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Your Trusted Partner for Healthcare Emergency Preparedness in Saginaw
Established in 2002, the Region 3 HCC serves as a critical hub for emergency healthcare preparedness across 14 Michigan counties. Our coalition unites 24 community hospitals, 64 long-term care facilities, 11 medical control authorities, and public health partners to ensure coordinated response to medical emergencies. With a structured leadership framework and annual training programs, we maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines while fostering interagency collaboration.Our geographic reach spans 9,000 square miles, serving a diverse population of 1.1 million residents through specialized trauma centers and emergency medical services. We operate under formal bylaws with monthly meetings of our Regional Coalition Planning Board and Advisory Committee, ensuring continuous improvement in disaster response capabilities.
Services
Emergency Preparedness
Mutual Aid Coordination
Medical Response Training
Disaster Planning
Public Health Partnerships
Trauma Center Network
Long-Term Care Coordination
Regional Epidemiology
Emergency Equipment Supply
Healthcare Coalition Management
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in regional healthcare emergency preparedness
- Our coalition includes 23 acute care hospitals and specialized trauma centers
- We maintain formal partnerships with 14 emergency management offices
- Our team conducts annual training and exercises for all coalition members
- We operate under established bylaws with transparent governance structures
Services
Emergency Preparedness
Our coalition develops comprehensive emergency preparedness programs that coordinate 24 hospitals, 64 long-term care facilities, and 11 medical control authorities. We implement all-hazards approaches to ensure readiness for transportation incidents, severe weather, and flooding. Our programs include annual training and exercises that incorporate MEMS and NIMS protocols for standardized response.
Mutual Aid Coordination
We facilitate resource support through mutual aid agreements among coalition members. Our system enables efficient sharing of emergency equipment, medical supplies, and personnel during regional crises. This includes coordinating ambulance services, life support agencies, and specialized trauma care resources across 14 Michigan counties.
Medical Response Training
We provide specialized training programs for healthcare providers and emergency responders. Our curriculum covers situational awareness, incident command systems, and patient surge capacity management. Training includes tabletop exercises and field simulations to prepare for real-world emergency scenarios.
Public Health Partnerships
Our coalition builds partnerships between hospitals, EMS agencies, and public health departments. We coordinate with tribal organizations, emergency management offices, and regional epidemiologists to create integrated response networks. These partnerships enhance communication and resource allocation during public health emergencies.
Trauma Center Network
We maintain a coordinated network of trauma centers including one Level 1 and three Level 2 trauma centers. Our system ensures rapid patient transport and specialized care for critical injuries. The network includes a burn unit and pediatric trauma capabilities to serve diverse emergency medical needs.
People
Dr. Richard Ross
Regional Medical Director
Dr. Richard Ross provides medical leadership for the coalition's emergency preparedness programs. With extensive experience in public health emergency response, he oversees medical coordination and protocol development across 14 Michigan counties.
Jennifer Stefaniak
Regional Coordinator
Jennifer Stefaniak manages coalition operations and coordinates training programs. She facilitates communication between healthcare providers and emergency management agencies to ensure effective regional response capabilities.
Angela Thornton
Regional Asst. Coordinator
Angela Thornton supports coalition activities and member coordination. She assists with implementing preparedness initiatives and maintaining the coalition's structured governance framework across Michigan's healthcare facilities.
Questions
What is the Region 3 Healthcare Coalition's primary mission?
We coordinate emergency healthcare preparedness across 14 Michigan counties through interagency collaboration between hospitals, EMS providers, and public health partners.
Which counties does the coalition serve?
Our coalition serves Alcona, Arenac, Bay, Genesee, Gladwin, Huron, Iosco, Lapeer, Midland, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Saginaw, Sanilac, and Tuscola counties.
What emergency resources are available through the coalition?
We coordinate access to 23 acute care hospitals, 67 life support agencies, specialized trauma centers, and emergency medical supply networks across the region.
How does the coalition prepare for medical emergencies?
We conduct annual training programs and exercises that incorporate MEMS and NIMS protocols to ensure standardized response capabilities among all coalition members.
Who leads the Region 3 Healthcare Coalition?
The coalition is led by Dr. Richard Ross as Regional Medical Director, with Jennifer Stefaniak and Angela Thornton providing operational coordination.
