Vertical Integration There is a well-known strategy in business called Vertical Integration. In plain language, Vertical Integration is an intentional effort to structure a business, from start to finish, for maximal profit and efficiency. One of the fathers of Vertical Integration is Henry Ford. Over the course of his career, Henry Ford purchased and aligned| Dr Brian Stork
Part of a Larger Community During my time as a medical student at the University of Iowa, I had the opportunity to do several of my clinical rotations in small cities and towns. As a result, I had multiple opportunities to observe, first-hand, the positive impact physicians could have in their communities. Shortly after I| Dr Brian Stork
Empowering Youth Leaders The Michigan Youth Violence Prevention Center (MI-YVPC), is set to host its 2nd Annual Learning Exchange from May 1–4, 2025, in Muskegon, Michigan. This event, organized in partnership with the T.R.I.G.G.E.R Project, aims to bring together youth leaders from Washington, DC, and Muskegon. The goal is to foster collaboration and| Dr Brian Stork
Honoring Young Leaders On March 22, 2025, Muskegon Community College (MCC) hosted the inspiring “Women and Girls Worth Watching” event, co-sponsored by the Muskegon Heights Optimist Club. This event was designed to recognize and celebrate the impactful contributions of women and girls in Greater Muskegon, spanning sectors such as education, government, business/entrepreneurship, and […] The post Celebrating Young Leaders: Muskegon Violence Prevention Members Honored first appeared on...| Dr Brian Stork
In the News: SafERteens Trinity Health Muskegon recently announced the expansion of SafERteens - an evidence-based, youth violence prevention program - into three Muskegon-area Public School Districts. This expansion is made possible thanks to a $318,000 grant from the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program. https://www.youtube.com/live/BhvQnrXLKSs?si=Eqb2Ha7TuAC5rWVq&t=278 In a recently interview on 103.7 FM The| Dr Brian Stork
Marisol Escobar's "The Funeral" and the Soul Box project exemplify how art can be a powerful tool for healing from interpersonal and firearm-related violence.Art as a Medium for Healing In the United States, the pervasive impact of interpersonal and firearm-related violence has left deep scars on individuals, families, communities, and our nation as a whole. In its aftermath, we struggle to process the complex and wide range of emotions that arise. This emotional paralysis can hinder the heal...| Dr Brian Stork
The Rising Cost of Community Violence Community violence remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in Muskegon County and across the State of Michigan. Recently, I had the opportunity to share with the Rotary Club of Muskegon (click here to watch) specific examples of firearm-related injuries my colleagues and I have treated over the| Dr Brian Stork
Discover SafERteens by Dr. Brian Stork, empowering youth for teenage violence prevention and responsible gun ownership. Join us in shaping a safer future for teens.| Dr Brian Stork
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. The causes of gun violence are rooted in economic decline and racist policies like redlining that have contributed to unequal resources and opportunities. Muskegon is just one of many communities across the country that has faced challenges with youth gun| Dr Brian Stork
Youth Violence & Firearm-Related Injuries in Muskegon County, Michigan Youth violence and firearm-related injuries pose significant threats to the health and safety of children, families, and the broader community in Muskegon County, Michigan. However, a growing network of dedicated individuals and organizations is stepping up to create a safer future for our youth. One of […] The post Community Violence Prevention: A Conversation with Muskegon County Prosecutor DJ Hilson first appeared on ...| Dr Brian Stork
June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, and with the school year ending and Summer Break beginning, it’s the perfect time for physicians and Advance Practice Providers (APPs) to consider their role in educating patients and families about firearm safety. As clinicians, we routinely counsel our patients on ways to live safer and healthier lives. […] The post Clinicians and Safe Storage: Promoting Firearm Safety first appeared on Dr Brian Stork.| Dr Brian Stork
As a community urologist in Muskegon, Michigan, and throughout my twenty-year professional career, I've come face-to-face with local gun violence. Both in the operating room and in clinic, I’ve helped care for children, teenagers, and adult victims of gun violence. Over and over, I've witnessed the tragic effects this type of violence has on—not only| Dr Brian Stork
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.| Dr Brian Stork
