Gun Violence in West Michigan: Targeting Prevention
Gun violence continues to rise, and a West Michigan research study of patient data builds interest in prevention. Addressing gun violence is a community healthcare issue. READ MORE
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Addressing African-American Men’s Health with Dr. Byron Varnado
The Urology Care Foundation recently interviewed my friend and colleague, Dr. Byron Varnado, for a podcast concerning African-American men’s health. Dr. Varnado is a family physician in Muskegon, Michigan, where he has been practicing for 22 years. We are lucky to have a... READ MORE
AUA Inside Tract Podcast – COVID-19 in Michigan
On the AUA Inside Tract Podcast, Dr. Stork talks with Casey Callahan about COVID-19 in Michigan – as coworkers and colleagues are testing positive for coronavirus. READ MORE
Remembering Carol Rickey – Watercolors Tell the Story
Everything Beautiful Begins with Love A couple of years ago, I had the opportunity to work with Carol Rickey on a children’s book. Already in her 80s, and still an amazingly talented artist, Carol illustrated a story I wrote with beautiful watercolors. The book, titled... READ MORE
Opioid deaths are nondiscriminating: Words of wisdom and comfort
Coping with the death of a loved one intensifies during the holidays. It is even more difficult for those losing loved ones prematurely due to the opioid crisis. West Michigan funeral director John Sytsema offers words of wisdom and comfort for families. READ MORE
Michigan State Medical Society and Opioid Crisis Tweet Chat
The purpose of the Michigan State Medical Society's #BeRxSafe tweet chat was to increase awareness regarding the health risks of the opioid crisis in Michigan, and provide information on safe ways to store, dispose, and limit the use of, medications. READ MORE
Step Up Flower Auction – Help Young People Blossom and Bloom
Step Up helps young people blossom and bloom. Here's your chance to Step Up. Save the date for Step Up's first annual fundraiser, the Flower Auction, September 15th! Support a nonprofit dedicated to helping young people transition out of foster care and into the real world.... READ MORE
We’re on tour with the Michigan Road Scholars!
Dr. Stork joins University of Michigan faculty onboard the Michigan Road Scholars tour bus to learn firsthand about issues concerning the State of Michigan. This educational tour exposes participants to the state’s economy, government and politics, culture, educational systems,... READ MORE
Collaboration is Sweet: MUSIC in West Michigan
Introducing MUSIC Recently, I was asked to make the opening remarks at the Michigan Urology Surgical Collaborative (MUSIC) quarterly meeting in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The purpose of the collaborative, for those who are not familiar, is to create a community wher... READ MORE
Step Up: Transitioning Women to Life After Foster Care
A Force Awakens Recently, I took my family to see the new Star Wars Movie, “The Force Awakens.” In the movie, we are introduced to a new character – a beautiful, scrappy young woman named Rey. Rey’s parents, however, are missing – they are nowhere to be found.... READ MORE
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