Battle Creek Medical Center Closure to Affect Local Healthcare

The Battle Creek Endoscopy and Surgery Center in Michigan is set to close by the end of the year due to the retirement of key physicians and an inability to fill their positions. This closure highlights a broader issue of a nationwide shortage of gastroenterologists, which is expected to worsen by 2025. The center's closure will impact local healthcare, increasing wait times for procedures like colonoscopies, as patients will need to seek services at hospitals. Both Bronson and Ascension hospitals are working to ensure a smooth transition for affected patients.