as freshly squeezed orange juice and breakfast cocktails; and more. Limited bar. Open daily. // 1600 East Beltline Ave NE, 301-8171; 434 Bridge St NW, 855-6907. morningbellebrunch.com. Breakfast, Lunch $$ MR. BURGER Breakfast, burgers, chili dogs, sandwiches, homemade soups and desserts. // 2101 Lake Michigan Dr. NW, 453-6291; 950 44th St. SW, 538-0363; 1750 44th St. SE 455-8604; 5181 Northland Dr. NE, 363-3888; 2300 28th St. SW; 538-4439; 5835 Balsam Dr., Hudsonville, 662-5088. mrburger.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $

TACOS EL CUÑADO Fajitas, tacos, burritos and other Mexican fare. No alcohol. Locations are individually owned and operated. // 1342 Grandville Ave SW, 452-1266; 455 Burton St SW, 248-9099; 1024 Bridge St NW, 475-800. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ TAMALES MARY Tamale-centered Mexican restaurant featuring 18 types of tamales, plus other Mexican dishes and daily buffet specials. No alcohol. Open daily. // 1253 Burton St SW, 288-5007; 1551 Wealthy St. SE, 724-4269. tamalesmarygr.com. Lunch, Dinner $

UCCELLO’S RISTORANTE, PIZZERIA & SPORTS LOUNGE Italian specialties, including pizza, entrées, burgers, sandwiches. Full bar. Open daily. // 122 Monroe Center NW, 773-1687; 2630 East Beltline Ave SE, 954-2002; 3940 Rivertown Pkwy SW, Grandville, 249-9344; 4787 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Standale, 735-5520; 8256 Broadmoor Ave SE, Caledonia, 8911100; 19 N Main St, Rockford, 866-0666. uccellos. com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$ VITALE’S PIZZERIA Multiple locations serving pizza, pasta and more from family recipes. Full bar. // 6650 E Fulton St, 676-5401, vitalesada.com; 5779 Balsam Dr, Hudsonville, 662-2244, vitaleshudsonville.com; 834 Leonard St NE, 458-8368, theoriginalvitales.com; 3868 West River Dr NE, Comstock Park, 784-5011. vitalessportsbar.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$

THE OMELETTE SHOPPE Fourteen signature omelettes, selection of quiches and baked goods. No alcohol. Open daily. // 545 Michigan St NE, 726-5800; 1880 Breton Rd SE, 7267300. omeletteshoppe.com. Breakfast, Lunch $

MUDPENNY Coffee bar with all-day breakfast, sandwiches, burgers and salads. Catering available. Closed Sun. // 570 Grandville Ave SW, 259-5353; 496 Ada Dr SE, 2595353. mudpenny.com. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner $ PEPPINO’S PIZZERIA AND SPORTS GRILLE Italian/American menu. Full bar. Open daily. // 130 Ionia Ave SW, 456-8444; 1515 Eastport Dr SE, Kentwood, 554-8880. peppinospizza.com. Lunch, Dinner $-$$$ PITA HOUSE Sami’s gyros, Middle East specialties. No alcohol. Open daily. // 1510 Wealthy St SE, 454-1171; 3730 28th St SE, 940-3029. thepitahouse.net. Lunch, Dinner $ REAL FOOD CAFÉ Fresh, locally sourced traditional favorites, scrambles and made-from-scratch baked goods; plus, soups, sandwiches and salads for lunch. Cash only. Closed Mon. // 2419 Eastern Ave SE, 241-4080; 3514 Plainfield Ave NE, 3611808. Facebook. Breakfast, Lunch $ RED GERANIUM Breakfast and lunch favorites, omelettes, pancakes and burgers. No alcohol. Open daily. // 6670 Kalamazoo Ave SE, 656-9800; 5751 Byron Center Ave SW, 532-8888. redgeraniumcafe.com. Breakfast, Lunch $

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The 1896 class of graduating nurses from the United Benevolent Association Training School for Nurses, which later became the Blodgett Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Lulu L. Cudney (inset) in her Army nurse street uniform during World War I.

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Nursing history In the 1890s, it was the only ‘real job’ for young women. BY JULIE TABBERER, GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY

After graduating from nursing school in the 1890s, Lulu L. Cudney worked as a registered nurse in Grand Rapids for more than 60 years. In 1951, she compiled a history of nursing in the community, including stories and photographs about dozens of local women. Cudney saw incredible changes to medical care and the nursing profession over her career. In 1903, she traveled by train and horse and buggy to assist at a surgery in a farmhouse 10 miles outside of Holland. The surgery was performed in the living room, on a kitchen table. The room was cleaned thoroughly; “woodwork and walls cleaned of any dust, sheets on floor to cover carpet.” The surgery was a success,

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prolonging the life of the patient by several years. Cudney chose nursing because in the 1890s it was the only profession where “a young woman could earn her education and still give service.” Reflecting on her career, she was pleased to see nurses’ wages increased and hours reduced; but expressed concern about medical care becoming too much of a business. She stressed the importance of patient care and said, “There is nothing more rewarding in mind and spirit than the creative job of total nursing — it brings out the best in your character, for it is your attitudes toward people … that spell out the art of nursing. You have a real job.” NURSING COURTESY GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC LIBRARY

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