Jina Sawani

Communications Manager

Sawani serves as the communications manager at Michigan Medicine with responsibility for community benefits and environmental, social and governance, or ESG, priorities, as well as pharmacy and innovation, government relations and select integration work that crosses all units. Previously, she was a part of the public relations team for several years, where she handled media relations and written communication for various departments across the institution. Sawani is passionate about fostering a sense of unity and bridging gaps between cultures through the art of storytelling. Prior to joining U-M in 2017, she worked in public affairs and government communications in Washington, D.C., and Southeastern Michigan. Contact: [email protected].

Jina Sawani
Practice Greenhealth Award, 2026
News Release

University of Michigan Health recognized as a ‘top hospital’ for excellence in environmental sustainability

The health system’s dedication toward sustainable best practices receives highest recognition from Practice Greenhealth
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News Release

Kahn Pavilion receives highest energy and environmental design designation from U.S. Green Building Council

Michigan Medicine’s newest adult inpatient hospital is now the largest LEED version 4 platinum-certified healthcare building in the world.
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News Release

Chip Amoe, J.D., M.P.A., sustainability officer, named a Crain's Notable Leader in Sustainability for 2025

Chip Amoe, J.D., M.P.A., sustainability officer, named a Crain's Notable Leader in Sustainability for 2025
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Health Lab

Innovative AI tool enhances patient-centered care and clinician well being

Michigan Medicine's recent adoption of Dragon Ambient Experience, or DAX Copilot, is part of an ongoing initiative to leverage AI to improve patient experience and reduce administrative burden for providers.
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Health Lab

Powering sustainability in hospitals

A Michigan Medicine expert on sustainability explains why key environmental practices are essential for hospitals.
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Health Lab

One doctor’s American dream: to stop hate

Asian-American history is American history. William D. Chey shares his immigrant father’s legacy, his own experience and calls on youth to practice the values of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout their lives.
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News Release

University of Michigan Health named a ‘top hospital’ in the country for excellence in environmental sustainability

The organization’s steady focus on sustainable operations receives highest recognition from Practice Greenhealth, the nation’s leading organization in health care sustainability.
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Health Lab

When to use an at-home colorectal cancer screening test instead of a colonoscopy

What to know about an at-home colorectal cancer screening test versus a colonoscopy.
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Health Lab

Healthy good tidings: 20 ways to manage your diet this season

Staying healthy during the holidays can be a tall order, but arranging your plate and your plans with these tips can help.
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Health Lab

Is chocolate safe for people with IBS?

With Halloween and the holiday season right around the corner, people with IBS may want to reconsider choosing to eat chocolate.
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News Release

Washtenaw County’s three not-for-profit hospitals team up to address community needs

Washtenaw County’s Three Not-For-Profit Hospitals Team Up to Address Community Needs
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News Release

University of Michigan Health recognized for its leadership on environmental sustainability

University of Michigan Health's significant focus on sustainable operations receives recognition from the nation’s leading organization in sustainability in health care
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Health Lab

Comedy and medicine

An ophthalmologist and beloved comedian shares his thoughts on the field to aspiring clinicians.
Aerial view of U-M Health and surrounding in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
News Release

Tony Denton, J.D., M.H.A., senior vice president and chief environmental, social and governance officer, named a Crain's Notable Leader in Sustainability for 2024

Tony Denton, J.D., M.H.A., senior vice president and chief environmental, social and governance officer, named a Crain's Notable Leader in Sustainability for 2024
Go Blue and Beyond
News Release

The wait is over: graduating medical students find out what’s next at Match Day

The wait is over: graduating medical students find out what’s next at Match Day
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