Local Doctor Leaving, Families Struggle

A Lansing pediatric specialist is shutting down practice by June’s end due to a non-compete clause, leaving over 400 families scrambling for critical care. For moms like Carrie Ramirez, who relies on her daughter Mia’s specialist, Dr. Erlandson — the only local doctor who understands Mia’s complex needs — this loss is devastating. With Mia too fatigued to travel, families are forced to drive hours for treatment, creating a painful transition as they lose vital, local expertise. Dr. Erlandson remains committed to her patients, but legal barriers block her ability to continue locally — leaving families to navigate a healthcare system that can’t easily replace her. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/239f7765f8a9ffc2