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Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Matthew Lederer, DO, to Cedarwoods Internal and Geriatric Medicine. 

Dr. Lederer enjoys family medicine because it allows him to get to know his patients and build long-term relationships, while using preventative medicine to combat chronic disease. He...

The Center begins the first of four phases, operating Sunday-Thursday, 8 am - 8 pm

The Grand Traverse Mental Health Crisis and Access Center (GTMHCAC) has now officially opened its doors to patients offering select services Sunday through Thursday, 8:00am to 8:00pm. 

Located on the Munson Medical...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics:

“The partnerships developed with patients is my favorite part of medicine. I am able to help people through some of the hardest times in their lives and...

Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meets at Presbyterian Church on January 8

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on the importance of follow up care after stroke at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8, at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Michael Sand, DO, to its Charlevoix Sleep Center.  

Dr. Sand feels rewarded when patients improve their ability to participate in the things they love through improved health and function. He enjoys talking about sleep medicine and encourages his patients to...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Matthew Schuch, DO, to Munson Orthopedic Institute. 

Dr. Schuch is a Michigan native and is happy to return to his home state after completing his Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas. He attended medical...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Caila Kippe, PA-C, MMS, to the Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute team in Gaylord. 

Caila attended Wake Forest University School of Medicine and is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 

Her experience as an...

Investing $33.6 million, providing a higher level of inpatient care and specialty services for the region

Munson Healthcare is proud to announce a significant expansion and renovation project at Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH), marking a pivotal step towards its designation as a regional hospital...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics:

“I am extremely dedicated to the field of neurology and wholeheartedly committed to enhancing the lives of my patients. I make it a priority to ensure that my patients leave my office...

Munson Healthcare has become aware of an online scam where bad actors are imitating Munson human resources’ leaders offering people false jobs and sending them fraudulent checks to purchase their own equipment. The Munson Healthcare team is committed to keeping our communities safe and healthy...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Ryan Miller, DO, to Infectious Disease Consultants. 

Dr. Miller completed medical school at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, an internship at Good Samaritan Hospital, residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System/South Pointe Hospital, and a...

Munson Healthcare Hospice Bereavement Services will be holding candlelight ceremonies to acknowledge those we’ve lost throughout the year during their annual Winter Solstice Gatherings. These events offer an opportunity to come together to light the way with hope and healing during the darkest time...

The public is invited to tour the new facility in advance of its January opening.  

Munson Healthcare (MHC) and the Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA) will host an open house for the new Grand Traverse Mental Health Crisis and Access Center (GTMHCAC) at 410 Brook St., Traverse...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Nate Rousse, NP, to the Grayling Cancer & Infusion Clinic. 

After serving as a medic in the U.S. Army, he was recruited by his mom, an oncology nurse, to join Dr. Schwert's practice in Traverse City.  He finds oncology care to be an incredibly meaningful and...

Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MyMichigan Medical Center in Alpena, and Covenant Children’s Hospital in Saginaw have recently announced their commitment to a quality collaborative designed to identify and address equity issues for pediatric patients and their families receiving care at...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2024. The hospital received the same top mark in the spring. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released November 15, 2024.

Manistee Hospital President Kelly Tomaszewski...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2024. The hospital received the same top mark in the spring. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released November 15, 2024.

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital President...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2024, marking the fifth straight time it’s received recognition at this level. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released November 15, 2024.

Cadillac Hospital President...

Breathe Easy – Catch It Early: A Lung Cancer Awareness Panel & Mini-Expo will take place from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Cowell Family Cancer Center, 217 S. Madison St., in Traverse City.

The event will spotlight lung cancer screening, prevention, and treatment – and will feature a 5x5 inflatable...

Munson Healthcare is thrilled to announce a generous $5.2 million philanthropic gift from the estate of longtime Traverse City resident, Patricia Heffron, that is supporting cancer patients, research, and helping fund investment in an ION Robot.

This gift represents the third largest in Munson’s...

In a heartwarming display of solidarity and compassion, employees at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital recently shaved their heads to raise funds for two colleagues battling cancer. The initiative, spearheaded by Karen Avery, aimed to provide both emotional and financial support to their...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features an open discussion for stroke survivors and their families at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 13, at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster Rd. in Traverse City. 

Melinda Hollands, L.M.S.W., with Munson Medical...

Certified application counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2024-2025.

The enrollment window began Nov. 1 and closes Jan. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered by...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Dallas Foley, NP, to the neurosurgery team. 

She enjoys learning new things every day in a field that is constantly evolving. 

Dallas earned her graduate degree from the University of Michigan and is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. ...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Taylor Schuch, DO, to Elmwood Primary Care. 

Dr. Schuch values building relationships with families and helping them with their health needs. She enjoys seeing patients of all ages and has special interests in pediatrics, obesity medicine, and women’s health. ...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is grateful to CAPE (Child Abuse Prevention and Education) Council for their generous donation of sleep sacks and Pack 'n Plays to our Labor and Delivery department. 

This year, CAPE donated 156 cotton and 84 fleece sleep sacks to Charlevoix Hospital, ensuring...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Michelle Chartier, DO, to the Little Traverse Primary Care team. 

As a family physician, Dr. Chartier takes pride in her role, taking care of people of all ages and providing holistic healthcare. She takes inspiration from her family physicians growing up, who...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Emily Nelson, FNP, to Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Clinic.  

After working in the emergency and primary care settings during her nursing career, Emily realized sleep concerns were a leading issue in many of her patients, inspiring her...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to invite tween and teen girls, accompanied by a female guardian or with signed permission, to attend Body Talk: Navigating Changes with Confidence, a special event designed to help girls understand their changing bodies and feel empowered during adolescence. The event...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kegan Rummel, DO, to Cadillac General Surgery.

Dr. Rummel is a Michigan native who grew up in Lake Leelanau and has spent his entire career in the mitten state. He is a board-certified general surgeon and went to Michigan State University College of...

Munson Healthcare OMH Family Practice is pleased to welcome Victoria Watters, MD, to the clinic. Dr. Watters has transitioned her practice to Gaylord two days a week and will be full-time in Gaylord effective January 2025. This transition will increase access to family medicine and pediatric...

Munson Healthcare Boyne Area Health Center is pleased to announce the addition of same-day x-ray services. Services are open to the public and available Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4 pm. 

Patients with an x-ray order from their healthcare provider are encouraged to call the clinic at 231...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Leeda Bashardost, MD, to the Neurocritical Care team. 

Dr. Bashardost is a highly dedicated board-certified neurologist with a specialization in neurocritical care. Her passion for neurology was ignited during her undergraduate studies in Neuroscience at the...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on Meals on Wheels program at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. The church is located at 701 Westminster Rd. 

Lisa Robitshek, Manager of Meals on Wheels at Northwest Michigan...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Caitlin Buren, NP, to Munson Healthcare Gynecologic Oncology. 

Through her work as a registered nurse, Caitlin became interested in women’s health. As a nurse practitioner, she chose her path in gynecology oncology because it allows her to help improve the...

Munson Cadillac Occupational Health and Medicine is excited to announce its new hours and is ready to offer comprehensive occupational health and medicine services to enhance workplace safety and well-being. We invite you to our open house on Tuesday, October 15 from 10:30 am to 2 pm. This is a...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Shawna Thomas, NP, to the clinical team at the Comprehensive Pain Management Program.

After working 14 years as a registered nurse, she decided to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner. She completed her graduate education at Grand Valley State University.  

S...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Diana Bischer, NP, to the gynecology oncology clinical team in Traverse City. 

Diana obtained her graduate education from the University of Michigan. She was drawn to oncology because cancer has impacted a lot of people close to her, and it is a dynamic field...

The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation’s Anchor and Heart Endowment has awarded a $110,325 grant to Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, supporting the Paul Oliver Living and Rehabilitation Center (POLAR).

As a long-term care community located within the hospital, POLAR aims to...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Devin Rohde, PA, to the Advanced Wound Center. 

She obtained her graduate degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. 

Connection to her community and...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Neil Shaw, NP, to the clinical team at Traverse Heart & Vascular. 

Prior to joining Traverse Heart & Vascular, Neil provided care to patients in the primary care setting. 

“I am passionate about providing exceptional care to the patients I see,” he says. Neil...

Munson Healthcare Boyne Area Health Center is pleased to welcome Catherine Wonski, MD to the family medicine team. 

After spending several years in a leadership role at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital, Dr. Wonski is excited to be offering primary care to her community in Boyne City. She...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Cory Messingschlager, MD, to the gynecology oncology team at Munson Healthcare. 

Dr. Cory Messingschlager is a fellowship-trained Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon (MIGS). He attended medical school at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome CJ Staley, PA-C to Traverse Heart & Vascular.

CJ chose to specialize in cardiology because the field requires him to take a multidisciplinary and unique approach to each patient’s care. He earned his graduate degree from Western Michigan University.  

“I strive...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Aeman Hana, DO, to Traverse Heart & Vascular. 

Dr. Hana chose cardiology because cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer of Americans. Although remarkable advances in medical care have been made to prevent cardiovascular disease, it unfortunately...

Charlevoix, Mich – Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is one of nine hospitals in Michigan, and 394 nationally, to receive a 5-star ranking for Physician Communication from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2024. 

With over 4,600 hospitals in the United States, this puts...

Manistee, Mich – Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital is one of nine hospitals in Michigan, and 394 nationally, to receive a 5-star ranking for Physician Communication from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2024. 

With over 4,600 hospitals in the United States, this puts...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Beau Johnson, PA-C, to the Neurosurgery clinical team. 

Beau chose neurosurgery because it allows him to problem solve and work with patients in a variety of settings from emergency through recovery. 

“I want all of my patients to know my passion toward stroke...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Anthony McClafferty, MD, to the team at Traverse Heart & Vascular. 

Dr. McClafferty chose to specialize in cardiology because of the significant impact cardiovascular disease has on patients’ quality of life. He attended Wayne State University School of...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Desiree Miller, FNP-BC, CWOCN, to the Advanced Wound Center. 

Desiree completed her graduate education at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences and is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. 

She chose to...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Joseph Frazee, DO, to the Neurology team. 

Dr. Frazee chose to specialize in neurology because he is deeply fascinated by the nervous system and advancements in neuroscience. He attended medical school at Lincoln Memorial University and completed residency and...

Back-to-school season for many is an exciting time for children to reconnect with friends, meet new ones, and experience opportunities for growth and learning.

Munson Healthcare says it’s also a time when germs spread and take advantage of young people in enclosed indoor settings and regain footholds...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Grace Breuer, MD, to the Elmwood Primary Care team. 

Dr. Breuer chose to pursue family medicine because she enjoys being able to treat patients throughout their lifetime, see whole families, and manage the entire spectrum of healthcare. She chose to also train...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Alex Weick, MD to Munson Healthcare Digestive Health. 

Dr. Weick is passionate about early and effective screening to prevent colon cancer and aiding patients with chronic gastrointestinal disorders. He attended medical school at Wayne State University School...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on vision therapy following a stroke at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. The church is located at 701 Westminster Rd.  

Dr. Mark Noss, Neuro Optometrist will be joined by...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Linda Gossett, MD, to Traverse Heart & Vascular in Gaylord and Traverse City.

Dr. Gossett attended medical school and completed her residency at the University of New Mexico Medical School of Medicine and a fellowship at University of Wisconsin Hospitals &...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital invites community members to attend a Community Open Forum on Thursday, September 5, at 6:15 PM at the Crawford County Commission on Aging. This event is designed to foster an open dialogue with the community and will feature a brief presentation on the Regional...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Paula Wabsis, NP, to Cadillac Occupational Health & Medicine.

Paula completed her graduate education at Purdue University Global and is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialling Center. During her nursing career, she has worked in both occupational...

The Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC) is recognizing Munson Healthcare, Cowell Family Cancer Center (CFCC) with the Innovator Award for pioneering achievements in improving access, quality, and value in cancer care delivery. 

Cowell Family Cancer Center will accept the award during the 2024...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Ruben Barroso, DO, to Munson Healthcare Manistee Family Care. 

Dr. Barroso enjoys practicing medicine because it requires him to continuously grow, learn, and adapt. He chose family care because he likes seeing patients of all ages and enjoys the broad nature...

Munson Medical Center (MMC) physicians, nurses, clinical staff, support staff and leaders celebrated completion of a two-month pilot program today with an official ribbon cutting for the emergency department’s new Quick Care Zone.

Since the beginning of the busy summer tourism season in mid-June...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kyle Ahnert, NP, to Milltown Primary Care Clinic. Kyle is a Grayling native, who is proud to return to the area to care for his community.

His favorite part of practicing medicine is connecting with his patients and ensuring that their concerns are recognized...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified physician David Simpson, DO, specializing in Neurology and Neuromuscular Medicine. 

A Michigan native, Dr. Simpson has a passion for helping his patients through neurological disease. He attended medical school at Kirksville College of...

Carl Schubert, MD, obstetrics and gynecology physician, is now seeing patients at the OMH Medical Group - Lewiston Clinic. Dr. Schubert will see patients at this location every other Monday, bringing his expertise closer to the Lewiston community.  

In addition to his new schedule in Lewiston, Dr...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Neil Klinger, MD, to Munson Neurosurgery. 

Dr. Klinger chose neurosurgery because of his fascination with the brain and the spinal cord and a desire to help make an impact on his patients’ lives. He attended medical school and completed a residency at Wayne...

Registration is now open for Thomas Judd Care Center’s Northern Lights Fun Run held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6. The event aims to raise awareness about the center’s vital services and role in HIV care and prevention.

The nighttime 5K fun run and walk course begins and finishes at Munson Medical...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Jamie Barnwell, DO, to Foster Family Primary Care.

Dr. Barnwell attended medical school at Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Munson Family Practice. She is excited to continue to serve the community that has become her home...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome E. Grant Carey, MD, to Munson Orthopedic Institute in Prudenville.

Dr. Carey is a dedicated orthopedic surgeon with a strong connection to Northern Michigan. Born in Petoskey and raised on the shores of Higgins Lake, Dr. Carey comes from a family that has...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Jacob MacLean, DO, to Munson Healthcare Cadillac Primary Care.

As an osteopath, Dr. MacLean practices holistic medicine, which includes exploring how health can be restored naturally before turning to medication, when possible. He attended medical school at...

Munson Healthcare's Board of Directors granted approval for the development of two new joint venture outpatient surgery centers in Cadillac and Gaylord. These centers are integral components of Munson Healthcare's Regional Care Transformation Plan, aimed at meeting the evolving needs of patients...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meeting for August will be a special event featuring an inspirational speaker from Spokes Fighting Strokes at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14, at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center in Traverse City. The Civic Center is located at 1213...

Four Munson Healthcare hospitals – out of just 14 in Michigan – received a 5-star ranking from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2024, placing them among the top 8 percent of hospitals in the nation for quality care.

Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Otsego Memorial...

Munson Healthcare Neurocritical Care is pleased to welcome Ramiro Castro-Apolo, MD to the team.   

Dr. Ramiro Castro-Apolo is a dedicated and passionate neurologist specializing in neurocritical care. Born in Ecuador, Dr. Castro-Apolo moved to the United States in 2015 and has since lived in various...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) announced that after 35 years of dedicated service as a surgeon and esteemed clinical and administrative leader, Walt Noble, M.D., FACS, Chief Medical Officer, will retire effectively August 1.

“Dr. Noble has left an indelible mark on the Munson Healthcare system, earning...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome board-certified physician Anne Pawlak, DO, DFACN, FAAN, specializing in Neurology.  

A Detroit native from the Polish west side, Dr. Pawlak is a distinguished neurologist with a deep passion for teaching and patient care. She attended medical school at...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association has recognized Munson Medical Center (MMC) with the Get With The Guidelines® Target: Stroke Honor Roll Advanced Therapy Award for the first time while awarding the Stroke Gold Plus Award and Honor Roll Elite for an 11th consecutive year.

Des...

Munson Medical Center (MMC) has moved up a spot to No. 6 on U.S. News and World Report’s rankings for Best Hospitals in Michigan.

Nearly 6,000 hospitals were evaluated in the publication’s 35th annual report – more than any other public hospital ranking – which bases the list on safety and...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (POMH) is giving thanks to Ted Greene for a recent $500,000 gift to ensure the hospital’s radiology services and equipment remain on the leading edge in the years to come. 

Family, along with Munson leaders and board members gathered for a ceremony last week (July 3) to...

Lauren Osbeck, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, a Nurse Practitioner with a passion for pediatric care, is returning to her roots in Harbor Springs to practice at Little Traverse Primary Care and Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Pediatrics. Having spent her early years in this picturesque northern Michigan town...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Trisha Tomkins, MD, to Charlevoix Women’s Health. 

Dr. Tomkins is a dedicated board-certified physician specializing in women’s health, with a strong focus on exercise, nutrition, and hormonal well-being. She attended medical school at Michigan State...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Presleigh Yovich, NP, to Munson Neurosurgery.

Presleigh was interested in the medical field after watching her older sister and brother-in-law pursue careers as nurses. While she originally had no intention of becoming a nurse, a conversation with her...

Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Indian River is pleased to welcome board-certified nurse practitioner Heather Bur.

A Michigan native, Heather was born and raised in Cheboygan. For over 15 years, she has dedicated her career to healthcare, working throughout Michigan and out of state. She...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) is proud to announce the acquisition of the SAVI SCOUT® Wire-Free Radar Localization System, a cutting-edge technology designed to improve the surgical experience and outcomes for breast cancer patients. 

The SAVI SCOUT® system uses non-radioactive...

In an effort to bring awareness to cancer prevention and celebrate survivors during National Cancer Survivors Month, Munson Healthcare and the Traverse City Pit Spitters are holding a “Spit on Cancer“ evening at the ballpark on Saturday, June 22. Game time is 7:05 pm at 333 Stadium Dr. in Traverse...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Chris Markules, PA-C to Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery in Traverse City. 

Chris completed his undergraduate degree at Grand Valley State University and his master’s degree at the University of Toledo. 

Chris is passionate about neurology and stroke care...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on the Smart 9-1-1 program at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. The church is located at 701 Westminster Rd. 

Central Dispatch will share information on the program including...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Susan Cogswell, PA, to Foster Family Primary Care. 

Susan pursued a career in medicine after shadowing a friend who was a physician's assistant. She has worked in Urgent Care and Emergency Departments before practicing in primary care. 

Susan is passionate...

Northern Michigan is recognized nationally as a summer tourist destination which means a bump in population of 42 percent or more and increased demand for healthcare services across the area Munson Healthcare serves.  

While more and more patients are seeking out virtual care options, many continue...

Prior to 2020, an endovascular stroke intervention, one in which a catheter is used to remove a clot from the brain, had never been performed in Northern Michigan. Fast forward four years later, Munson Medical Center (MMC) is home to the first and only certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in...

Munson Healthcare is proud to announce that it has been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems™. This recognition, reported by Fortune and PINC AI™, the technology and services brand of Premier, Inc, also places Munson Healthcare as the fourth ranked...

Bob and Pauline Young were honored by Munson leaders and staff this past weekend for a recent $1 million donation which has provided new cutting-edge technology to Munson Medical Center’s Cardiac Catheterization Lab.

The Youngs made their first donation to Munson Healthcare almost a half-century ago...

Earlier today, Munson Healthcare was among five hospitals from across the nation that were presented the American Hospital Association (AHA) Dick Davidson NOVA Award for hospital-led collaborative efforts to improve community health. 

“This year’s Dick Davidson NOVA Award winners have demonstrated...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital announced today that it has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2024. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today. 

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital President and CEO Kirsten Korth-White said the “A...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital announced today that it has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2024. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today. 

Manistee Hospital President Kelly Tomaszewski applauded the ongoing efforts and...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital announced today that it has received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2024, marking the fourth straight time it’s received recognition at this level. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Cadillac...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features an open discussion on ideas and suggestions for fellow survivors on their recovery journey at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City.  

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City.   ...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) announced this week it has made a commitment to donate $300,000 to Traverse Health Clinic over the next two years to support expansion of the Street Medicine Program in Traverse City. 

"This is an exciting day for Traverse Health Clinic and our partners,” said Casey Kandow...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Stephen Welsh, MD, to Munson Healthcare Cadillac Primary Care. 

Dr. Welsh graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners in Grand Rapids. He is board certified...

Munson Healthcare is thrilled to announce the upcoming Charlevoix Baby Expo, scheduled to take place on April 18 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Charlevoix Hospital Birthing Center, located on the lower level of 14700 Lake Shore Dr., in Charlevoix.

The Munson Healthcare Baby Expo offers a unique...

Munson Cadillac Hospital held an open house April 10 for members of the hospital’s Foundation Board and Community Healthcare Council to introduce them to the hospital’s most recent addition to their surgical services technology. The da Vinci XI® surgical robot was put into service in early February...

Gift of Life Michigan held its annual Gala on Thursday in Novi where more than 40 of our team members from Munson Medical Center traveled to accept the Hospital of the Year award.

Additionally, ICU Nurse Manager, Eric Jean was honored as the Donation Liaison Champion and John Stanifer, MD, and...

North Flight Aero Med, a joint operation between Corewell Health (formerly Spectrum Health) and Munson Healthcare, has added a Sikorsky S-76 C++ helicopter to its fleet.

The aircraft will be available to the media only on Tuesday, April 9, from 12:45 to 2:45 p.m. at the North Flight Aero Med...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on advance care planning and completing advance directives at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. 

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City. 

Stephanie Van...

Munson Healthcare is excited to announce the Charlevoix Walk-in Clinic will open on Monday, April 1, conveniently located at 14704 W. Upright Street, Building D in Charlevoix – just look for the Walk-in Clinic flags.

Open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, the Walk-in Clinic will be staffed by...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) is reminding residents and patients traveling from across the region to anticipate delays in Traverse City and plan accordingly as reconstruction of Grandview Parkway continues now through this fall.  

“This construction work is front and center for those living in Traverse...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals were recently named 2024 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Manistee Hospital were among seven other hospitals in Michigan to receive the recognition.

“The Healthcare Teams and providers...

Munson Healthcare is expanding access to care in Traverse City with two new clinics.  

On March 18, Munson Healthcare Elmwood Primary Care and Munson Healthcare Cedarwoods Internal and Geriatric Medicine will open. These clinics join the expansion in primary care services with Munson Healthcare...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features an open discussion at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. 

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City.   

Melinda Hollands, L.M.S.W., with Munson Medical Center’s Patient...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital presented its first ever DAISY Award® for nursing excellence to Theresa Barry, RN. Theresa works at Munson Healthcare Manistee Orthopedics and was nominated by her peers for her compassion, incredible knowledge, leadership and dedication to her patients and...

Munson Medical Center (MMC) today unveiled a new name for its comprehensive stroke center — The Witham Family Comprehensive Stroke Center — thanks to a $2.5-million donation from Richard and Marilyn Witham and their children, Chris Witham and wife Stephanie, and Kurt Witham.  

The family gathered...

Munson Healthcare Chief Operating Officer Laura Glenn announced today that Joe Hurshe, FACHE has been selected as the new president of Munson Medical Center in Traverse City effective April 1.

Hurshe brings 30 years of leadership experience in the healthcare industry including 13 with Ascension...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is proud to announce its upcoming Da Vinci XI® Open House, offering the community an exclusive opportunity to explore the latest advancements in surgical technology. The event will take place on Monday, March 11, from 4 to 6:30 pm in the main lobby of the...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome family medicine Nurse Practitioner Haley Hathaway to the Cadillac Sleep Disorders Clinic. 

Haley Hathaway, DNP, FNP-BC is a Michigan native born and raised in Traverse City. She loved growing up in northern Michigan and has fond memories of her summers at...

Gift of Life Michigan has announced that in April it will honor Munson Medical Center (MMC) as Hospital of the Year along with ICU Nurse Manager, Eric Jean as Donation Liaison Champion and John Stanifer, MD, and his wife Molly as Community Partner Champion.

Over the last year, Munson Medical Center...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome family medicine Nurse Practitioner Noel DeShano to Manistee Primary Care. Her first day will be February 26, 2024. 

Noel’s interest in the medical field was deeply influenced by the transformative experience of birthing her own children. She is especially...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kori Marvin, PA-C to Cadillac Primary Care. 

Kori is a graduate of Central Michigan University’s Physician Assistant program. He was born and raised in Cadillac and is thrilled to return to practice medicine in his hometown. 

"I am passionate about the...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) is pleased to welcome Cathryn Pearl, PA-C, to MHC Charlevoix Sleep Center. 

Cathryn was born and raised in Michigan. She completed her physician assistant degree from Western Michigan University and is board certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (POMH), in conjunction with the Betsie Hosick Health & Fitness Center, will host a free, 10-week exercise program aimed at newly diagnosed cancer patients, those who are undergoing treatment, in remission, and cancer survivors two years post treatment. The Journey...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital today announced the transition of the Charlevoix Urgent Care to a new Walk-In Clinic as part of the Regional Care Transformation Plan to provide more patient-centric care.

On March 1, the Charlevoix Urgent Care will discontinue services in the Charlevoix...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (POMH) announced that it has been named a 2023 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on stroke rehab services through Mary Free Bed at Munson healthcare at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 14, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. 

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City. 

Juli...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Lauren Osbeck, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC to Charlevoix Pediatrics and Little Traverse Primary Care in Harbor Springs. 

A Harbor Springs native, Lauren’s love for pediatrics began when she volunteered at MUSC Children’s Hospital in South Carolina. After completing...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) is pleased to welcome Jennifer Armstrong, DNP, NP-C to MHC Charlevoix Hematology and Oncology.

Jennifer was raised in White Lake, Michigan but has called Charlevoix her home for the past 17 years. She obtained her Bachelor of Science from Central Michigan University, her...

After a temporary pause for relocation, travel clinic services are once again available through Munson Healthcare. What was previously managed by Munson’s Infectious Disease clinic will now be housed in the Occupational Health and Medicine clinic at Foster Family Community Health Center.

Foreign...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) Charlevoix Hospital today announced that its Ambulatory Surgery department has been named a 2023 Human Experience (HX) Pinnacle of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s...

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, an annual observance highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention of cervical cancer, a disease that affects thousands of women each year.

"Cervical cancer is largely preventable and having a good understanding of risk factors and...

Munson Healthcare Foster Family Primary Care is pleased to welcome Sarah Shepler, P.A.

Sarah completed her undergraduate degree at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota, before going to the University of New England in Portland, Maine to be a Physician Assistant.

Sarah was inspired to pursue a...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome family medicine physician Joseph Rexroat, M.D. to Milliken Medical Group. 

A Michigan native, Dr. Rexroat was born and raised in Lake Leelanau. He went to Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and completed his family medicine residency at...

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, an annual observance highlighting the importance of early detection and prevention of cervical cancer, a disease that affects thousands of women each year.  

"Cervical cancer is largely preventable with regular screenings, early detection, and...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT) services to its comprehensive healthcare offerings. This new service is part of Munson Healthcare’s Regional Care Transformation Plan and reflects the hospital's ongoing commitment to...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on the coordination of emergency ambulance services in the area at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 10, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. 

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City. 

William...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Michelle Amore, FNP-C to Grayling Community Health Center. 

Michelle was drawn to a nursing career to improve the health of the community she serves. Advancing her career as a family nurse practitioner was a natural progression, allowing her to continue to...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Primary Care is pleased to welcome Darcie Sharapova, M.D., ABFM, ABOM.

Dr. Sharapova was born and raised in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. After completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin, she went on to medical school and completed her family medicine...

Munson Healthcare donates $5,000 to support preventative program for childhood winter sporting head injuries

Participating in outdoor winter recreation is a way of life in Northern Michigan—and a great way to counter the short, gray days. But doing so safely is important.

Chill Out, is a program...

Munson Family Practice Center is pleased to welcome board-certified family medicine physician, Curt Ward, MD, MBA, FAAFP. 

Dr. Ward was born and raised in Brookston, Indiana on a corn, soybean, and registered Hereford farm. During his childhood, he often traveled to Leelanau Peninsula to enjoy the...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) is proud to announce that The Joint Commission (TJC) has certified Munson Medical Center (MMC) as a Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC), placing it among just 221 hospitals in the United States and one of twelve in the state of Michigan. This is the first-ever Comprehensive...

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Munson Healthcare launched a new Virtual Spine Center at the Roscommon Community Health Center, as part of the Munson Healthcare Regional Care Transformation Plan. 

This new program partners a virtual physiatrist and an in-person physical therapist to provide spine...

Munson Healthcare Kidney and Hypertension Specialists is pleased to welcome Jonathan Ducastel, M.D., specializing in Nephrology. 

Dr. Ducastel received his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed his internal medicine internship, residency, and...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) announced today that Jennifer Standfest, MSN, RN, NE-BC, has been named the system’s Chief Nursing Officer. 

"As we continue to transform our internal culture, create more patient centric experiences, and implement our strategic plan, it will be critical to have a positive...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the winners in our Voices for Youth Mental Health Art Contest, created to reduce the stigma around talking about mental illness and to give Northern Michigan communities a platform to share their thoughts and feelings on the growing youth mental health crisis...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club celebrates holiday party at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City. 

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City. 

The club will play Bingo and those that are able are asked to bring...

Munson Healthcare earlier this week was identified as one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems™ according to an independent quality analysis based on a scorecard provided by PINC AI™, the technology and services brand of Premier, Inc. and reported by Fortune.

PINC AI™ relies upon publicly...

Munson Healthcare, Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority (NLCMHA) and a collaborative of regional partners will be unveiling further details for a new Mental Wellness Center to Grand Traverse County commissioners today at the County Board of Commissioners meeting. Additionally, Munson...

Munson Healthcare Great Lakes Plastic Surgery & Skin Care is pleased to welcome Abigail (Abby) Bobbitt, PA. 

Abby is a Physician Assistant who has experience in Plastic and Hand Surgery. After graduating with her Master of Science from Drexel University, she spent about 5 years working in a rural...

Munson Healthcare Hospice Bereavement Services invites the community to candlelight ceremonies to acknowledge the pain and loss of the last year and the heaviness that can be felt amidst holiday joy. 

The Winter Solstice Gatherings are a way to come together to light the way with hope and healing...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital proudly announced today the hospital has received a Level IV Trauma Center designation awarded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. An initiative several years in the making became official last week after a DHHS committee reviewed metrics...

Thomas Judd Care Center, a Munson Healthcare program, today announced Northwest Michigan has had an uptick in HIV cases in the region between 2019-2023 and is educating the public on prevention methods.

The Thomas Judd Center (TJCC) will also recognize World AIDS Day, Dec. 1, with a free movie...

Munson Healthcare is expanding access to primary care in Northern Michigan with the opening of a new clinic in Traverse City, another step in the health system’s Regional Care Transformation Plan announced earlier this fall. 

The Foster Family Primary Care clinic, located at 550 Munson Ave. within...

As a partner in community health, every year Munson Healthcare offers a virtual presentation on stroke, a disease that each year impacts the lives of more than 750,000 Americans. The stroke awareness discussion will stream live on Wednesday, November 29 from 10 to 11 a.m. on Munson Healthcare’s...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) Charlevoix Hospital today proudly announced the arrival of the state-of-the-art Da Vinci XI Surgical System, an advancement in minimally-invasive surgery. Expansion of robotic surgery and outpatient access is part of Munson Healthcare’s Regional Care Transformation Plan and...

Munson Medical Center (MMC) received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2023 marking the fifth straight time it’s received recognition at this level.  

MMC is one of 24 hospitals in the state of Michigan to receive an “A” grade this fall and among just 6 percent of hospitals nationwide...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2023. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

The hospital received an “A” grade from the organization in the spring as well as in fall 2022.

Cadillac Hospital...

Voting is now open for the “Voices for Youth Mental Health” Art Contest. Munson Healthcare, northern Michigan’s largest non-profit healthcare system, launched this contest to allow those of all ages to express feelings, wisdom, and hope on issues related to mental health and the community. Voting...

Munson Healthcare today announced that its “Ask-A-Nurse” hotline has been such a success the health system is expanding the service to 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

“Illnesses and injuries often show up when it’s least expected. Expanding the hours of Ask-A-Nurse gives our...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will get active at their next meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at The Presbyterian Church.

The church is located at 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. New and former members of the stroke club are invited to attend.

Physical therapist Ann...

GRAYLING, MI – Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital is proud to announce the recent certification of Jason Bennett, D.O., in the use of the revolutionary Robotic Surgical Assistant (ROSA) Knee Surgery system. This certification marks a significant milestone in Dr. Bennett’s and Munson Healthcare’s...

Munson Healthcare Empire Family Practice is pleased to welcome Daniel Hadley, M.D., to the medical staff. 

Dr. Hadley is a Michigan native. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and then attended and graduated from medical school at Indiana University School of...

Tyler and Miranda Fox, of Cadillac, enrolled their newborn, Mallory, into the Books from Birth program.

Tiny Mallory Fox, all 7 pounds and 15 ounces of her, will get a book in the mail next month – “The Little Engine that Could.”

Mallory’s parents, Tyler and Miranda Fox of Cadillac enrolled...

Traverse Heart and Vascular is pleased to welcome interventional cardiologist Taylor Dawson, M.D.

Dr. Dawson is a Michigan native, born and raised in the Kalamazoo area. He graduated from medical school at University of Toledo College of Medicine and Health Sciences before returning to his home...

Ashley Ascione-Blakely hugs Maternity nurse Abbey Carlisle after walking into room. Below, right,
Abbey listens as Ashley reads her DAISY Award nomination for her.

Munson Medical Center maternity nurse Abbey Carlisle, RN, recently stood with her team in the 7 am morning shift huddle.

In through...

Site of future Community Health Center.

Munson Healthcare today announced a proposal to establish a Community Health Center in Petoskey which would bring more access to award-winning patient care in the area.

The proposal is part of Munson Healthcare’s recently-announced Regional Care...

Munson Healthcare will offer low-dose CT scan screenings as part of National Lung Screening Day on Nov. 11.

Munson Healthcare Director of Radiology Branden Hill said the screenings at health system hospitals emphasize the importance of lung health for residents in the region.

“Lung cancer remains...

Fortune/PINC AI recently named Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital to its 100 Top Hospitals list for 2023 in the small community hospital category.

It is the fourth time the hospital has been recognized as a 100 Top Hospital in the nation. Researchers used publicly available data to evaluate 2,644...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Orthopedic Surgery in Gaylord and Munson Healthcare Outreach Specialty Care Clinic in Harbor Springs are pleased to welcome Jordan Nester, M.D.

Dr. Nester is a Michigan native born in Grand Rapids and raised in Greenville. He received his medical degree...

Munson Healthcare’s Home Medical Equipment location in Traverse City is moving across town.

The current location at 921 W. Front St. will close to the public Oct. 9 - 13. Effective Monday, Oct. 16, the retail location will reopen within the Foster Family Community Health Center at 550 Munson Ave...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Women’s Clinic is pleased to announce they began seeing patients at the Munson Healthcare Harbor Springs Specialty Clinics on Oct. 2.

Board-certified OB-GYN physicians, James Jeakle, M.D., and Caitlyn Monks, D.O., will rotate through the clinic hosting hours every...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness recently announced the appointment of Michael Saad as chief information officer (CIO) for the health system.

Saad joins the health system from the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tenn. where he served as senior vice president and...

Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital today announced that they have pulled the Betsie Hosick Health and Fitness Center off the market and will continue operating the community fitness center.

From the outset, Munson Healthcare stated a desire to secure a strategic partner that would lead...

Munson Healthcare is harnessing the power of art to address mental health in the community.

Northern Michigan’s largest non-profit healthcare system today launched a “Voices for Youth Mental Health Art Contest” to allow those of all ages to express their feelings, wisdom, and hope on issues related...

Munson Healthcare Frankfort Specialty Clinics is hosting an open house today from 5 - 7 p.m. 

The clinic is located at 917 Main St. in Frankfort. The public is invited to attend.

The open house will include a tour of the clinic, light refreshments, and a meet and greet with several of the clinic’s...

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute in Traverse City and Cadillac is pleased to welcome Joseph Ward, M.D.

Dr. Ward is a Michigan native who was raised in suburban Detroit and spent significant time in the summer on Torch Lake while growing up.  He received his medical degree from Loyola...

The Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA) has awarded a $5 million grant to Munson Healthcare toward adding much needed pediatric mental health and crisis services in northern Michigan.

The competitive grant funding was part of the Michigan Legislature’s $50 million appropriation in 2023...

Munson Healthcare Kidney and Hypertension Specialists is pleased to welcome Jacob Fishbaugh, MSPA, PA-C.  

Fishbaugh was born and raised in South Bend, Ind. He was drawn to the field of nephrology because of the unique blend of autoimmune and cardiovascular conditions. By specializing in...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) announced today that Matt Wille, President and CEO of Munson Medical Center (MMC), will be leaving to pursue a new leadership role outside of the system.

Wille has accepted a position as Chief Operating Officer at ThedaCare in Wisconsin, putting him much closer to his...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation from PACE North on its services at the next meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at The Presbyterian Church.

The church is located at 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. New and former members of the stroke club are...

Back-to-school season for many is an exciting time for children to reconnect with friends, meet new ones, and experience opportunities for growth and learning.

It is also a time when parents dread the viruses and bacteria that come with school being back in session. Germs take advantage of young...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recently honored Munson Medical Center with its 2023 Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Award as well as the Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite Award. These national awards recognize Munson’s stroke time to treatment with 85 percent of...

Munson Healthcare today announced that the Thomas Judd Care Center will host the 2023 Northern Michigan HIV Summit for healthcare professionals and the public from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29, at Kirkbride Hall in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons. A virtual attendance option is also...

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute is pleased to welcome Donald J. Scholten II, M.D., Ph.D., to the medical staff. 

A Michigan native born and raised in Grand Rapids, Dr. Scholten graduated with a chemistry degree from Hope College in Holland, Mich., where he played on the men’s golf team for...

MSU-COM students now training at Munson Healthcare include from left, Monica Sun, Morgan Ham, Amanda
Cline, Rebekah Weeks, and Masai Rains.

Five members of the Class of 2025 from Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine recently joined Munson Healthcare to complete the final...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kevin McDowell, Psy.D., to the Comprehensive Pain Management Program, located at 550 Munson Avenue in Traverse City. 

A Michigan native, Dr. McDowell was raised in Marion. Dr. McDowell graduated from Florida School of Professional Psychology at Argosy...

Munson Healthcare announced starting Monday, Aug. 14, the Walk-In Clinic at the Indian River location has switched to a "same-day care" model, offering a minimum of 52 appointments per day during the week, and 26 appointments on Saturday for anyone in the community, including those visiting the area...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital recently received a 5-star ranking from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) placing it among the top 8 percent of hospitals in the nation.

The hospital was one of just 438 hospitals to achieve the highest ranking of more than 4,500 hospitals...

Munson Medical Center recently received a 5-star ranking from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), placing it among the top 8 percent of hospitals in the nation. 

The hospital was one of just 438 hospitals to achieve the highest ranking of more than 4,500 hospitals nationally...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Manistee Wellness Center is reopening after a three-year shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Manistee Wellness Center, located at 2198 U.S. 31 South, will begin radiology and laboratory services on Tuesday, Aug. 1 and will be open Monday through Friday from...

Munson Healthcare Foundations and Iron Fish Distillery are teaming up to present a family friendly concert Thursday, Aug. 24, to benefit Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital.

The band, Breathe Owl Breathe, a self-described “spirit rock band” will perform from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Barn at...

TRAVERSE CITY – Efforts to meet core needs of individuals experiencing homelessness in Traverse City continue to gain traction through the ‘Street Medicine’ collaboration between Munson Healthcare, Traverse Health Clinic, and Goodwill Northern Michigan.

Leaders of all three organizations say a...

Munson Healthcare today issued the following statement from Laura Glenn, Chief Operating Officer for Munson Healthcare regarding the Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority’s board vote on the Grand Traverse Wellness Center: 

“Munson Healthcare commends Northern Lakes Community Mental...

Members of the Class of 2026 include from left: David Stalker, MD; Addie Loftus-Algac, MD; Kaitlyn Kilpatrick, DO;
Elizabeth Abel, MD, MPH; Haley Kopkau, MD; and John "Jack" Cleary, MD.

Munson Healthcare’s Family Practice Residency program recently welcomed six new residents to begin their...

Respiratory therapists serve a vital role caring for patients as members of the front-line healthcare team. This was especially true during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

For Munson Medical Center’s Duane Croel, B.S.R.T., RRT, respiratory therapy was always on his radar because his mom was...

Munson Healthcare today announced starting Thursday, July 6, the Walk-In Clinic will switch to a "same-day care" model, offering up to 32 appointments per day for anyone in the community, including those visiting the area this tourism season.

 The new, by appointment only service, will be housed at...

Munson Healthcare Family Practice Residency graduates heading into their careers include from left:
Jaclyn Sylvain, DO; Elizabeth Godfrey, MD; Cynthia Wang, MD; Miriam Riestra-Bareman, MD; and Jason
Schreiber, DO. (File photo)

Munson Healthcare Family Practice Residency’s graduating Class of 2023 ...

Registration is now open for Thomas Judd Care Center’s Northern Lights Fun Run at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, to raise awareness about its services and role in HIV care and prevention.

The nighttime 5K fun run and walk course begins and finishes at Munson Medical Center’s Lot K adjacent to the...

Munson Healthcare is reminding the community to be aware of the effects current air quality can have on certain populations. Due to the wildfire smoke from Canada, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has issued an air quality alert for today, Tuesday, June 27. The air...

Munson Healthcare, Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority, and a group of community partners from across Grand Traverse County applauded Grand Traverse County’s Board of Commissioners for granting a $5 million request for funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to begin development...

Munson Healthcare Manager of Clinical Education Barb Slagel learned a lot during the COVID pandemic. It resulted in a Doctor of Health Administration degree from Central Michigan University.

 Slagel took advantage of Munson Healthcare’s educational benefit program that provides financial...

Munson Healthcare, Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority, and a group of community partners from across Grand Traverse County today filed a proposal with the county commission requesting American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding for the development of the Grand Traverse Center for...

As a nationally-recognized summer tourist destination, the population swells this time of year across the northwest lower peninsula’s 10-county area by 78 percent – according to a study by Networks Northwest. This also means an increased demand for healthcare services, which equates to a 42 percent...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club features information on Parkinson’s Disease at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City.

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City.

Parkinson’s Network North Executive Director Hettie...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, June 12 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Either Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, or Kevin Harris, M.D., who is...

Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Indian River is pleased to welcome Alyssa Pechta, D.N.P., F.N.P.-BC, as a provider in the Walk-In Clinic.  

Pechta is a Michigan native from St. Ignace. She received her nursing degree from Ferris State University and started her medical career in 2013 working...

Charlevoix Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Jennifer Standfest, left, DAISY winner Theresa Saur, Charlevoix
Hospital President Joanne Schroeder, and Munson Healthcare Eastern Region President Kirsten
Korth-White celebrate the DAISY Award recognition.

A Charlevoix Emergency Department nurse’s...

ICU team and hospital leadership celebrate Chuck Munoz, RN, and Cessa Kellogg, RN, center, first row.

One Munson Medical Center ICU nurse seemed like a “fellow Marine” to a patient who appreciated her advocacy for him.

The other ICU nurse impressed a colleague with his commitment to compassionate...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Brown as the health system’s new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. She will lead internal and external marketing, communications and public relations for the health system which includes eight hospitals across northern...

As part of Nursing Week for 2023, Munson Medical Center’s Shared Governance leaders presented eight nursing awards to honor members of hospital nursing team who exemplify the nursing profession in the eyes of their peers. There were 232 nominations by members of the nursing staff.

Chief Nursing...

A new minimally invasive procedure to help women suffering from prolapse of the vagina and bladder is available at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital through the expertise of OB/GYN Stacey Sensor, D.O., FACOOG.

Research shows that about one-third of women experience prolapse in their...

In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club invites the community to learn more about how to prevent a stroke, the latest treatment options, and the unique capabilities offered through Munson Healthcare’s Stroke Program. 

Munson Medical Center’s Stroke Program...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2023. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

The hospital received an “A” grade from the organization last fall as well.

Cadillac Hospital President Peter...

Munson Medical Center received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2023. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

This marks the fourth consecutive “A” grade for the hospital which includes Leapfrog’s spring and fall reviews last year as...

Munson Medical Center pharmacist Hope Broxterman, Pharm.D., was recently named president of the Michigan Pharmacists Association.

Broxterman has been a clinical pharmacist at Munson Medical Center since 2011 and has focused her practice on critical care/cardiology areas of the hospital since...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Sara Hoye, F.N.P.-BC, to Frankfort Medical Group as a Family Medicine provider. 

After years of emergency nursing, Hoye wanted to expand professionally and chose to become a family nurse practitioner because of the diversity it offers. She graduated Kaplan...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Primary Care is pleased to welcome physician assistant Carolann Hoffman, PA-C to the medical staff.

Hoffman began her medical career as a patient care technician. During that time, she was able to see firsthand how crucial physician assistants are to the healthcare...

NICU nurse Mikaela Bogart, second row center with sculpture, with NICU team, nursing, and hospital leaders.

A grateful mother whose daughter was born 16 weeks early and spent 113 days in the Munson Medical Center NICU wanted to honor a special nurse for her multiple acts of compassion and care...

Munson Healthcare and the Munson Healthcare Trauma and Acute Surgery team recently were recognized by Grand Valley State University at its annual Health Forum of Northern Michigan.

Munson Healthcare was honored with the university’s Outstanding Rural Health Organization Award for clinical education...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Jeffrey Fox, PA-C, to Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) Medical Group – Elmira as an occupational medicine provider. 

For more than 25 years, Fox has been practicing medicine in northern Michigan. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) will join nine other health systems across the state in relaxing its masking and visitation policies effective Friday, April 14. Universal masking will no longer be required for everyone in Munson Healthcare hospitals and clinics.

Munson Healthcare Chief Safety and Quality...

Munson Healthcare is receiving reports from northern Michigan residents that they are getting phone calls from persons claiming to be Medicare benefits representatives who are spoofing Munson Healthcare numbers on caller ID.

These phone calls are not from Munson Healthcare.

Munson Healthcare...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Emergency Department staff began seeing patients in their newly renovated facility today.

The $2.5 million project includes private rooms, enhanced lighting, a better fire suppression system, airborne isolation rooms, a decontamination area, and more.

“We...

Munson Healthcare South Region President Peter Marinoff announced the appointment of Cristen Brandsma, M.B.A., B.S.N., R.N., to an expanded role as chief operating officer and chief nursing officer for Cadillac and Manistee hospitals.

Brandsma had been serving as the chief nursing officer at...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will learn about assistive devices available from the Michigan Assistive Technology Program at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City.

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City.

Kelly...

Munson Healthcare is hosting a free community event on Thursday, April 13, to bring awareness to colon health.

A Colon Cancer Awareness Panel and Mini-Expo will take place from 5 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cowell Family Cancer Center, 217 S. Madison St., in Traverse City.

The event will spotlight...

A collaboration between Munson Healthcare, Baker College, and Michigan Works! is helping break down barriers to a career in healthcare.

Now in its third year, the nine-month medical assistant apprenticeship program pays participants a wage  as well as provides free tuition at Baker College lectures...

North Flight Aero Med, a service of Munson Healthcare and Corewell Health, announced today it is adding a Beechcraft King Air B-250 airplane to its fleet.  This aircraft will become the new primary airplane for the air ambulance operator in northern Michigan while its current King Air B-200 is...

Livia Argyle, R.N., steps into her nursing role on a cardiothoracic nursing floor at Munson Medical Center with a world of perspective and perspective of the world.

She is a native of Manaus, Brazil, a city of nearly 2 million that is the capital of the state of Amazonas. The large modern city sits...

Munson Medical Center’s Echocardiography program was recently recognized by IAC Echocardiography with Bronze Milestone Recognition for its long-term commitment to continuously improving patient outcomes and safety.

The hospital received the Bronze Milestone Recognition for its 20 years of...

Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., FAAP, and President of Ambulatory Services and Business Development Ellen Smith today announced the appointment of Dino Recchia, M.D., FACC, as Heart and Vascular Service Line Medical Director for the health system.

“Dr. Recchia will...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital was recently named a 2023 Top 20 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital is the only hospital in the state to receive the recognition. The hospital received similar recognition in 2022 and 2021.

“Exc...

Traverse City, MI – Friday night (March 10), Munson Medical Center (MMC) was informed by the Michigan Nurses Association (MNA) that the nurses represented by the bargaining unit have ratified a new three-year contract.

“The ratification vote represents four months of collaborative and productive...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital is pleased to welcome Amanda Linneé, W.H.M.P., C.N.M., to the medical staff as a specialist in midwifery.

Linneé graduated from Georgetown University School of Nursing and Health Studies. She is a certified nurse midwife and a board-certified women’s health...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome board certified physician assistant Sarah I. Allaben, to Munson Healthcare Rheumatology, located at 3537 W. Front St., Suite A, in Traverse City, Mich.

Allaben, a native of Grand Rapids, Mich., has always been fascinated by how medicine and science can be...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will learn about “One-Handed Cooking Techniques” at its meeting 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, at the Presbyterian Church in Traverse City.

The church is located at 701 Westminster in Traverse City.

Munson Healthcare occupational therapist Joe...

Munson Healthcare announces the opening the new Elmira Occupational Health and Medicine Clinic on March 6, at 2572 U.S. 131.

The Occupational Health and Medicine Clinic is part of the new Elmira Specialty Clinics.

This clinic will offer work injury treatment and follow-up care, physicals, and...

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute is pleased to welcome Amy S. Collins, N.P. to the medical staff as a specialist in orthopedic surgery.

Collins is a board-certified nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She started her healthcare career as a bedside nurse. She...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome board certified nurse practitioner April M. Butler to Prudenville Community Health Center, located at 2585 W. Houghton Lake Drive in Prudenville, Mich.

Butler chose the medical field because she enjoys providing holistic care to those in need. She was a...

Retired Traverse City math teacher Pam Forton looks forward to her four-hour shift as a patient escort on Fridays at Munson Medical Center.

She arrives around 10:30 a.m., picks up her special phone that alerts her to patient discharges, and soon is on her way to a hospital floor with a wheelchair to...

Munson Healthcare South Region President Peter Marinoff announced the interim leader for Manistee and Frankfort hospitals will now step into a permanent role.

“I am happy to announce that Kelly Tomaszewski has been named community president at Manistee Hospital and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital,”...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital plans a potential two-hour phone outage starting 8 p.m. Feb. 7 to upgrade hardware and software associated with its phone system.

All phones at the hospital, include patient room phones, will be disabled and necessary communication will be conducted by...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital is pleased to welcome Kyle Franckowiak, D.O., to the medical staff as a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology.

Dr. Franckowiak graduated medical school from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a residency at Henry Ford...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Emily A. Dryer, D.O., as a board-eligible specialist in nephrology.

Dr. Dryer graduated from medical school at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Mich. She completed her residency at Spectrum Health Lakeland in St...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness recently announced that Paul Konopacki  has joined the health system as chief financial officer (CFO). He began his new role on Jan. 3.

“Paul stood out above the rest as a seasoned financial executive with an approachable leadership style. His well...

Free helmet safety clinics are offered by the Munson Healthcare sponsored Chill Out for Winter Safety program at recreation areas in both Fife Lake and Charlevoix on Feb. 11.

Munson Healthcare team member Tammie Budrow started the program to help prevent other families from experiencing the tragic...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome family medicine physicians Joanna Heindl, D.O. and Thomas Yax, M.D. to Milliken Medical Group, located at 224 Circle Drive in Traverse City, Mich. 

Dr. Heindl graduated from medical school at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She...

Munson Healthcare’s Home Dialysis Department has been ranked among the Top 10 of more than 7,000 home dialysis programs nationwide for care, quality, and growing its patient base.

It is the only program to receive the recognition in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) designated...

Kevin J. Harris, M.D., recently joined Munson Healthcare as a board-certified specialist in general surgery who is sub-specialty trained in bariatric surgery. 

Dr. Harris graduated from medical school at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed his general surgery...

Recruiting more psychiatrists to consider practicing in rural areas of the state is the goal of a new collaboration between Munson Healthcare, Pine Rest, Michigan State University, and the state’s MiDOCS program.

“The rural residency program is about bringing more psychiatric resources to...

Munson Healthcare leadership recently announced the appointment of radiation oncologist David Heimburger, M.D., as the Physician Chief for Oncology in the health system. He replaces David Gordon, M.D., who retired in November.

“Dr. Heimburger has served as the Radiation Oncology Program Director...

The best health care experience is found in the most appropriate care facility – whether that be a primary provider’s office, urgent care, or emergency department.

This is especially true during the holiday season, with more visitors in the area and the current uptick in flu cases, surge in...

Cory Manoogian, DO, hopes to practice in a rural community following his residency. Below,
Scott Monteith, MD, DLFAPA, helps lead the new residency program.

Recruiting more psychiatrists to consider practicing in rural areas of the state is the goal of a new collaboration between Munson...

Munson Healthcare Virtual Urgent care has updated its hours of service to 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday through Sunday.

The service offers care for everyone 3 years old and up via one’s smart phone or computer device from anywhere in Michigan. There is no application or download required.

People with...

Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute is pleased to welcome John G. Tazzi, P.A., to the medical staff as a specialist in orthopedic surgery.

Tazzi is a board-certified physician assistant. He graduated with honors as a physician assistant  from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital recently announced changes to their Walk-In Clinic services. Citing limited resources due to staffing shortages, the Walk-In Clinic will transition to a new same-day care model in mid-December. The new, by appointment only service will be housed at Manistee...

Munson Healthcare has named Diana Curran, M.D., as the medical director of the OB/GYN service line, a department within the Women’s and Children's service line.

As one of several newly named service line medical directors, Dr. Curran’s role will be to provide visionary and strategic physician...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital is pleased to welcome MaKenzie M. Tremp, M.D., to the medical staff as a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology.

Dr. Tremp graduated medical school from American University of the Caribbean, Coral Gables, Fla. She completed a residency in obstetrics and...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital leadership announced today that the hospital is seeking an outside organization to own and operate the Betsie Hosick Health and Fitness Center.

The health and fitness center has been a part of the hospital’s operations for nearly 15 years. During that time, the fitness...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Angela J. Vanderkarr, N.P., to Roscommon Community Health Center, located at 234 Lake Street in Roscommon, Mich. 

Vanderkarr always felt medicine was her calling because of her empathy and compassion for those in need of medical care. She became a nurse and...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Edward R. Hagen, M.D., as a board-certified specialist in general surgery who is sub-specialty trained in colon and rectal surgery. 

Dr. Hagen graduated from medical school at Creighton University, Omaha, Neb. He completed a residency in general surgery at...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Nicole L. VanDeCasteele, C.N.M., to Grayling Community Health Center, located at 1250 E. Michigan Avenue in Grayling, Mich. 

VanDeCasteele is a Certified Nurse Midwife with a decade of labor and delivery experience. She received her nurse-midwifery master’s...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2022. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Cadillac Hospital President Peter Marinoff said the recognition is another example of the quality care provided by...

Munson Medical Center received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2022. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Medical Center President Matt Wille commended the ongoing efforts of staff that resulted in top grade. The hospital also...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital received an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2022. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Grayling Hospital President Kirsten Korth-White said recognition reflects the dedicated efforts of staff and...

Certified application counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2022 - 23.

The enrollment window began Nov. 1 and closes Jan. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered...

Emily N. McKerchie, D.O., has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital as a specialist in general surgery.

Dr. McKerchie practices at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Surgeons, 14695 Park Ave., Suite A, in Charlevoix. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made...

Munson Healthcare (MHC) President and CEO Ed Ness recently announced changes to the health system’s senior leadership team with the promotion of Laura Glenn to chief operating officer and the appointment of Shelley Spencer to chief human resources officer.

Glenn, who joined MHC in 2017, most...

Jared L. Davis, D.O., has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital and Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital as a specialist in urology. Dr. Davis has special interests in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, urologic oncology, kidney stones, male infertility, and...

A trip to the hospital can be a frightening experience for a child. For 12 years, Jean Rouse has been making that experience easier for young patients at Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital. A long-time volunteer, Rouse has now crafted 1,000 bears for staff to give to children needing care. The...

Munson Healthcare Executive Director of Women’s and Children’s Services Joan Rickli announces the appointment of Jacques-Brett Burgess, M.D., as Service Line Medical Director, Pediatrics for the health system.

The new part-time administrative position is part of Munson Healthcare efforts to...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital President Peter Marinoff announced the appointment of Cristen Brandsma, M.B.A., B.S.N., R.N., as the new chief nursing officer at the hospital.

Brandsma replaces Kathryn Bandfield-Keough who retired in July. She will assume her new duties on 
Nov. 1.

Currently...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will talk about “Overcoming Fear and Anxiety” during a teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 12. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL: munsonhealthcare.org/strokeclub.

M...

The Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute offers cutting-edge technology and fellowship-trained
physicians. Below right is Michael VanWagner, D.O., who can provide knee surgery using the
ROSA device.

The Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute (MOI), which opened the doors of a new clinic in...

Munson Healthcare was recently recognized by Forbes as among “America’s Best Employers by State” for 2022, ranked third among healthcare employers and 37th overall in the state of Michigan.

Forbes and the market research company Statista generated the list after anonymous surveys of 70,000...

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Raymond was recently recognized by the Traverse City Business News as among its “40 Under 40 Leaders” in the region.

The list recognizes leaders and professionals in their communities who are making a positive...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital President and CEO Joanne Schroeder today announced the appointment of Jennifer Standfest, M.S.N., R.N., NE-BC, as the new chief nursing officer at the facility.
Standfest joins the hospital from her most recent role as director of nursing practice and...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will talk about “The Value of Structure and Routine” during a teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL: munsonhealthcare.org...

Brandon M. Wojcik, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. 

Dr. Wojcik practices widely in both adult cardiac and thoracic surgery. He has special interests in open and endovascular thoracic aortic surgery, valve repair and replacement...

David P. Rosenbaum-HaLevi, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a member of the Munson Healthcare Stroke Center. His presence will expand the capabilities of our interventional stroke team which provides critical care to stroke patients throughout northern Michigan. He is...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital recently received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on its care-compare website placing it among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation. 

The hospital was one of just 429 hospitals to receive the highest...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital recently received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on its care-compare website placing it among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation. 

The hospital was one of just 429 hospitals to receive the highest ranking...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will talk about summer recreation activities and more during a teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL: munsonhealthcare.org...

Munson Medical Center received recognition as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals for 2022 and as one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the nation. It is the 15th time the hospital has achieved the award.

There were 2,650 hospitals nationwide included in the annual study by Fortune/Merative...

Katrina M. Lawrence-Wolff, D.O., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in Rheumatology. She has special interests in autoimmune diseases and arthritis.

Dr. Lawrence-Wolff practices at Munson Healthcare Rheumatology, 3537 W. Front St., Suite A...

Munson Healthcare Hospice is hosting its annual Memorial Butterfly Release event in three northern Michigan communities during July.

Munson Healthcare Hospice Bereavement Coordinator Erin Gray said the release is something Munson Healthcare Hospice looks forward to sharing with the region’s...

To standardize our processes and improve patient satisfaction by reducing call transfers, we will be centralizing all Munson Healthcare (MHC) non-Radiology scheduling and pre-registration services to a Regional Pre-Services Call Center – 1-877-484-4536 – as of Monday, August 1.

The hospitals and...

Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., FAAP, recently announced appointments of two health system physician leaders to regional chief medical officer (CMO) roles.

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital Chief Medical Officer Aditya Neravetla, M.D., has accepted an expanded role...

Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Services recently received accreditation from the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists following an on-site inspection.

The College of American Pathologists is recognized by the federal government as being equal...

Andrew P. Bone, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in family medicine.

Dr. Bone practices at Munson Walk-in Clinic, 3074 N. US-31 South, Traverse City. Munson Walk-in Clinic has walk-in hours Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial and Charlevoix Hospitals and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital have entered into management and joint operating agreements for the provision of physical rehabilitation care.

As part of Munson Healthcare’s strategic partnership with Mary Free Bed, a director of...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness received a double dose of honors from the Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA) this week with the 2022 Healthcare Leadership Award and the 2021 Grassroots Champion Award.

The MHA met on Mackinac Island for its annual meeting. Ness was one of...

Jennifer S. Kang, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in neurosurgery. 

Dr. Kang has a special interest in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal fusion for traumatic injuries, spinal cord injury, pituitary tumors, cervical spinal surgery...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recently honored Munson Medical Center with its 2022 Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Award along with the Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite Award.

This recognition reflects the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients...

Munson Healthcare will go-live with its new enhanced Find a Doctor directory on Mon., June 27. The new directory will expand its current provider information to include additional data elements in an improved easy-to-search format. This change is part of our new Consumer Access Solutions strategy.

Munson Healthcare’s Consumer Access Solutions Project includes an upcoming Cerner Ambulatory update that will enhance patient communications with automatic appointment reminders, broadcast messaging, two-way texting, and more.

When: Thursday, June 23

Who’s affected: Cerner Ambulatory practice...

What brought you to Munson Healthcare?
I joined Kalkaska Memorial Health Center more than 30 years ago to be close to my children. And as they grew older, it allowed me to participate in all their nearby school activities.

What has living and working during a pandemic taught you?
Life is too short...

What brought you to Munson Healthcare?
After completing my college internship at Cadillac Hospital, I started working there the next day after graduation. The culture of our organization, the mentors in my internship, and helping our community made it an easy decision to stay.

What has living and...

What brought you to Munson Healthcare?
We moved Up North to be closer to Mom after my father passed away. It was a total quality of life move and career change after 20 years in New York City. Coming from a family of doctors and nurses, and with some nursing school years ago, Munson Medical Center...

What brought you to Munson Healthcare?
After moving to East Jordan from downstate 24 years ago, I worked at Munson Medical Center as a Respiratory Therapist. After a year of 12-hour night shifts with a 70-minute drive each way, I jumped at an opportunity to work at Charlevoix Hospital and have been...

The Cerner MyHealthInfo patient portal is getting a facelift! Beginning June 14, this portal will feature an enhanced interface with a new look. The change will be seamless to the user, and patients will use their existing credentials to access their portals.

Patients will also have the option to...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, June 13, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical benefits and explain...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion during a teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL: munsonhealthcare.org/strokeclub.

Melinda Hollands, L...

Munson Healthcare encourages the residents of northern Michigan to enjoy the Memorial Day holiday weekend while recognizing that COVID-19 remains a concern.

Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., FAAP, said positivity rates in the region remain high in some counties and...

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Munson Healthcare will offer a new interdisciplinary spine evaluation and rehabilitation program for patients with acute or chronic back and neck pain starting June 7.

Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare - Cadillac Rehabilitation Director Christie Norman, P.T., said...

COVID-19 vaccines first became available in December 2020, just 9 months after the pandemic reached northern Michigan. As a vaccine champion, Munson Healthcare (MHC) partnered with both employed and independent regional practices to facilitate getting shots in arms once distribution was opened at...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital President and CEO James Barker has announced his retirement effective July 15.

Barker has served as the president of the hospital for the past 11 years.

“I feel blessed to have worked with the physicians, staff, and leadership of the south region hospitals, and...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord is among three Munson Healthcare hospitals to receive an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2022. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital and Munson...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital is among three Munson Healthcare hospitals to receive an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2022. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord and Munson...

Munson Healthcare has named Peter Tucker, M.D., as the medical director for the primary care service line.

A new position, Dr. Tucker’s role will be to provide visionary and strategic physician perspective on the direction of healthcare delivery. He will work closely with Munson Healthcare...

Cardiologist Kristen Maurice, D.O., will discuss the “Long-term Cardiovascular Manifestations of COVID-19” as part of the virtual meeting of the Long COVID Support Group from 5 - 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 5. The public is invited to join the presentation.

Registration is required by going to muns...

Effective May 2, 2022, the oncology and infusion services provided at Manistee Hospital will become a department of Cadillac Hospital. This change is in name only, with the physical location of services remaining the same.

“The change furthers the development of an integrated cancer and infusion...

Munson Healthcare System Director of Safety and Security John Bolde recently was selected by the Michigan Safety Conference for the “Daryl C. Hill Safety Professional of the Year” award honoring a Michigan safety or health professional who has made a positive impact on safety and health in the state...

A large-scale technology upgrade project for Munson Healthcare’s Radiology Services is now underway with the installation of five new GE 256-Slice Revolution™ CT scanners.

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is the first of four Munson Healthcare hospital sites to receive the new technology. In...

Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Director Jill Slagal said the organizations have collaborated to bring physical rehabilitation services to the YMCA’s westside location.

“The YMCA is a natural place to offer these services and we currently have similar programs in Grand Rapids,” Slagal said. “We...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital recently achieved accreditation as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery, recognized for providing the highest quality of care and patient safety by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC).

Status as an accredited facility means that the hospital has met...

Munson Healthcare, along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance care planning in recognition of April 16 as National Healthcare Decisions Day.

As a participating organization, Munson Healthcare is offering free...

Becker’s Hospital Review recently named Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital President and CEO Peter Marinoff as one of the “67 Rural Hospital CEOs to Know” in 2022.

He was the only rural hospital executive from Michigan to make the list.

“The executives on this list have put their heart and soul...

Spring brings new services and opportunities for the residents of Benzie County to stay close to home for their healthcare.

Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Hospital President James Barker said the busy COVID-19-dominated winter has now transitioned to fewer COVID-19 patients and a chance for hospital...

Munson Healthcare has further reduced its operational response to the COVID-19 pandemic from Pandemic Level Orange to Yellow status effective Thursday, March 17. The move comes as infection rates decline in the community and lower numbers of COVID-19 patients are in health system hospitals.

The...

Members of Manistee Hospital's leadership team are excited to see hammers get used in the hospital's
ED renovation project.

After years of fundraising and planning, the Emergency Department renovation project at Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital will move from blueprints to hardhats and...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will spin a St. Patrick’s Day theme called ‘What Does Luck Have to Do With It?’ during a teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March. 9. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL:...

Munson Healthcare announces it has moved to Pandemic Level Orange on Feb. 23 as infection rates decline in the community and lower numbers of COVID-19 patients are being seen in health system hospitals.

Munson Healthcare Chief Quality and Safety Officer Joe Santangelo, M.D., said the step down...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals were recently named 2022 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital were among five other hospitals in Michigan to receive the recognition. Both were named...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital was recently named a 2022 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital in the nation by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.

The hospital was one of just three to be recognized with the status in the state.

“Despite the ongoing pandemic, our staff and physicians continue...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will focus on “Cleaning Closets in Your Home and Your Life” teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 9. 

Discussion participants may receive the conference phone number and access code by registering at this URL: munsonhealthcare.org/strokeclub...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery via teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 12. The group will also dedicate meeting time to discussing New Year’s resolutions and goal setting.

It’s a new year... Now what? Virtual...

Munson Healthcare officials report power has been restored to nearly all health system locations have been affected by high winds creating power outages in the region. 

Exceptions are Empire Family Care and Empire Community Health Center Lab and Jordan Valley Rehab in East Jordan.

More information...

Munson Healthcare officials report several health system locations have been affected by high winds creating power outages in the region.

Services are being impacted today in Traverse City, Buckley, Elk Rapids, Empire, Gaylord, Indian River, and Suttons Bay.

Patients should call ahead to their...

Munson Healthcare Foundations recently was awarded an $884,000 grant from the Maxon Foundation.

The grant, which will be paid out over five years, will support the recruitment and training of physician students through the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine’s Rural Community Health...

Munson Healthcare Foundations has set an ambitious goal: to raise $100,000 on Tuesday, Nov. 30, in support of healthcare for the people of northern Michigan.

This day, more commonly known as Giving Tuesday, is recognized each year on the Tuesday following Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The...

Munson Healthcare today announces revisions to its visitation policies as the continued COVID-19 surge brings added concerns for virus transmission and the need for patient and healthcare team safety.

Effective immediately, all inpatients, including those who have tested positive for COVID-19, will...

Munson Medical Center received the top “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2021. The twice-yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital, Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital, and Munson...

Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is now approved for ages 5 and up. Known vaccine administration locations include, but are not limited to:

As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations rise across the region, Munson Healthcare is activating protocols for Pandemic Response Level Red for the first time in the organization’s history.

While COVID-19 numbers are on the decline across the nation as a whole, this is not the case in Michigan...

Recovering stroke patients and their families/support persons are invited to a new stroke support group from 11 a.m. – noon on Friday, Nov. 19 at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital’s Missaukee Room.

The group is hosted by Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Munson Healthcare speech-language...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery via teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10. The group will also dedicate meeting time to discussing the power of gratitude.

How can one attain an attitude of gratitude during tough...

Munson Healthcare joins with other health systems and organizations today recognizing World Stroke Day and celebrating recent advances to providing stroke care.

Based in Traverse City, Munson Healthcare launched its endovascular stroke intervention program in the fall of 2020. That program is...

Victoria Francis-Aalaei, M.D. has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital as a board-certified specialist in family medicine. She has special interests in pediatric mental health, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and women’s health.

Dr. Francis-Aalaei practices at...

Munson Healthcare is taking steps to expand COVID-19 testing options in its communities by offering PCR COVID-19 testing in Traverse City and rapid antigen testing kits at several health system pharmacies.

Under a partnership with LabCorp, the health system is now offering PCR COVID-19 testing...

Derek E. Pyne, D.O., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in family medicine. He has special interests in pediatric care, diabetes, cardiovascular health, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Dr. Pyne practices at Munson Partners in Health and...

Joshua J. Kroll, D.O., has joined the medical staffs of Munson Medical Center and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital as a board-certified physician specializing in family medicine.

Dr. Kroll practices at Thirlby Clinic, 3537 W. Front St., Suite I, Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and...

Morgan Buda, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a physician specializing in family medicine. Dr. Buda has special interests in women’s health and LGBTQ medicine.

Dr. Buda practices at Milliken Medical Group, 224 Circle Drive, Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and...

Britton J. Carter, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in diagnostic radiology. Dr. Carter practices with Grand Traverse Radiologists, P.C., at Munson Medical Center. Dr. Carter also reads for other hospitals in the Munson Healthcare system.

Dr...

Pulmonary & Critical Care of Northwest Michigan, located at 5087 N. Royal Dr., Ste. B, Traverse City, has joined Munson Healthcare. The new name for the practice is Munson Healthcare Pulmonary & Critical Care of Northwest Michigan. The providers, location, and phone number remain the same.

Munson...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery via teleconference from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 13. 

The group returns to virtual meetings as part of Munson Healthcare’s COVID-19 response plan change to pandemic level orange. Discussion...

Medical leaders from 21 hospital systems signed an open letter to Michigan residents pleading for people to get vaccinated. The letter comes after an increase of COVID-19 cases across the state, which leaders warn could turn into a fourth wave.

“Chief medical officers and chief nursing officers...

As chief medical and nursing officers of major health systems in Michigan, it is with a sense of urgency, compassion and responsibility that we appeal to the citizens of our state. Michigan appears to be heading into a fourth COVID-19 surge with rising cases across our communities and hospitals...

DETROIT – Medical leaders from 21 hospital systems signed an open letter to Michigan residents pleading for people to get vaccinated. The letter comes after an increase of COVID-19 cases across the state, which leaders warn could turn into a fourth wave.

“Chief medical officers and chief nursing...

Munson Healthcare East Region and Grayling Hospital President Kirsten Korth-White announced today that Chris Squire has been named community president for Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital. He has been serving as the interim community president since May. 

“Chris has shown outstanding...

Jack M. Zuckerman, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in urology. 

He has special interests in genitourinary reconstructive surgery, urethral stricture disease, urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and voiding dysfunction. In addition...

Munson Healthcare’s East and South Region presidents today jointly announced the appointment of Cristen Brandsma to Director of Surgical Services, Community Hospitals. 

East Region President Kirsten Korth-White and South Region President James Barker said Brandsma will oversee surgical services...

Jessica D. Arden, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in radiation oncology. Dr. Arden practices with Traverse Bay Radiation Oncologists, P.C., at Cowell Family Cancer Center, 217 S. Madison St., Traverse City. Her office can be reached at 231-935-7100.

“I’ve always...

Munson Healthcare President of Ambulatory Services and Value Based Care Laura Glenn announced today that Spencer Derenzy has been named the Service Line Executive Director for Surgical Subspecialties and Orthopedics.

In this role, Derenzy has responsibility for coordination of the service line...

Neurologists Craig Kuesel, D.O.; Heather Lee, D.O.; and Cornelius Robens, M.D., have joined Munson Healthcare Neurology – Traverse City. They are excited to be joining neurologist Erica Austin, D.O., as Munson Healthcare expands neurology services in the Grand Traverse area. All of Munson Healthcare...

Munson Healthcare is opening a new provider specialty clinic in Frankfort starting Aug. 18. 

Munson Healthcare Frankfort Specialty Clinics will bring providers in the following specialties to Benzie County:

Munson Healthcare today announced changes to the executive leadership structure for both Manistee Hospital and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. 

The changes follow Manistee’s chief operating officer resigning in May to take...

Munson Healthcare Foundations Manager John Gower, left, receives a check from Fraternal Order
of Eagles President Mike Bristol.

As the statewide president of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Mike Bristol of Traverse City can choose the beneficiary for all the state’s Eagle Aeries charity...

Munson Healthcare Bay Area Urology is moving to a new office in Traverse City’s Munson Professional Building on July 19, 2021. All providers and staff working from the current Cedar Run Road address will treat patients at this new location.

“Our new office will create much-needed additional space...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce online appointment self-scheduling is now available at outpatient laboratory locations in Elk Rapids, Suttons Bay, Kingsley, and Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital’s (OMH) main on-site lab in Gaylord.

Online self-scheduling allows patients to book...

After a 44-year career in medicine, pediatrician Paul Gunderson, MD, has announced that he will be retiring at the end of August. He has cared for children in Manistee for the last 35 years.

“Sharing my patients' journeys from infancy to adulthood has been a blessing to me,” said Dr. Gunderson. “I...

Phoebe D. Danziger, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital as a board-certified physician specializing in pediatrics.

Dr. Danziger enjoys caring for children of all ages and has a particular interest in newborn care and medical ethics. During her medical...

Munson Regional EMS Education continues to accept applications for its paramedic program which begins July 26.

The nearly 15-month program includes 647 hours of classroom instruction with addition online  time to supplement classroom learning, and 672 hours of clinical experience. 

Munson Regional...

Munson Medical Center President and CEO Matt Wille announced today that Walt Noble, M.D., FACS, has been named the chief medical officer for the hospital.

In this role, he will provide the physician perspective on, and leadership around, the direction of healthcare delivery in alignment with the...

The Michigan Lean Consortium presented Munson Healthcare’s Vaccination Team with a 2020 Best in Healthcare Continuous Improvement award for the system’s tireless efforts to help vaccinate the communities it serves against COVID-19. The award was announced at the 9th Annual MLC Healthcare Symposium...

Munson Healthcare President of Ambulatory Services and Value Based Care Laura Glenn announced today that Randy Hodges has been named the primary care service line executive director.

In this role, he will have responsibility for coordinating primary care services across the system and ensuring...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness announced today that Alicia Maitland has been named chief financial officer for Munson Healthcare.  She will be taking over the role from Mark Hepler who is retiring at the end of month.

Maitland joined Munson Healthcare in August of 2012 as the director...

Munson Healthcare is offering an infusion treatment called monoclonal antibody therapy for treating patients with mild or moderate COVID-19 symptoms. 

This one-time outpatient infusion therapy may help patients recover quicker and avoid hospitalization. The treatment is especially useful for...

Laris E. Galejs, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital as a board-certified physician specializing in urology. Dr. Galejs has special interests in prostate cancer, minimally invasive treatments for enlarged prostate, prevention and treatment of kidney stones...

CaptureRx is a vendor for certain healthcare providers and is providing notice of a recent event at CaptureRx that may affect the privacy of certain data CaptureRx received from these healthcare providers.  This notification provides information about the event, CaptureRx’s response to it, and...

Diana Curran, M.D., has joined the medical staff of Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital as a board-certified physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Curran has special interests in obstetrics, postpartum depression, robotic gynecologic surgery, gynecologic surgery, PCOS, pelvic...

Today, Munson Healthcare is officially moving our pandemic response stage from orange to yellow due to fewer COVID-19 cases both in Michigan and locally. As part of this change, we have modified our visitation policy so that all patients can have one visitor/support person at a time (18 years and...

The Munson Healthcare Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will virtually host members from the Petoskey Stroke Club on May 12 to compare notes and learn from one another. 

The group will discuss the most useful ideas and tactics for supporting themselves and their loved ones on their journeys...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital recently was named among the top 20 rural hospitals in the nation by the National Rural Health Association.

The hospital is the only hospital in Michigan named by the association on the list.

Cadillac Hospital Community President Peter Marinoff called the...

Three Munson Healthcare acute care hospitals recently received a five-star ranking from CMS on its Hospital Compare website, placing the facilities among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital, and Munson...

As part of National Stroke Awareness Month, Munson Healthcare offers a virtual presentation covering the disease that each year touches more than 750,000 Americans.

Kersti Bruining, M.D., neurologist and Munson Medical Center Stroke Program medical director, will discuss stroke prevention tips...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals received the top grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2021. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital received “A” marks while Munson...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals received the top grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2021. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital and Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital received “A” marks while Munson...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals received the top grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2021. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital both received “A” marks while Munson...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals received the top grade from The Leapfrog Group for spring 2021. The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital both received “A” marks while Munson...

This April Munson Healthcare is proud to recognize the fifth anniversary of Cowell Family Cancer Center in Traverse City. During its five years in operation, the facility has helped to treat thousands of patients with state-of-the-art coordinated cancer services and has helped transform the...

Munson Healthcare will allow one vaccinated visitor per patient per day at its Munson Healthcare hospitals and clinics effective Friday, April 16. The effectiveness of vaccines is allowing the expanded policy, despite the current COVID-19 surge. 

Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine...

Munson Healthcare Community Hospitals and System Integration President Tonya Smith announced today that Kirsten Korth-White has been named east region president for Munson Healthcare effective May 1. 

The east region was created in 2018 when Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital became fully...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, April 12, from 5:30 – 7 pm.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical options and explain how...

Versiti Blood Center of Michigan honored Munson Healthcare with the Beacon of Hope Award for the healthcare system’s support of blood drives in 2020. Munson Healthcare regularly hosts Versiti drives at eight locations across its service area. Last year, Munson Healthcare hosted 72 drives resulting...

As we enter the second year of this deadly pandemic, there is light at the end of the tunnel.  With just a couple of months of sacrifice we have the potential to put this terrible time behind us. What is the best path forward?  The dedicated providers listed below are unified in our conviction that...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery during its April 14 virtual meeting.

This month the group will focus on answering practical questions from stroke survivors and their caregivers related to improving life after stroke. Things like:

Munson Healthcare is limiting visitor access to Munson Healthcare facilities effective Monday, March 29, due to a spike in community spread of the COVID-19 virus and its variants, and because more residents with the virus are requiring hospital care in northern Michigan. 

The number of patients...

By James Whelan, M.D.
Chief Medical Officer,
Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital

As we enter the second year of this deadly pandemic, there is light at the end of the tunnel. With just a couple of months of sacrifice we can put this terrible time behind us. What is the best path forward? The...

Munson Healthcare President of Ambulatory Services and Value Based Care Laura Glenn announced today that Joan Rikli, M.B.A., M.S.N., R.N., CPNP-PC, NE-BC, has been named Women’s and Children’s Service Line executive director.

Rikli will have responsibility for coordinating women’s and children’s...

After a rewarding 21-year career, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) CEO Tom Lemon has announced his retirement effective April 30, 2021.  Lemon joined OMH in late 1999, relocating from northern Illinois.  

Lemon led a variety of initiatives at the hospital, including two major...

Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital will welcome back expectant families to the Birthing Center on April 6 after a four month COVID-19 redeployment plan. In early December of 2020, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital temporarily merged their...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals were recently named 2021 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital has now received the award six times and Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital two times.  The facilities were among seven other...

Munson Healthcare President of Community Hospitals and System Integration Tonya Smith announced today that Peter Marinoff has been named community president of Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital.

Marinoff took on the role of interim community president in Cadillac in July of 2020. He took over...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in computed tomography (CT) and mammography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

The ACR review assesses image quality, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, March 8, from 5:30 – 7 p.m.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical options and explain how...

Munson Healthcare announced today it is the first hospital system in northern Michigan to offer an innovative treatment shown in clinical studies to help prostate cancer patients avoid some of the negative effects of radiation therapy. 

In September, Munson Medical Center treated its first patient...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital have launched a joint operating agreement to bring state of the art rehabilitation services to Grayling. Mary Free Bed will now manage the outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy services in Grayling...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital have launched a joint operating agreement to bring state of the art rehabilitation services to Cadillac. Mary Free Bed will now manage the outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services in Cadillac...

Certified Application Counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2021.

President Joe Biden signed an executive order creating an emergency enrollment window that continues through May 15.
...

Munson Healthcare peer recovery coaches Paul Bock and Kimberly Johnson recently were honored with Addiction Treatment Services 2020 Advocacy Award.

The Traverse City-based agency bestows the award on those whose efforts represent significant contributions to the recovery community during the year.

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery during its Feb. 10 virtual meeting. The group will also dedicate time to topics related to COVID-19, including firsthand experiences, self-care, and hopes for available vaccines. 

The group will meet...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, Feb. 8, from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical options and explain how...

Stacey L. Sensor, D.O., has joined the medical staffs of Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital as a board certified physician specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Sensor has special interests in high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive robotic...

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to the Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital Laboratory based on results of a recent on-site inspection. Cadillac Hospital is now one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide. The accreditation is valid for a period of...

Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District (TBAISD) is one of four ISDs in the state to be awarded funding to participate in a pilot program that will research the efficacy and scalability of publicly funded preschool for three-year-old children.

A Munson Healthcare Early Childhood program will...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of stroke and stroke recovery topics during its Jan. 13 virtual meeting.

The group will meet via telephone from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Participants will receive the conference dial-in phone number and access code by registering at this...

Marian R. Fuller, M.D., has rejoined the staff of Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital as a board certified physician specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. Dr. Fuller has a special interest in urogynecological issues and procedures. Dr. Fuller was previously on staff 2009 - 2019.

Dr. Fuller...

Two Munson Healthcare hospitals received the top grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2020.

The twice yearly report card from the hospital quality organization was released today.

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital both received “A” marks while Munson...

Erica A. Austin, D.O., will be joining Munson Healthcare Neurology – Traverse City, located within the Munson Professional Building, 1221 Sixth St., Suite 211, Traverse City, on Dec. 1, 2020. 

Dr. Austin is a board certified specialist in neurology, neurophysiology, and epilepsy. Her special...

This has been a challenging year for many healthcare organizations due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Munson Healthcare is no exception. When COVID-19 cases first reached northern Michigan in March, Munson Healthcare saw a tremendous response from community members – from donations to words of...

Patrick H. Dillon, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology.

Dr. Dillon practices with Traverse Heart & Vascular as part of Munson Healthcare’s heart team of 23 cardiologists. He is...

Elayna H. Dush-Bryant, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a physician specializing in pediatrics. 

Dr. Dush-Bryant practices at Kids Creek Children’s Clinic, 5024 N. Royal Dr., Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-0555.

This year’s flu season coincides with the COVID-19 pandemic, increasing the public’s risk for developing a respiratory illness with potentially serious complications. 
Fortunately, a safe, effective vaccine already exists for the seasonal flu and is updated each year in anticipation of the most...

Munson Healthcare is limiting access to its facilities and changing masking policies at hospitals in light of the current COVID-19 surge in northern Michigan. The number of patients with the pandemic virus who have required inpatient care has tripled during the past two weeks.

Munson Healthcare...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, Nov. 9, from 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical options and explain how...

Certified Application Counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2021.

The enrollment window begins Nov. 1 and closes Dec. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered by...

Stroke intervention team is using revolutionary new technology to save minutes and save lives across Northern Michigan.

Munson Healthcare is attracting new talent and investing in the latest technology to transform stroke intervention care across nine integrated and affiliated hospitals in Northern...

The College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to the Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Laboratory based on results of a recent on-site inspection. Paul Oliver is now one of is one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide. The accreditation is valid...

New technology at Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital allows radiologists an improved method to screen patients for breast cancer, allowing for increased detection of early breast cancer with decreased “false alarms.” 

The hospital now offers the option of 3D tomosynthesis mammography...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion on post-stroke palliative care at its upcoming October 14 virtual meeting. 

Julie Hartl-Kilcherman, owner/nurse practitioner at NPalliative® in Traverse City, will lend her expertise on diagnosing, treating, and coordinating...

New agreement merges operations to strengthen emergency services and patient transport.

Munson Healthcare and Mobile Medical Response, Inc. (MMR) announced today that they will enter into an equity partnership agreement to provide greater ground emergency medical services (EMS) to communities...

Five Munson Healthcare Clinically Integrated Network (CIN) practices were recently recognized by Priority Health for improving health care outcomes for patients throughout northern Michigan. The Priority Health Quality Awards are given to physicians and physician offices that achieve the highest...

In June the Frankfort Medical Group – a primary care clinic located within Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital – teamed up with the Oliver Art Center to offer local students the opportunity to showcase their work on the clinic’s walls. Eight submissions were selected that depict the theme, Michigan at...

Munson Professional Building (MPB) Laboratory and Radiology has reopened following renovations due to severe flooding in late-May.

Located on the west side of Munson Medical Center’s campus at 1221 Sixth Street, MPB Lab and Radiology are open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.  The...

Although there will be no public gathering for Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Paint the Town Pink this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the tradition of honoring loved ones with bows will continue. The beautiful bows have become a key element of the Paint the Town Pink, which has...

Cadillac Hospital's team celebrating Platinum recognition from MI AIM. Below right, 
Munson Medical Center's team celebrates Gold, and below left Charlevoix Hospital's
team celebrates Silver.

Munson Healthcare hospitals recently were recognized by the Michigan Alliance for Innovation in Maternal...

A growing number of children across our state and region may be at risk for vaccine-preventable diseases as a result of postponed well-child visits amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The number of non-influenza vaccines administered to and reported for children aged 18 and under dropped by 21.5 percent...

Erik H. Howell, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in interventional cardiology.

Dr. Howell practices with Traverse Heart & Vascular as part of Munson Healthcare’s heart team of 22 cardiologists. He will be seeing patients at the Traverse City and...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital has canceled the face-to-face components of its annual Paint the Town Pink event due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Each October since 2008, the hospital has hosted a ceremony and walk to raise awareness of the importance of early detection in the fight...

Grant funding specifically focused on pediatric care is allowing Mary Free Bed at Munson Medical Center to construct a special playground for young patients.

Mary Free Bed at Munson Medical Center Director of Outpatient Services Jill Slagal, P.T., said the landscaping and play equipment...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recently honored Munson Medical Center with its 2020 Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Award as well as the Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus and Target Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Awards.

This recognition reflects the hospital’s...

Munson Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center was recently named among the “Best Maternity Hospitals 2020” by Newsweek and The Leapfrog Group while a separate “Best Hospitals of 2020-21” recognition by U.S. News & World Report, also listed Munson Medical Center as the sixth best hospital in the...

Junewai L. Reoma, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in thoracic and cardiac surgery. 

Dr. Reoma practices at Cardiothoracic Surgeons of Grand Traverse, 1221 Sixth St., Suite 202, Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be...

Peter G. Tucker, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in hospice and palliative medicine. Dr. Tucker practices with Munson Hospice & Palliative Care at 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City. Dr. Tucker also provides telemedicine services for other hospitals in...

Ferris Alkazir, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in sleep disorders medicine. 

Dr. Alkazir practices at Munson Sleep Disorders Center, 550 Munson Ave., Suite 201, Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-9307.

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital is proud to announce the recertification of its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This national certification is recognition of Manistee Hospital’s commitment to improving the...

Members of the Class of 2020 from left are Kayla Stefanko, D.O.; Ben Vanos, D.O.; Leah
Walbridge, M.D.; Tommy Walbridge, D.O.; Anne Broad, M.D.; and Adrian Nahirnyj, D.O.
(File photo)

 

Munson Healthcare Family Practice Residency program continues to help supply well-trained physicians for...

The MHA Keystone Center honored Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Erin Warman with the quarterly MHA Keystone Center Speak-up! Award July 10. 

The award acknowledges individuals or teams in MHA Keystone Center Patient Safety Organization (PSO) member hospitals who raise concerns about...

Members of the Class of 2023 include from left: Adrianna Thibault, MD; Jaclyn Sylvain, DO;
Elizabeth Godfrey, MD; Cynthia Wang, MD; Miriam Rienstra-Bareman, MD, MPH; and
Jason Schreiber, DO.

Munson Healthcare Family Practice Residency Program class of 2023 recently arrived at Munson Medical...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital’s obstetrics unit is reopened for moms and newborns after a few months of moving patients to Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord as part of the pandemic response.

Grayling Hospital Chief Medical Officer Aditya Neravetla, M.D., said as part of...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital now has more capacity for inpatient care.

“Why would I go to Paul Oliver when they’re just going to send me to Munson Medical Center? We’ve all heard it,” said Nancy Smith (Reye), M.D., chief medical officer for Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. “And for...

John W. Nay, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in radiology. Dr. Nay practices with Grand Traverse Radiologists, P.C., at Munson Medical Center. Dr. Nay also reads for other hospitals in the Munson Healthcare system.

Dr. Nay graduated medical...

Justin R. Tannir, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in ophthalmology.

Dr. Tannir practices at Traverse City Eye Consultants, 5199 N. Royal Dr., Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-8101. 

Dr...

Gary B. Rajah, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in neurosurgery. 

In addition to general neurosurgery, Dr. Rajah has special interests in cerebrovascular neurosurgery, endovascular neurosurgery including stroke thrombectomy, aneurysm coiling, and skull-base...

Thomas Judd Care Center will offer free HIV testing on Friday, June 26, in recognition of National HIV Testing Day.

Free rapid testing will be available from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the center, located at 5041 North Royal Drive, Suite 1, in Traverse City. Appointments can be made by calling 231-935-7548...

Kathy Stutzman, left, and Marina Andriyakhova outside Munson Medical Center's
Webber Heart Center.

Munson Medical Center’s heart surgical floor nursing manager recently received a 2020 nursing leader award from the Michigan chapter of the American Nursing Association.

Kathy Stutzman, M.S.N., R...

Diane B. Young, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in urology. Dr. Young specializes in female urology, neuro-urology, and voiding dysfunction.

Dr. Young practices at Bay Area Urology, 3922 Cedar Run Road, Traverse City. She is accepting new...

Justine Pearl, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in neurosurgery. In addition to general neurosurgery, Dr. Pearl brings neuro-oncology expertise for the treatment of tumors, brain metastasis, gliomas, and more.

Dr. Pearl practices at Munson...

Last week marked over two months since Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (POMH) and the entire Munson Healthcare (MHC) system began preparing for the onset of Covid-19 in Northern Michigan. Since that time, many things have changed in the way healthcare is provided in our communities.

“At Paul Oliver...

Sharon Grajcar, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Auxiliary president, announced plans at a meeting in mid-April to disband in September.

“Like many other service organizations, we’ve seen declining interest in volunteering, particularly for event planning” explained Grajcar. “This problem is not...

Munson Healthcare President Ed Ness and Skilled Manufacturing CEO Dodd Russell.

Munson Healthcare (MHC) is thanking a local CEO as well as General Motors  for their help in acquiring a substantial supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including masks, gloves and face shields, which are...

Munson Healthcare is stepping up its fight against the new coronavirus (COVID-19) by joining an emergency Investigational New Drug (eIND) trial to collect and administer convalescent plasma to severely affected COVID-19 patients.
 
Convalescent plasma is the liquid part of blood collected from...

In response to confirmed community cases of COVID-19 in the region, Munson Healthcare is enhancing visitor restriction policies and enforcing masking for all patients and visitors in clinical care areas.  

UNIVERSAL MASKING
Effective, Saturday, April 4, Munson Healthcare will be implementing...

Caitlin K. Schmidt, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in obstetrics & gynecology. 

Dr. Schmidt practices at Northwood Obstetrics & Gynecology, 3960 W. Royal Dr. in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital confirms today it reported its first COVID-19 death to District Health Department #10.

“This is a heartbreaking day for this family and our community,” said Tonya Smith, president and CEO of Cadillac Hospital. “The reality of this illness has now reached into...

In response to the global shortage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and hospital supplies, Munson Healthcare has identified four ways the community can unite in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Community support is critical to help Munson Healthcare provide patient care, protect health care...

Health care institutions across the country and around the world are currently experiencing a shortage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other supplies because of a dramatic increase in demand due spread of COVID-19. Munson Healthcare is taking steps in its processes and protocols but...

In continuing efforts to reduce COVID-19 transmission and ensure patient and staff safety, Munson Healthcare is modifying select lab and Radiology services throughout the region. This follows guidance by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American College of Radiology...

(Traverse City, MI) – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has informed Munson Healthcare tonight that two patients tested and treated at Munson Healthcare facilities have confirmed cases of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2). 

One patient was screened and tested at Munson Medical Center in...

Munson Healthcare is restricting visiting access to its long-term care facilities and changing visitor policies at hospitals in light of the current COVID-19 concerns.

Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., said the changes are necessary to ensure the safety of patients and...

Munson Medical Center and the American Cancer Society are celebrating Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by hosting a free community event on Thursday, March 12.

Rollin’ with the Colon: A Colon Cancer Awareness Panel & Mini-Expo will take place from
4:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cowell Family Cancer...

Women living in the Petoskey area have a close-to-home option for obstetrics and gynecological care with the recent opening of Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Petoskey Women’s Health.

The new clinic is located at 405 N. Division Road, Suite 2 in Petoskey. Munson Healthcare also operates...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host an open discussion of disability disclosure topics at its March 11 meeting. Talking points will include: 

Health system provides guidance and support for affected patients

Munson Healthcare became aware of a recent data security incident where certain employee email accounts were accessed by an unauthorized third-party. Upon learning of this issue, Munson Healthcare commenced a prompt and thorough...

Munson Medical Center recently received a five-star rating from CMS on its Hospital Compare website, placing it among the top 10 percent of hospitals in the nation.

The hospital was one of just 407 hospitals to achieve the highest rating of more than 4,500 hospitals nationally measured by CMS. Only...

Gaylord-area residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a special informational seminar on Monday, Feb. 24. The session will take place from 6 - 7:30 p.m. in Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital’s OMH Classroom at 825 N. Center Ave.

Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical...

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free informational seminar at Cowell Family Cancer Center in Traverse City on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The session will also stream live to Munson Healthcare facilities via REMEC Telehealth video.

Michael...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host financial planner Vicki Beam from Fortitude Wealth Planners, LLC, at its Feb. 12 meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. 

The group meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. The public is welcome.

Beam’s presentation will...

Munson Healthcare, in close coordination with state and local health departments, is monitoring all developments related to the new strain of coronavirus (2019-nCoV). Please know that the current risk in northern Michigan is very low. To date, this new virus has not been confirmed anywhere in...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Anticoagulation Clinic began seeing patients on January 14 and already has a satisfied customer. Sharon Conklin of Bear Lake was the clinic’s first patient. 

“The visit was quick and convenient,” she said. “And the finger stick doesn’t hurt as much as a...

Jeffrey C. Magnatta, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in family medicine. 

Dr. Magnatta practices at Partners in Family Practice, 3601 W. Front St., Traverse City. He is accepting new patients and appointments can be made by calling 231-946-1120.

Nearly $650,000 have been raised toward a $1 million fundraising goal for Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s emergency department renovations.

In August 2019, Manistee Hospital launched a $2 million capital campaign to support major renovations for the emergency department that will enhance the...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Sleep Center recently achieved reaccreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). The accreditation is valid for five years.

“This accreditation recognizes that Manistee Hospital’s Sleep program meets or exceeds all standards for professional...

Kerry L. Kole, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., F.A.S.M.B.S., CAQ-CCM, has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital as a board-certified specialist in general surgery and trauma/surgical critical care.

Dr. Kole has special interests in trauma, advanced laparoscopic, and...

Paul Bock and Andy Miller offer patients much more than resources and help for their addiction.

They also bring “street cred.”

As peer recovery coaches at Munson Medical Center they have the walked the walk and use their own journeys to recovery as launching pads to encourage patients with...

Julie Scheier, Registered Dietitian at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

A quick soup high in potassium with calcium, fiber and resistant starch.  

The DASH diet recommends multiple servings of vegetables (remember potatoes are a vegetable) and dairy to add potassium and calcium to lower...

Emergency medicine physician Monica Johnson, M.D., recently joined Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital as director of the Emergency Department.

Dr. Johnson brings 25 years of experience mainly in rural emergency medicine and understands the importance of a critical access hospital. Her new role is...

Nurse practitioner Karen Volas, F.N.P.-C, values the scenery, lifestyle, and the people of Leelanau and Benzie counties.

The 19-year nursing veteran is in her sixth year providing care as a family nurse practitioner. She recently joined Munson Healthcare’s Empire Family Care provider team of Cyrus...

Obesity is one of the leading causes of unnecessary death in the United States. While bariatric procedures are not for everyone, surgical weight loss is dramatically improving the lives of people who commit to life-long changes in diet and exercise.

Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric...

One of the busiest places in town during Manistee’s Old Christmas Weekend is the Manistee Hospital Auxiliary’s Sleighbell Craft Show. Hospital volunteers have been hosting the event for more than two decades, and it has become an integral part of the area’s holiday festivities.

“We are happy to...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host PACE North Community Outreach and Advocacy Director Michelle Reardon at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 8. 

The group meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. The public is welcome.

Reardon will detail the...

An energy-efficient water chiller was added to Munson Medical Center’s Power Plant
earlier this fall.

Munson Medical Center recently earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy performance.

Munson Healthcare Vice President of Facilities Steve...

Northern Michigan residents considering a healthier 2020 are invited to experience discounted InBody scans to start their New Year’s weight-loss journeys.

Munson Healthcare’s Healthy Weight Center is offering $30 InBody scans now through Feb. 29, a 25-percent discount.

InBody’s medical-grade...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 18, 2019

The following bulletin was issued from the Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency on Dec 17, 2019

Attention Michigan healthcare and public health colleagues:

The Marijuana Regulatory Agency has recalled marijuana products sold in central Michigan because...

Kirtland Community College today honored Munson Medical Center with its “Game Changer Award” for its partnership in helping students step into cardiac sonography careers.

The college’s President Thomas Quinn presented the award to Amie Smith, manager for the hospital’s Diagnostic Heart and...

Mary Free Bed at Munson Medical Center rehab specialists are now available in Elk Rapids.

Elk Rapids Physical Therapy will join six other Munson Healthcare outpatient rehabilitation clinics in the region as part of the Munson Medical Center, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital joint operating...

Julie Scheier, Registered Dietitian at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

Tired of throwing food away? Wondering what to do with the cup or less of leftovers? Instead of tossing them, save leftovers in small containers and freeze for later use. When ready, designate a “clean out the...

Munson Healthcare Home Medical Equipment opened a new location serving Manistee at 1400 E. Parkdale Ave. on Dec. 2.

Opening the new retail store brings local residents a full line of home medical equipment and supplies with professional staff on-hand to answer questions.

“We purposefully chose...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host its annual holiday party during its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 11.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. The public is welcome.

Guests are asked to bring a holiday dish to pass and a gender...

To ensure Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s emergency room remains prepared to handle medical emergencies for years to come, the hospital plans a $2 million renovation.  

Hospital Emergency Department Manager Debra Bowman, R.N., said when a life-threatening illness or injury occurs, community...

The following outpatient labs are closed today, Friday, November 29, 2019:

Please visit the Munson Professional Building Lab if you need lab services today. They are...

The generosity of northern Michigan residents continues to change lives and open possibilities for others in need. Giving is defined a number of ways by many people. 

In Charlevoix, it is funding by an anonymous donor for a new 3D mammography unit to be able to provide early detection of breast...

Labor and delivery are incredibly personal, complex journeys.

Munson Healthcare is seeking survey and focus group participants to help it better understand the experiences of people in northern Michigan to improve health outcomes for women and children, particularly in labor and delivery care.

The...

In honor of World AIDS Day, Munson Medical Center’s Thomas Judd Care Center is hosting a free screening of the new romantic comedy “Last Christmas” followed by a Q & A with the Thomas Judd Care Center staff.

The film begins at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, at the Cherry Blossom Theater. World AIDS...

Providing a box of naloxone to qualifying patients before they walk out the door is a mission for Munson Medical Center pharmacy resident Rachel Pavona, Pharm.D.

It is also her research project.

“Addiction and recovery is actually very personal to me, my brother passed from a heroin overdose in...

Munson Medical Center will offer turkey sandwiches Thursday, Nov. 21, for those who want to quit smoking cold turkey and celebrate the Great American Smokeout® day.

The event, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the hospital’s Café, will include sandwiches and information on low-dose CT screening, smoking...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear “Recovery, Resilience, and a New Normal” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on November 13.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City. The public is welcome.

Retired Munson Healthcare social worker and...

Munson Laboratories on South Airport Road will operate under new weekday business hours. Lab hours Monday through Friday are now 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. 

“At Munson Healthcare we’re continuously looking for opportunities to ‘improve lives,’ and this is a great example,” said Emily Summers, specimen...

Trevor K. O’Brien, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in plastic surgery.

Dr. O’Brien practices at The Center for Plastic Surgery of Northern Michigan, 4110 Copper Ridge Drive, Suite 242, in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made...

Heather E. Carroll, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in gastroenterology.

Dr. Carroll practices at Digestive Health Associates, 4100 Park Forest Drive., Suite 208, in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 
231-935...

Michelle R. Young, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in pathology. 

Dr. Young practices at Grand Traverse Pathology, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City. Her office can be reached at 231-935-6100.

Dr. Young graduated from Wayne State University School...

Tara Schaab, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in ophthalmology.

Dr. Schaab practices at Cedar Run Eye Center, 3830 W. Front St., in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-929-3888.

Dr. Schaab graduated from...

The Ninth Annual Chip in Fore Hospice charity golf tournament for Munson Healthcare Hospice presented by LochenHeath Golf Club and Schmuckal Oil Company raised more than $147,600 at its Sept. 19 - 20 event.

Representatives of the golf club and oil company recently presented Munson Healthcare...

Lucinda M. Wenzlick, M.D., M.P.H., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in hospital medicine. Dr. Wenzlick practices with Sound Physicians, 1105 Sixth St. in Traverse City, and sees patients admitted to Munson Medical Center.

Dr. Wenzlick graduated from the University of...

Jeffrey S. Weber, D.P.M., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in podiatry.

Dr. Weber practices at Birch Tree Foot and Ankle Specialists, 620 Woodmere Ave., Suite C, in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-946-8822.

Dr...

Ryan T. Dee, D.M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Dr. Dee practices at Grand Traverse Oral Surgery, 12776 S.W. Bayshore Drive, Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-946-3512. 

Dr...

Keegan A. Michel, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in emergency medicine. Dr. Michel practices with Northwestern MI Emergency Physicians at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. Michel graduated from Michigan State University College of Human...

Angela J. VanWagner, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in emergency medicine. Dr. VanWagner practices with Northwestern MI Emergency Physicians at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. VanWagner graduated from Michigan State University College...

Shruti Sevak, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a general surgeon specializing in colon and rectal surgery.

Dr. Sevak practices at Traverse General Surgery & Trauma Care, 1221 Sixth St., Suite 300, in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made...

Racers from all over the area are gearing up for the Iceman Cometh Challenge in November. Physical therapists at Mary Free Bed at Munson Medical Center work with many patients who participate in area races. Physical therapist Johanna Schmidt has competed in the Iceman and knows how important...

Julie Scheier, Registered Dietitian at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

The recipe list is rather lengthy but once you peel the squash preparation time is no more than 30 minutes. This is a warm fall recipe with mild aroma to fill your house as the weather cools.

The lentil, olive oil...

Munson Medical Center is expanding its child care program in Traverse City and will be opening an additional child care location near the Munson Medical Center campus.

The current child care location at the hospital will remain open and will continue to serve Munson Healthcare families.

“Munson...

Driving on the northern side of Munson Medical Center’s campus will become more complicated effective Monday, Sept. 16.

Construction on the Surgical Services expansion project will temporarily close Sixth Street from Madison Street to Brook Street through Oct. 16. Sixth Street has already been...

The 31st Annual Recovery Plus Program for women who have had breast cancer, or are living with breast cancer, is set for Saturday, Oct. 19, from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Cowell Family Cancer Center.

Participants will enjoy a continental breakfast, special “pampering” session, and presentations by...

Prevent injury, infection and pollution by disposing of sharps properly. To facilitate safe disposal, Manistee Hospital is hosting a sharps disposal event at the Manistee Community Health Center at 1345 E. Parkdale Ave. on Wednesday, September 25. Sharps will be collected in the west vestibule...

Construction on a Surgical Services expansion project will impact traffic flow around the northern side of the Munson Medical Center campus through the next few months.

Vice President of Facilities Steve Tongue said Sixth Street between Madison Street and Beaumont Place will be permanently closed...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital have received an all clear from authorities following a bomb threat to the region.

Residents will now be able to access the hospital and normal operations are resuming.

Hospital leadership thanks all first-responders for their quick work in resolving the issue...

Helping area youth overcome the adversity and challenges that come with life is the focus of the seminar “Building Community Resilience” set for Sept. 25 at Benzie Central High School’s Auditorium.

The program will feature a short film, expert panel discussion and question-and-answer opportunities...

Munson Healthcare continues to work for solutions to the current opioid epidemic in northern Michigan.

In 2018, Munson Healthcare received a three-year $1.5 million grant from the Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration that has allowed the health system to expand opioid use...

Members of the North Flight EMS team in Wexford County are helping area schools prepare for a day they hope will never come.

North Flight EMS Manager of Ground Support Aaron Sogge, EMT-P, IC, and other members of North Flight’s Manton base recently spent time with teachers and staff at Manton...

Leah C. Davis, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in diagnostic radiology. Dr. Davis practices with Grand Traverse Radiologists, PC, at Munson Medical Center. Dr. Davis also reads for other hospitals in the Munson Healthcare system.

Dr. Davis...

Jennifer G. Emmons, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in cardiology and echocardiography. 

Dr. Emmons has joined the Traverse Heart & Vascular team of 21 cardiologists. She will be seeing patients at the Traverse City and Grayling locations. She is accepting new...

The federal government recently announced a $1 million grant to help rural northern Michigan communities deal with the opioid epidemic.

The Michigan Center for Rural Health received the grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and...

Kelley Nash, P.T., D.P.T., CLT plans to tackle the Ironman 70.3

Covering 70.3 miles swimming, cycling, and running takes a serious level of commitment.

Mary Free Bed at Munson Medical Center staff have not only been committed to helping community athletes work through training injuries, but...

Julie Scheier, Registered Dietitian at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital

Before school begins, this family meal “project” is fun, creative, and serves as a great nutrition and cooking lesson. Additionally, this recipe is a great opportunity to allow your children to pick out their...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness announced today a new president and CEO has been selected for Munson Medical Center.

Matt Wille will join the organization in late September, replacing the role held by Al Pilong who took a leadership position at a Virginia health system. Wille has most...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital recently was designated a Level IV trauma hospital by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

The designation follows an onsite visit from state surveyors and an extensive application and training process at the hospital. It also reflects the...

Obesity is one of the leading causes of unnecessary death in the United States. Behind the statistics are real men and women who struggle daily with the physical and emotional toll of being dangerously obese. 

Surgical procedures for weight loss are not for everyone, but they are dramatically...

A challenging triathlon or beautiful stroll on the shores of Betsie Bay are options for participants at the Tri Up North Triathlon or fun walk on Sept. 14 in Frankfort.

The fund-raising event for the hospital’s Community Wellness Programs is being sponsored by Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital...

The Thomas Judd Care Center hosts the Northern Lights Fun Run at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 13, to raise awareness about its services and role in HIV care and prevention.

The nighttime 5K fun run and walk course goes through Traverse City neighborhood streets and along parts of Grand Traverse Bay...

The 2019 Northern Michigan HIV Summit for health care professionals and the public is set for 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 9, at Northwestern Michigan College’s Hagerty Conference Center.

Thomas Judd Care Center Manager David Rushlow said the free HIV Summit will offer information on the state...

Note: As part of its year-long centennial celebration, Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital offers a glimpse into the people who made it what it is today. This is the third in a series.

Dr. Gilbert “Gib” Saltonstall’s legacy in Charlevoix continues today through babies he helped bring into the...

Manistee Hospital's Patient Financial Services, Physician Billing, Accounting and Cashier will be closed July 29 and 30 while staff move from River St. to the main Parkdale campus. Staff will be available Wednesday, July 31 in their new location in the lower level of the Manistee Medical Offices...

At just five and a half months old, Keenan Jenkins-Jones has a magnetic presence, with a pair of deep, dark eyes that seem to gaze right into your soul. He is a calm, happy baby, cradled by the love of his parents, who seem to soak in every moment with a blend of joy and awe. It is hard to imagine...

Munson Healthcare Foundations recently received a generous $50,000 donation from The Rotary Club of Elk Rapids.

The Elks Club voted unanimously to donate $25,000, with a $25,000 match from individual members, to support the Family Birth and Children’s Center – a Munson Medical Center project...

John L. Coatney, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in cardiology and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. 

Dr. Coatney is a member of the Traverse Heart & Vascular team of 20 cardiologists. He will be seeing patients at the Traverse City location. He is accepting...

Rachel Jones and Aaron Jenkins experienced a scary and traumatic moment with their infant son Keenan. He was immediately taken to Munson Medical Center after he had difficulty breathing. Dr. Arnold at Munson Medical Center assessed baby Keenan and placed a breathing tube in, which helped stabilize...

Update: The issues with the water pressure and volume have been resolved and all systems are functioning properly.

The City of Gaylord is experiencing issues with the North water tower that typically serves Otsego Memorial Hospital. As a result of this, the hospital will experience losses of water...

Thanks to interest generated by the Manistee Hospital Endowment Fund, the hospital will be able to purchase several pieces of equipment to enhance patient care. The Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Board of Directors approved the purchase of the items at a recent meeting. 

“Each year or so...

Michele felt determined to make healthier life choices this spring, but the 66-year-old also recognized she could use a little help to reach her goal. 

“It’s not enough to just know you should exercise,” said Michele, who retired in Charlevoix after living and working downstate. “Understanding...

Jacob D. Ramseyer, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in emergency medicine. Dr. Ramseyer practices with Northwestern MI Emergency Physicians at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. Ramseyer graduated from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic...

Jeffrey Stych, D.P.M., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in podiatry.

Dr. Stych practices at Ankle & Foot Associates, 4001 W. Royal Dr. in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-0666.

Dr. Stych graduated from...

Alexander J. Weick, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in gastroenterology.

Dr. Weick practices at Digestive Health Associates, 4100 Park Forest Dr., Ste. 208, in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 2...

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center will unveil its new medical pavilion at its annual Strawberry Social on Sunday, July 14.

The Strawberry Social and Open House will run from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday on hospital grounds. There will be ongoing tours of the new building and a small health fair in the Dr...

Both Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital’s Crawford Continuing Care Center and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital’s Living and Rehabilitation Center recently received 2019 Women’s Choice Award for Best Extended Care Nursing Home.

To achieve the recognition the facility must be rated as four or five...

Providing preventative and accessible mental health and substance abuse services is an essential regional need, according to results of the 2019 Community Health Needs Assessment known as MiThrive. Also identified as a strategic priority for Munson Healthcare: addressing basic needs of living to...

Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness was elected chair-elect of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association Board of Trustees. His term began July 1.

The board directs the greater Lansing-based association’s statewide representation of hospitals and health care providers. Ness will serve the...

It’s not always easy to admit when a part of our body has somehow slowed down or stopped working. But for Trish Fiebing, the decline in her hearing happened so slowly that she didn’t make the connection. All she knew was that she was missing out.

It started approximately ten years ago when the now...

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital now offers a new wide bore MRI that allows for important radiological exams without the need to travel elsewhere.

“The new machine means all of our Munson Healthcare sites are using the same technology allowing for standardization of protocol, image quality, and the...

“It was amazing to me what I had missed all those years.”

Trish Fiebing struggled for years to be a full part of the conversation – until a surprise discovery made it clear why she had been missing out. 

It started approximately ten years ago when the now 76-year-old Traverse City resident was...

Charlevoix pediatrician Roderic Tinney, M.D., FAAP, recently was named the 2019 CDC Childhood Immunization Champion for Michigan for his efforts to ensure area children are protected from childhood diseases.

The recognition comes from the Association of Immunization Managers and the CDC’s National...

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recently honored Munson Medical Center with its 2019 Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Award and the Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus award.

The awards...

Sports physicals for school-aged athletes will be offered on July 19 and July 24 at Empire Family Care.

Empire Family Care physicians will perform a standard sports physical examination for $20 on these two days. 

“Sports physicals are not only required, but are an important step in ensuring the...

New technology to further help Charlevoix area residents stay close to home for health care recently debuted at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital.

The hospital now offers mobile PET/CT scans to aid in the diagnosis, staging, and treatment response for oncology patients.

“This testing really...

Beach ab workouts, sunset tai chi and other opportunities to get moving in the great outdoors are part of Betsie Hosick Health and Fitness Center offerings this summer.

Plans call for a return of free classes at the beach on some weekdays and every Saturday from July 1 - Aug. 31. Classes will...

Just how amazing we can feel during and after a workout or endurance race, and whether or not we achieve our athletic goals, is tied to how well we fuel our bodies.  
Terence Reuben, physical therapist, and Todd Buckingham, Ph.D., lead exercise physiologist, both with Mary Free Bed Sports...

Work on construction projects around Munson Medical Center continue on schedule with a traffic shift north to the new street in front of the Cowell Family Cancer Center expected on  Friday, June 14.

Vice President of Facilities Steve Tongue said preliminary street work to allow the shift will be...

Kaischa Smith of Traverse City was riding her bike last summer when she was hit by a car. She has gone through extensive surgeries and rehab during her recovering to get back to all the little things in life. Her story, "Wonder Woman" attitude, and the team who saved her are simply amazing.

“It was...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital and Munson Healthcare Crawford Continuing Care Center (Grayling) have both earned an MRPO 2019 Governor’s Award of Excellence.   

The awards recognize participants for their dedication and success in improving health care quality and patient safety in Michigan...

Green thumbs and willing hearts are needed to help a Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital “Green Team” introducing helpful horticulture therapy to the facility’s patients, visitors and staff.

“Horticulture Therapy is an evidenced-based program rooted in stress reduction theory,” said Kathy Pilon, OT...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Primary Care is moving across US-31 to the second floor of Manistee Medical Offices at 1293 E. Parkdale Ave.

The move will be done in two phases.

Phase 1: Katie Dye, PA-C, Amy Kane, FNP, and Dawn Madsen, LMSW, will start seeing patients in the new location on June 3.

P...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear “Updates on Stroke Prevention and Current Treatments” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on June 12.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Munson Medical Center neurologist and stroke unit Medical...

The 32nd Annual Cancer Prevention and Survivors Picnic features free skin screenings, special speakers, and a wellness fair from 1 - 3:30 p.m. on June 9 in the Cowell Family Cancer Center parking lot. Bike rides in Leelanau County also are part of the day’s events. 

The general public is invited to...

“Pain is Weird” may sound weird, but it is reality for those who suffer from it.

Mary Free Bed Pain Rehabilitation Medical Director James Hudson, M.D., will share insights on how to manage chronic pain during a free talk from 6 - 7 p.m. at the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA West on May 20.

Dr. Hudson...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital recently strengthened its partnership with Traverse Anesthesia Associates (TAA). A single specialty medical professional group with more than 50 years of experience caring for patients in our region, TAA now provides anesthesia at Manistee Hospital 24 hours a day...

Munson Medical Center construction works continues this summer.

Through June 28, crane work will close Sixth Street between the entrance to the hospital’s main lobby and Madison Street. The closing will also affect the Madison Street and Sixth Street intersection. Traffic to and from the west side...

As part of National Stroke Awareness Month in May, Munson Medical Center offers a mini expo on the disease that each year touches 750,000 Americans.

The stroke expo from 5:30 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, at the Cowell Family Cancer Center will feature a talk from Munson Medical Center Stroke...

The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded re-accreditation to Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Laboratory based on results of a recent on-site inspection.

The facility's director, Laura Gottfried, MD, was advised of this national recognition and...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital is pleased to announce it has received MPRO’s 2019 Governor’s Award of Excellence for increasing identification of behavioral health conditions in its physician practices.

“The staff in our Primary Care and Family Care offices have done tremendous work to...

The Community Health Library at the Foster Family Community Health Center is a free service to the community and offers many resources on a variety of topics. They can help guide to reliable sources online and experts on topics. Resources include books, health magazines, DVDs, CDs, anatomical models...

Two women in Traverse City share what life is like dealing with sleep walking. They are part of four percent of adults who have never outgrown sleep walking from childhood. Dr. Martha Frankowski, Sleep Medicine Specialist at the Munson Sleep Disorder Center, explains why sleep walking occurs in...

He arrived in Charlevoix in 1919 to build a medical practice as a new hospital prepared to open its doors. 

And despite personal challenges and tragedies, F.F. McMillan, M.D., made his mark as a caring and tireless physician who touched many lives – not the least a grandson who also spent his...

UPDATE: The Memorial Bridge is now fixed and traffic is returning to normal.

This article originally appeared in the Petoskey News Review on 5/3/2019.

CHARLEVOIX — Around 10:45 a.m. today, Friday, officials with the Charlevoix-Cheboygan-Emmet Central Dispatch Authority issued a notice that...

You’ve made the decision to participate in a running or cycling event this summer, and you’ve even hit “submit” on your race registration. You’re really doing this! Now comes the training and race prep, which can be just as fun and satisfying as the event itself—so long as you follow a plan, listen...

Manistee Hospital’s leadership knows you have concerns. Closing the OB unit was not an easy decision, and it was made only after a thorough and thoughtful review. Unfortunately, the service is simply not sustainable in Manistee. 

We expected that the community would be emotional about the news...

Kristen N. Maurice, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in cardiology. 

Dr. Maurice has joined the Traverse Heart & Vascular team of 20 cardiologists. She will be seeing patients at the Traverse City and Cadillac locations. She is accepting new patients, and...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital announced today that it will be closing its maternity unit on May 31. Manistee-area women will still be able to receive prenatal and postnatal care in Manistee, but maternity patients will give birth at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital’s Family Birth Center.

“...

Mark D. Israel, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board certified pediatrician.

Dr. Israel practices at Kids Creek Children’s Clinic, 5024 N. Royal Drive, in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-0555.

Dr. Israel...

Natalie L. Rudoni, D.D.S., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in dental surgery. 

Dr. Rudoni practices at Dental Clinics North, 2600 LaFranier Rd., Ste. B, in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-932-7316.

Dr. Rudoni...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club learns about the “The Benefits of Yoga Following a Stroke” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on May 8.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Yoga for Health Education Co-Director Michael Robold will share how...

A redesigned community health library, café, and Urgent Care all are part of upgrades to the newly-named Foster Family Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave. in Traverse City. A generous gift from the Foster family led to these changes.

The newly updated facility provides resources for getting...

The 14th annual Katie Heintz basketball tournament in March raised a record $40,990, pushing the total tourney benefit to the community close to $200,000 since its start.

The annual fundraiser pits students from across the Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (GTACS) system against their teachers...

Janet Rousse didn’t have to travel far for two recent surgeries, and having this easy access to her urologist at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital made a big difference for the Lake City resident. “It makes it more convenient and easier for me to go in and see her and go in for checkups and that...

Two separate construction projects will affect traffic flow around Munson Medical Center beginning Monday, April 15.

On the campus’ north side, Beaumont Place will be closed at Sixth Street through May 13. This will allow for work to shift Sixth Street to the north, near the Cowell Family Cancer...

Bayshore Marathon and other race competitors are invited to a session with experts on April 16 for tips and strategies to run the race, finish the course, and prevent injuries.

The free session will be at the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA West from 6 - 7 p.m. Registration is at 5:45 p.m., but is not...

There are many ways to donate your time to others – including the gift of preparing and sharing a warm meal!

Five nights a week, awesome community members like you sponsor, prepare, and serve delicious dinners for our Munson Manor Hospitality House guests – meals such as heart soups and stews...

The Joint Commission, using guidelines from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, recently recertified Munson Medical Center as a Primary Stroke Center.

The recertification gives the hospital The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association...

Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center recently joined the national list of Screening Centers of Excellence.

The Lung Cancer Alliance cited Cowell Family Cancer Center’s ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening and use of low dose CT scans in making the recognition.

“We...

UPDATE: Service has been restored.

All Manistee Hospital facilities are currently experiencing a telephone outage. Our support team is working on the issue. We do not have an estimated time for restoration of service. This outage affects the main hospital, as well as our provider offices, outreach...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club learns about the “Benefits and Resources of Recreation Following a Stroke” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on April 10.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Lighthouse Neurologic Rehabilitation Center...

Eat this. Don’t eat that. As a society, we are surrounded by a lot of food noise. Perhaps even more frustrating is that some of the information we receive is...

The Cowell Family Cancer Center Health and Wellness Suite in Traverse City will be offering free and discounted yoga and pilates classes on Mar. 26 - 29, 2019. No registration is necessary.

Tuesday, Mar. 26

Munson Medical Center is in the middle of the largest expansion in their history. The expansion is for the new Family Birth and Children’s Center, which will bring additional NICU services to all of northern Michigan.

Rayden Eastman was born 13 weeks early and was on the mechanical ventilator for...

We are pleased to announce that the Manistee Medical Offices Building at 1293 E. Parkdale Ave., has reopened after being closed for several months for fire remediation. The following clinics will begin seeing patients in their usual clinic locations on Monday, March 18:

Steven Schmidt, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in hospital medicine. Dr. Schmidt practices with iNDIGO Health Partners, 1105 Sixth St. in Traverse City, and sees patients admitted to Munson Medical Center.

Dr. Schmidt graduated from Michigan State University...

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center recently was honored by The Chartis Center for Rural Health as a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital in the United States.

The award is based upon the results of the Hospital Strength INDEX® developed by iVantage Health Analytics. It is regarded as one of the health...

Helping Benzie County residents learn more about implementing and sustaining healthy active lifestyles is on the agenda for Betsie Hosick Health & Fitness Center in 2019.

The fitness center is sponsoring a free health education speaker series and a free fitness education series of classes for area...

Addison is now a happy, healthy toddler, but she started life with developmental delays. She was born at 25 weeks and only weight two pounds. Her foster mother Erin Bellinger shares how the Developmental Assessment Clinic has helped Addison in many ways following her 77-day stay in the hospital...

“I don’t want my kids to grow up and be addicted. I want that to end. I hope they never have to deal with what I have dealt with. If you genuinely want help, there is help out there.”

Angelique Grooms, a mother who is in recovery from opioid addiction, shares her journey in this special 9&10 News...

Northern Michigan families dealing with childhood cancer will benefit from the 14th Katie Heintz basketball tournament set for March 2 at St. Francis High School.

The annual fundraiser pits students from across the Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (GTACS) system against their teachers for the...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on medical wishes and “Who Will Speak for You?” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on March 13.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Munson Medical Center Advance Care Planning...

Note: As part of its year-long centennial celebration, Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital offers a glimpse into the people who made it what it is today. This is the first in a series.

He helped pioneer medical care through the air to Beaver Island, testified at the “trial of the century,” and...

Due to inclement weather, the following Munson Healthcare offices will be closed all or part of the day on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019.

Please check back for an updated list of closures.

“If you want your old life back, this is the place that can make it happen! Life as you know it does not have to be over. Just go for it! You won’t be sorry!”

Wise words from 64-year-old patient John Teesdale – who completed cardiac rehab at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital following a...

Susan Kotila is now an advocate for heart health after undergoing triple bypass surgery. She shares the symptoms she experienced and how getting her heart checked out through Munson Healthcare helped her prevent a heart attack.

“Women tend to be caregivers and tend to take care of their families...

John W. Stanifer, M.D., MSc., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a kidney specialist.

Dr. Stanifer practices at Munson Nephrology Consultants, 4062 W. Royal Dr., in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-0338. His office accepts...

The Traverse City Track Club and Munson Healthcare will link arms to strengthen a popular destination for runners and bring new opportunities to promote healthier lifestyles.

Munson Healthcare will serve as the presenting partner of the 37th annual Bayshore Marathon, half marathon, and 10K and will...

Andrew Riegel, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in psychiatry. 

Dr. Riegel practices at Munson Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Services, 420 Brook St., in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935-6382  or 800...

Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital recently was designated a Level IV trauma hospital by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The hospital joins Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital and Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital as Level IV facilities and Munson Medical...

As Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Wellness Instructor Rachel Sytsma Reed, PhD, shares, your daily salads don’t have to be so leafy green after all. Adding nuts and seeds, fruits, root and cruciferous veggies, and even heart-healthy starches like sweet potatoes or beans can help you fill up on colorful...

Here’s a little choice from Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Wellness Instructor Rachel Sytsma Reed, PhD, that is instantly enjoyable: choose bread with just FIVE ingredients (typically found in the bakery or produce section of your local grocery store) for a sandwich or toast that’s filled with heart...

A great little choice that can make a big difference in your heart health is to simply change how you snack. Watch as Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Wellness Instructor Rachel Sytsma Reed, PhD, shares one of her favorite crunchy – and heart-healthy – snacks. Find the recipe following the video below.

Watch as Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Wellness Instructor Rachel Sytsma-Reed, PhD, explains step #1 of this heart-healthy, three-part challenge that encourages you to slowly incorporate little choices that can really add up. See her remaining two challenges following the video as well as a delicious...

Women are just as vulnerable to heart disease as men. In fact, heart disease is the leading cause of death among both genders in the US. For women, the symptoms can feel much different than they do for men. For example, only...

"I love the concept of talking about health around the table," says Rachel Sytsma Reed about the cooking classes she is teaching at the Charlevoix Wellness Workshop.

Rachel changed her diet at age 15 after showing signs of heart disease. This has lead to reducing the number of medications. She now...

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital is implementing three-dimensional tomography as another tool to more accurately determine breast health in certain patients.

The hospital’s General Electric Pristina 3D unit offers the latest three-dimensional tomosynthesis mammography to aid in detection and...

A pipe has burst at 701 West Front Street, which houses Traverse General Surgery & Trauma Care. Because of this, Traverse General Surgery will relocate Feb. 4 clinic patients to Suite 212 at the Munson Professional Building (1221 Sixth Street in Traverse City).

Beginning on Feb. 5, the clinic will...

Helping determine a loved one’s ability to continue driving after a head injury, stroke, or as one ages can be important for their and other’s safety.

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services offers a test called the Rockwood Driving Battery that helps ensure the participant has the...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on creating “Family Love Letters” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 13.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Fortitude Wealth Planners financial planner Vicki Beam will present...

Laurel A. Leithauser, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained Mohs and reconstructive surgeon. 

Dr. Leithauser practices at The Skin Cancer and Dermatology Center, 1225 W. Front St., Ste. C, in Traverse City. She is accepting new...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Celebrating 100 Years and patient Tommy Dorsek shares his path to wellness in order to live a long, healthy life.

“What I like about Munson’s philosophy is there promoting wellness, which is why we’re here. I found that to be quite enlightening and quite...

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital celebrates a century of hometown care in 2019.

The hospital plans a series of community-related activities for the year, including the granting of “100 Wishes” that will allow community members to submit a “wish for wellness” involving various departments...

“It doesn’t matter where you are along the process—we have a support team, we have the education you might need to get to that next level,” said Ben Watson, coordinator of the Healthy Weight Center at Foster Family Community Health Center, describing the many resources available to community members...

Community members spoke and staff at Betsie Hosick Health & Fitness Center listened. Now youth in the area have a place for fun and fitness in the new year.

Last year, the center launched a survey of members and non-members to learn how the facility could better serve the community. Responses were...

Munson Medical Center and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital recently signed a joint operating agreement to expand their collaboration to provide rehabilitation services to northern Michigan residents.

The agreement took effect on Jan. 1, 2019.

Mary Free Bed has been managing the inpatient and...

The beauty and safety of our surroundings is a big part of providing the quality care our patients deserve. Thankfully, we have our very own construction team and wood shop that have been keeping this goal a reality for our patients and staff for 30 incredible years.

Our...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on ‘Rebuilding Balance After Stroke” at its meeting from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 9.

The club meets at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center owner Rex Holden, MSPT, along...

Visitors to Munson Medical Center’s campus this spring will find construction projects are underway.

One project will lead to an enhanced experience for patients and the second to a better environment for all who appreciate Kids Creek.

On the north side of the campus, workers are installing new...

Kimberly Webster and her husband, Michael Griffith, couldn’t wait to become parents together. They knew, however, that given Kimberly’s age and history of high blood pressure, they would face a high...

Manistee Health and Fitness Center, formerly The Health Connection, has reopened in new space at the Munson Healthcare Manistee Community Center.

The full-service fitness facility offers group fitness classes, flexible membership options, and certified instructors and exercise specialists.

“We are...

The Health and Wellness Suite at the Cowell Family Cancer Center provides opportunities for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing for those receiving treatment for cancer, as well as those in recovery. Classes include yoga, pilates, massage, meditation, painting, and much more.

“The mental...

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will celebrate the holidays with a potluck party at its 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 12, at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Area members are encouraged to come celebrate the season and bring a dish to pass.

For...

Having been a caregiver for his mother following her stroke, Bruce Hanson witnessed how this disease can affect a person’s everyday life. About a decade later, when the lifelong Traverse City resident had a stroke himself, he experienced the disease – and the long road of recovery – in an entirely...

The OMH Medical Group Patient Portal allows you to:

It’s that time again — a new year, a fresh start! Resolutions to exercise more and lose weight are popular. These are big goals, and sometimes it’s tough to stay on top of them when you’re busy. If you have the determination to achieve them, that’s great! However, if taking smaller steps to improve...

Stroke threats in any form represent major concerns for any patient or physician.

Munson Medical Center is among the first hospitals in the country – and one of just four in the state – to introduce the Sentinel® Cerebral Protection System. The technology helps protect patients from the risk of...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital plans to open its new Manistee Community Health Center in early January. The 45,000-square foot building will house several provider offices, as well as rehabilitation services and the hospital’s full-service fitness center. A partial occupancy permit is expected...

Gaylord, Mich. — Breast cancer is the most common invasive cancer in women, with one in eight women in the US diagnosed in their lifetime. Early detection and advancements in screenings, such as mammograms, are key in improving outcomes. Staff at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) work...

The generosity of northern Michigan residents continues to change lives and open possibilities for others in need.

As in past years, Munson Healthcare Foundations Chief Development Officer Des Worthington said Munson Healthcare hospitals are participating in #GivingTuesday on Tuesday, Nov.27, as a...

“The majority of lung cancer is diagnosed at a later stage which contributes to high mortality,” says radiologist Patrick Gartland, MD.

However, Munson Medical Center’s lung cancer screening program is working to improve the odds for patients by detecting lung cancer earlier through low-dose chest...

A free screening of the movie “Rent” followed by a question-and-answer session are planned for 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, at Cherry Blossom 14 Theater in Traverse City.

The movie and discussion are being sponsored by the Thomas Judd Care Center in recognition of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1. The day was...

Life is about so much more than surviving. It’s about living. At Munson Medical Center, we believe that the people in our beautiful communities deserve to enjoy all of the great things life has to offer us here in northern Michigan – and patients with heart conditions are no exception.

Our Traverse...

Gaylord, Mich. — Once again, Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) was awarded an A safety grade from The Leapfrog Group for Fall 2018, marking the 6th A rating in a row for OMH.

The organization’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grades were released today for approximately 2,600 hospitals...

Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center will offer turkey sandwiches for those who want to quit smoking cold turkey and celebrate the Great American Smokeout day.

While the actual national smokeout day is a day earlier, Cowell Family Cancer Center will celebrate it on Friday, Nov. 16.

Last year, the incredible volunteers at Munson Medical Center donated 34,000 hours of their time. We are truly blessed to have nearly 350 volunteers (and counting) helping to greet our patients, assist them with wayfinding, and so much more.

One of these superstar volunteers is Lois Castle, a gift...

Gaylord, Mich. — Matthew Mazur, DO, a provider with Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Internal Medicine, will present on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), providing background information on the disease, current and upcoming treatment options, and expectations patients should have...

Hunting can put stress on the body and especially the heart. Traverse Heart & Vascular cardiologist Kevin Clayton, DO joins local experts to offer tips on how to stay healthy and safe when heading out into the woods this hunting season.

Video courtesy of 7 & 4 News.

Munson Healthcare YouTube...

The Grand Traverse Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on “Personalized Chef Services” on Wednesday, Nov. 14.

The group meets from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Ken Paulk of Bayside Executive Chef Services will talk about the importance...

Certified financial counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2019.

The enrollment window began Nov. 1 and closes Dec. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered by...

The hospital recently received a three-year $1.5 million grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration that will allow it to develop a Community Opioid Recovery Expansion or “CORE” program for the region.

“Statistics from the CDC show that age-adjusted deaths by overdose in our...

Munson Medical Center Laboratory Services in Northport will close at the end of October.

Laboratory Director Bonnie Torres said the hospital has provided lab services in the community for the past several years, but low volumes make it hard to keep the doors open.

“Given our low volume of patients...

The Eighth Annual Chip in Fore Hospice charity golf tournament for Munson Hospice presented by LochenHealth Golf Club and Schmuckal Oil Company raised more than $152,000 at its Sept. 21 event. 

Representatives of the golf club and oil company recently presented Munson Hospice with a check.

“This...

Munson Medical Center Volunteer Services has immediate openings for ambassadors, patient escorts, and Cowell Family Cancer Center concierges. 

“Our volunteers are passionate people who have a knack for making a great first impression, helping patients immediately feel comfortable, and maintaining...

Nikki L. Tocco, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in hospital medicine. Dr. Tocco practices with iNDIGO Health Partners, 1105 Sixth St. in Traverse City and sees patients admitted to Munson Medical Center.

Dr. Tocco graduated from the University of Michigan...

Amy L. Jencks, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in anatomic and clinical pathology. 

Dr. Jencks practices at Grand Traverse Pathology, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City. Her office can be reached at 231-935-6100.

Dr. Jencks graduated from Des Moines...

Kayleigh A. White, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in hospital medicine. Dr. White practices with iNDIGO Health Partners, 1105 Sixth St. in Traverse City and sees patients admitted to Munson Medical Center.

Dr. White graduated from the Michigan State University...

The MitraClip and Watchman are two new devices that allow for less invasive heart procedures and serve as an alternative to open heart surgery in many cases. Learn one man’s story about how these procedures allowed him to resume his active lifestyle.

Video courtesy of 9 & 10 News.

Munson...

Joining a team that focuses on meeting community health care needs can bring real job satisfaction.

Munson Medical Center will host a job fair from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at Michigan Works.

Immediate year-round positions starting at $13 an hour are available for nurse assistants...

Patrick J. Darga, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in anesthesiology. Dr. Darga practices at Traverse Anesthesia Associates, 4100 Park Forest Drive, Traverse City.

Dr. Darga graduated from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wis. He completed a residency...

Andrew J. Friskey, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in anesthesiology. Dr. Friskey practices at Traverse Anesthesia Associates, 4100 Park Forest Drive, Traverse City.

Dr. Friskey graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, East...

Construction of Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s 45,000 square foot Community Health Center building is nearly complete. The hospital expects to begin seeing patients in the new facility in early December. 

“Crews are putting the finishing touches on the building and grounds, and we anticipate...

William C. Allsopp, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in diagnostic and interventional radiology. Dr. Allsopp practices with Grand Traverse Radiologists, PC, at Munson Medical Center. Dr. Allsopp also travels to other hospitals in the Munson Healthcare system.

Dr...

Reports continue to surface that Northwest Michigan residents in different communities are receiving phone calls from persons or with prerecorded sales pitches that show Munson Healthcare phone numbers on caller ID.

Munson Healthcare Telecommunications Manager Joe Dechow said the calls typically...

Northern-lower Michigan’s only neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) attends to unique needs of the littlest patients. 

While devoted caregivers never forget the precious patients they care for, the NICU biennial reunion gives these families a chance to reconnect with their special care givers as...

Samuel R. Tredemeyer, D.O., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in hospital medicine. Dr. Tredemeyer practices with iNDIGO Health Partners, 1105 Sixth St. in Traverse City and sees patients admitted to Munson Medical Center.

Dr. Tredemeyer graduated from the University of...

Diane K. Fiander, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in vitreoretinal surgery.

Dr. Fiander practices at Associated Retinal Consultants, 860 E. Front, in Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-938-0710.

Dr. Fiander...

William U. Britton, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in emergency medicine. Dr. Britton practices with Northwestern MI Emergency Physicians at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. Britton graduated from Michigan State University College of...

The Grand Traverse Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on “Vision Therapy and FES Ergometry: A Supplement to your Post Stroke Rehab” on Wednesday, Oct. 10.

The group meets from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Emily Wolf, DPT and Ellen...

The 30th Annual Recovery Plus Program for women who have had breast cancer, or are living with breast cancer, is set for Saturday, Oct. 13 from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Traverse City Elks Club in Traverse City.

Par...

Michael R. Morris, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in orthopaedic hand surgery.

Dr. Morris practices at Hand Surgery of Northern Michigan, 701 W. Front St., Ste. 100, in Traverse City. He is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by calling 231-935...

Seven Munson Healthcare facilities are joining efforts to offer a special mammography screening day on Saturday, Oct. 20, for women who have a hard time making medical appointments during a busy work week. In this video, learn one woman’s breast cancer story and why she is passionate about spreading...

Construction on Munson Medical Center’s new parking structure is complete and will open to  patients and visitors on October 1.

“We are excited to open this new structure which provides 472 spaces for our patient and visitor parking,” said Vice President for Facilities Steve Tongue. “We completed...

Jay E. Dujon, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in general surgery and surgical critical care. Dr. Dujon practices inpatient surgery at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. Dujon graduated from the University of Texas Medical...

Screenings are the best way to catch breast cancer early, in its most treatable stages. Exams such as mammograms are able to find cancer when it is very small and often before symptoms are present. As technology continues to improve, screenings may help to save thousands of lives each year. Bet...

Since installing a MedSafe box in October 2016, Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital has collected more than 1000 lbs. of medication. The secure receptacle, located in the hospital lobby and available at all hours, provides a safe place for the public to discard expired or unwanted prescription...

Ensuring heart care services are available in Frankfort and Benzie County makes sense to longtime Benzonia resident John Riegler. Five years after his massive heart attack on Feb. 4, 2013, he still sees big value in continuing his exercises at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation...

Helping area women find time for a mammography screening is important and on the agenda this month for Munson Healthcare.

Seven health system facilities are joining efforts to offer a special mammography screening day on...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital Foundation invites the community to help “Paint the Town Pink” in honor of breast cancer awareness month. The 11th annual Paint the Town Pink event will be held Thursday, October 4 in downtown Manistee. 

“Everyone is invited to gather starting at 4 pm at the west...

Anyone can develop sepsis, but those who are most susceptible are the very young, diabetics, those with compromised immune systems, and those over age 65. Learn how the Sepsis Initiative at Munson Medical Center is working to keep patients safe from sepsis.

Video courtesy of 9& 10 News.

Muns...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital continues work to address damage from a rooftop fire that occurred at Manistee Medical Offices, 1293 E. Parkdale Ave., on August 29. The hospital expects cleaning and repairs to continue until November.

“Remediation and reconstruction is taking longer than we...

Anna T. Stone, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in cardiology.

Dr. Stone has joined the Traverse Heart & Vascular team of 21 cardiologists. She will be seeing patients at both the Traverse City and Cadillac locations. She is accepting new patients, and...

Molly Britton, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in psychiatry. Dr. Britton practices inpatient psychiatry at Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., in Traverse City.

Dr. Britton graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Grand Rapids...

New MedSafe medication disposal containers are being installed at Munson Healthcare hospitals to offer the public a place to dispose of unused or expired medications.

The new containers can accept controlled and non-controlled medications in pills, tablets, capsules, as well as ointments, creams...

Benzie County-area residents are invited to see the sparkling new Cardiac Rehabilitation Suite at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital during a grand opening from 4 - 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4.

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital President Peter Marinoff said the new suite is a significant upgrade from the...

By Al Pilong, President of Munson Medical Center and Chief Operating Officer of Munson Healthcare

This article originally appeared in the Traverse City Record Eagle, edition 9/12/2018.

On Sept. 8, 2015, my column in the Record Eagle focused on celebrating Munson Medical Center’s 100th anniversary...

One of every eight people in the nation experience some type of hearing loss.

Now technology allows those experiencing hearing issues to literally tune into what a speaker is saying or stream favorite songs to their hearing devices.

The audiology staff at the William and Leni Carls Hearing Clinic...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital is hosting a free six-week facilitated therapeutic group for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer. The program will be held Wednesdays from September 26 to November 7 (there will be no meeting on October 31) from 7 to 9 pm. The group will gather in Meeting...

Keeping athletes safe under the Friday night lights will be part of the role for a new athletic trainer who will work with Frankfort-Elberta Schools.
Alexis Donovan, ATC, will focus on helping athletes train safely and play healthy this year, thanks to an agreement between Frankfort-Elberta Area...

Take the total population of California, Texas, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Michigan, add a couple hundred thousand – and one can understand the prevalence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV).

The Centers for Disease Control reports 80 million people have the virus and 14 million more become infected...

Prostate cancer screening is the second most common cancer among men. However 90 percent of all cases are curable if they are detected early. It is important for men to talk to their primary care providers about prostate cancer screening.

Watch as Mark Watkins, 7&4 News’ Chief Meteorologist, shares...

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers – and very curable if detected early.

Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center offers a special open house from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 19, to answer questions about screening and treatments for the disease. September is...

The Grand Traverse Area Stroke Club will hear a presentation on “An Integrated, Global Approach to Recovery-based Rehabilitation Following Stroke” on Wednesday, Sept. 12.

The group meets from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster Road in Traverse City.

Traverse City’s Life...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Sports Medicine program offers free drop-in evaluations for any Manistee County high school athlete with injuries or concerns on specified Monday evenings this fall.

Orthopedic surgeon Mark D’Angelo, D.O., athletic trainer Kevin Kott, ATC, and other...

Remediation specialists addressing restoration of Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital’s Manistee Medical Offices after this week’s rooftop fire indicate the clean-up process could take weeks. 

“While there was no water damage, and the fire was contained to a small area, smoke and soot were...

Supporting a loved one through a chronic or acute illness can become challenging.

Recognizing that the spouses, partners, family, and friends of the seriously ill need someone to come alongside them from time to time, Betsie Hosick Health & Fitness Center is hosting the free program “Living with...

Lori A. Lemonnier, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board-certified specialist in otorhinolaryngology. Dr. Lemonnier is fellowship trained in rhinology and endoscopic skull base surgery.

Dr. Lemonnier practices at Cass Street ENT Associates, 1104 Cass St., Traverse City...

Patients need to be aware of two Munson Healthcare facilities closed due to ongoing circumstances.

In Manistee, Manistee Medical Offices at 1293 E. Parkdale Ave. will be closed until Sept. 24 as remediation is completed following a roof fire at the facility on Aug. 29. Patients with appointments at...

Gaylord, Mich. — Stephanie Rutterbush, MD, the latest Family Practice provider to join Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Lewiston, will discuss common signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety, when and how to bring up the topic with your primary care provider, and management techniques and...

Creating more awareness around concussion prevention is a primary goal of Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital’s new Director of Sports Medicine Matt Jackson, D.O.

Dr. Jackson practices sports medicine in Traverse City and joins the hospital to ensure Benzie area athletes receive the same kind of support...

“I think that our program is one of the best family medicine programs in Michigan if not the country,” said Karan Mehta, MD.

In this segment, learn what makes the Munson Family Medicine Residency Program unique and how it is helping to bring more doctors to northern Michigan.

Video courtesy of 9...

Lewiston, Mich. — Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Lewiston has completed its recent 4,231 square foot expansion. To celebrate the opening of the new space, a public open house is scheduled for Wednesday, August 29, 2018 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. This event will give the Lewiston community a chance...

Every day, 4,887 health care team members at Munson Medical Center are doing amazing things together. Whether they're caring for patients directly or working behind the scenes, each individual member of our team plays a critical role. 

Learn about more amazing things at Munson Medical Center. 

 ...

Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.

By awarding facilities the status of a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, the American College of Radiology recognizes breast imaging centers that have earned...

The following classes, free with Health Connection membership, will be offered through Sept. 1:
3,2,1: 3 minutes of cardio, 2 minutes of strength training, and 1 minute abs.
Core & More: 30 minutes of full body toning with a concentration on core.
Creative Cardio: Instructor’s choice, varies each...

The 2018 Northern Michigan HIV Summit for health care professionals and the public is set for 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 10, at Northwestern Michigan College’s Hagerty Conference Center.

Thomas Judd Care Center Manager David Rushlow said the free HIV Summit will offer information on advances...

Like many northern Michigan residents, caring for her yard - a sprawling stretch of green in Falmouth, MI - was Maria Stephen's favorite pastime. But she could feel herself slowing down.

"I blamed it on my age," she said.

During a routine spring cleanup, however, Maria was suddenly struggling to...

Munson Healthcare’s HealthLink service connects patients to doctors and other health care resources. They help people throughout northern Michigan find primary care providers who are accepting new patients, take their insurance, and are conveniently located. For people who do not have insurance...

Northern Michigan Urology, based in Petoskey, has integrated with Munson Healthcare as a means to expand and ensure continued access to high quality urologic care for northern Michigan residents.

Urologists James M. Howard, M.D., and H. Michael Topley, M.D., said the integration ensures urologic...

Alexis Howell heads to Central Michigan University this fall with a goal of becoming a physician assistant who specializes in work with military veterans.

A soccer player since she could walk, the Benzie Central graduate understands what it is like to be on...

Sports participation offers a host of benefits for children, including weight management, social skill development and team-building skills. But there are downsides, as well. Every year, millions of young athletes end up in the emergency room or doctor’s office with a sports-related injury.

"Our...

Gaylord, Mich. — Logan Hanson, DO, the latest surgeon to join the Munson Healthcare OMH Orthopedic Surgery team, will discuss non-operative treatments for Osteoarthritis of the knee (including Orthobiologics), current techniques and implants for Total Knee Arthroplasty, and the future of knee...

The Grand Traverse Area Stroke Club will celebrate summer with a picnic from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.

Participants are asked to meet off the Titus Road entrance in the covered picnic area and bring a dish to pass, as well as their own...

Challenging and fun options await participants in the fourth annual Tri Up North Triathlon and Betsie Bay Walk on Sept. 15 in Frankfort.

The fund-raising event for Betsie Hosick Health and Fitness Center’s Community Wellness Programs is being sponsored by Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Auxiliary as...

Some Frankfort-area residents are reporting phone solicitations that register a Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital phone number. These are not hospital generated calls.

The calls refer to “Health Care Simplified calling from your local hospital, Paul Oliver.” No hospital vendor or hospital-related...

Joining a team that focuses on meeting community health care needs can bring real job satisfaction.

Munson Medical Center will host a job fair from 1 - 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, at Michigan Works.

Immediate year-round positions starting at $13 an hour are available for phlebotomy technicians...

William D. Karczewski, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a specialist in diagnostic radiology. Dr. Karczewski practices with Grand Traverse Radiologists, PC, at Munson Medical Center. Dr. Karczewski also travels to other hospitals in the Munson Healthcare system.

Dr...

Tony Ryan doesn’t know why he is still alive – but he appreciates every minute he is given. Tony credits Munson Medical Center, his doctors, and his “angel nurses” for pulling him through a desperately critical illness.

Tony’s wife, Colleen, was told he was the sickest patient at Munson Medical...

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center will break ground on a new medical pavilion during a short ceremony on July 19.

Hospital officials invite the public to join them outside the hospital beginning at noon for the groundbreaking followed by hors d’oeuvres in the Stone House on the hospital’s campus. The...

Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center recently received certification through the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Quality Oncology Practice Initiative®.

To achieve the certification, cancer center staff and leadership were evaluated on center practices and standards, and were...

Urgent Care is the best place to go for illnesses, injuries, or conditions that need to be treated right away, but are not life threatening. Munson Healthcare has urgent care and walk-in services throughout northern Michigan in Cadillac, Charlevoix, Grayling, Kalkaska, Manistee, Travese City...

Manistee Health Connection offers a wide range of group classes to keep the body toned for the beach, 5K, hiking trail, or overall vigorous health. Exercise specialists will lead 14 classes designed to meet the needs of a wide range of ages and...

Sometimes all you need is a hug to feel more secure.

Empire Area Community Health Center is partnering with a national non-profit called Wings of
Love to distribute the organization’s hand-made comforters called “wings” to anyone in need.

“As a community health center, our mission is to provide...

The new Patient Diagnostic Center at Grayling Hospital is significantly decreasing the wait time for many types of patients. The new unit centralizes surgical and diagnostic testing, and also houses patients under observation and behavioral health patients awaiting placement.

Completely designed...

Lisa S. Allred, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a fellowship-trained specialist in neonatology. Dr. Allred practices in Munson Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City.

Dr. Allred graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School...

Munson Healthcare is onboard with Bay Area Transit Authority’s Bayline service that launched June 25.

The health care system is among the sponsors for the free service that will run daily routes along Grand Traverse Bay and downtown every 15 minutes from Meijer on U.S. 31 to Woodland Creek...

Manistee area residents will benefit from expanded emergency surgical care coverage provided by general surgeon David Hobbs, M.D.

Dr. Hobbs joins the Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital surgical team to offer surgical coverage for emergency needs such as gallstones, appendicitis, bowel...

The 31st Annual Cancer Prevention and Survivors Picnic features a wellness fair from 2 - 4 p.m. on June 24 in the Cowell Family Cancer Center parking lot.

The general public is invited to come and celebrate with cancer survivors and learn how to reduce one’s risk of cancer. Information will be...

The waters of the Great Lakes around northern Michigan can be very cold most of the year. To stay safe in cold water, it's important to wear both a dry suit and a life jacket. The U.S. Coast Guard also recommends carrying a personal locator beacon, and telling someone where you're going. 

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The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association recently honored Munson Medical Center with its 2018 Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Award and the Target Stroke Honor Roll Elite award.

The awards reflect the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most...

Helping the youngest citizens in the community get a good start on their education has been a commitment at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital for the past five years.

Hospital President Peter Marinoff said the programs at Lake Ann and Frankfort Elementary schools will transition to their respective...

The 2018 Katie Heintz Basketball Tournament fundraiser at St. Francis High School in March raised $17,557 for the Munson Healthcare Foundations’ fund dedicated to pediatric needs at the Munson Medical Center Infusion Clinic.

The fundraiser is dedicated to the memory of St. Francis student...

Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) on June 1 officially joined Munson Healthcare as the seventh fully integrated hospital in the Munson Healthcare system.

The hospital will be called Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital reflecting a new level of coordination and collaboration with the system...

Martha A. Frankowski, M.D., has joined the staff of Munson Medical Center as a board certified specialist in sleep disorders medicine.

Dr. Frankowski practices at Munson Sleep Disorders Center, 550 Munson Ave., Ste. 201, Traverse City. She is accepting new patients, and appointments can be made by...

Rural trauma victims require stabilization and effective collaboration with higher level care facilities for good outcomes.

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital hosts special training this week to ensure Benzie County residents and visitors receive the quality care they need should trauma needs occur...

Munson Medical Center ranked among 750 hospitals nationally awarded ‘A’ safety grades from the Leapfrog Group for spring 2018.

The organization today released grades for approximately 2,500 hospitals across the country. Leapfrog Group is one of several organizations who examine hospital quality and...

Members of the Film and New Media class at TBA ISD Career Tech Center won first, second, and third place in Munson Medical Center's 2018 Video Contest for Stroke Awareness.

Through this contest, local students were challenged to create a 30 second public service announcement that communicates the...

Perinatologist June C. Murphy, D.O., FACOOG, recently joined the staff of Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital. 

Dr. Murphy sees patients at Munson Healthcare Manistee Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1293 Parkdale Ave. in Manistee. She is accepting referrals from obstetric care providers. 

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The McKenzie Method is a form of physical therapy that focuses on exercise to help people with lower back pain. Our team will establish a clear baseline to develop an individualized treatment plan, just for you. We will make a diagnosis of your response to exercise and movements and classify your...

Gaylord, Mich. — Dr. Cortney Casper, OB/GYN at Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH), will explain vaginal prolapse and discuss the causes that lead to the condition in which the uterus, bladder, or vagina begin to fall out of normal position. He will also discuss the treatment options available at OMH and...

Stephanie Riemer, president and CEO of Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital, has announced she will retire later this year after 35 years with the organization. Riemer will remain president and CEO of Grayling Hospital through August and Kirsten Korth-White, Grayling Hospital’s chief operating...

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital ranked among 750 hospitals nationally awarded ‘A’ safety grades from the Leapfrog Group for spring 2018.

The organization today released grades for approximately 2,500 hospitals across the country. Leapfrog Group is one of several organizations who examine...

"It pleases me if I can make someone else's day a little better," said Barbara Wheat. Every week, Barbara volunteers at Charlevoix Hospital to cook a hot breakfast for staff and visitors. She is one of about 50 volunteers at Charlevoix Hospital who generously share their time and talents.

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Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital recently welcomed their newest board members, James Mangutz, DDS and Susan Tyer. Both begin serving on the board in April 2018.

James practiced dentistry at Mio Family Dentistry for 27 years, and has also been an active member of the Oscoda County community. Some...

Because of the current weather conditions, our Grayling Walk-In Care will be closing at 5 pm today, April 16.

Due to the weather conditions, our clinic offices will be delaying their start time tomorrow (Monday, April 16) and will not open until 10 am. This includes the following...