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Spine Surgery
Spine Treatment in Northern Michigan Board-certified Munson Healthcare orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons are experienced in back and spinal surgery, including spinal fusion, sacroiliac joint fusion, decompression laminectomy, and balloon kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures. These specialists also treat aching backs and manage fracture repair, disc injuries, and scoliosis. Specialty spine services are available at Charlevoix Hospital and Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Learn about spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain. Find an Orthopedic Specialist Find a Neurosurgeon
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Dialysis
Dialysis Services Close to You Munson Dialysis Services provides expert care and a healing environment for people in northern Michigan who have chronic kidney disease, kidney failure, or an acute kidney injury. Dialysis is a way of cleaning your blood when your kidneys can no longer do the job. Munson Healthcare’s three state-of-the-art dialysis centers in Frankfort, Kalkaska, and Traverse City are staffed with highly skilled professionals, including board-certified nephrologists, nurse practitioners, certified nephrology nurses, registered nurses, certified technicians, social workers
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Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Provides Highly Specialized Newborn Care Our tiniest and most fragile patients are cared for in Traverse City by highly skilled board-certified neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, a specialized nursing staff, and a clinical nurse specialist fellow who assists with care planning as necessary. Munson Medical Center has the only Neonatal Intensive Care Unit north of Grand Rapids, Mich., and is one of 17 NICUs in the state. Its rating as a Level 3 Regional Center means it is capable of caring for infants with significant respiratory and critical care needs
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Nephrology
Advanced Nephrology Care in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare’s expert team of nephrologists and nurse practitioners deliver high-quality care and improve health outcomes for patients with kidney dysfunction across northern Michigan. The highly skilled team is here for you and your nephrology needs, offering compassionate care, innovative treatment plans, and the latest technology. The experienced nephrologists at Munson Kidney and Hypertension Specialists consistently place in the top percentiles nationally in patient satisfaction scores. About Nephrology Nephrology is the subspecialty of
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Pediatrics
Close to Home Pediatric Care in Northern Michigan Every child is precious – and we treat each one as if they were our own. Munson Healthcare board-certified pediatric specialists, pediatric nurses, and child life specialists, approach children of all ages with calm gentleness to ease their fears – and the fears of their parents. Our experienced pediatric team has specialized training in the distinct medical and emotional needs of these small patients. We provide the best care possible so children can quickly become well again. “Children are the most honest, perfect, most beautiful patients
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Summer Safety
Summer Safety Tips For many, there is no greater season than summertime – especially in Northern Michigan. But the warmer weather and many recreational opportunities our region offers don’t come without risk. Each summer, our emergency departments and urgent care clinics see an uptick in severe and sometimes life-threatening injuries that could have been prevented. Munson Healthcare is here to help keep you safe from summer-related injuries. Use our expert summer safety tips below and enjoy a safer summer with your loved ones. Avoiding Sunburn Learn the ABCs of sun safety to prevent burns and
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EMS & Ambulance
Emergency Medical Services in Northern Michigan Wherever you are in northern Michigan, medical first responders, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and ambulance services (including basic life and advanced life support providers), are standing by ready to respond to your emergency. Emergency Medical Service providers and their agencies work together to provide our region with quick, quality emergency care. Their work dramatically improves the survival and recovery rate of those who experience sudden illness or injury, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A call to 911 will bring a rapid
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Plastic Surgery
Expert Plastic Surgery and Skincare in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare’s Great Lakes Plastic Surgery & Skin Center offers innovative plastic, cosmetic, and reconstructive surgery procedures, along with medical grade skincare, to help you feel like your best self. Our center offers the entire spectrum of enhancement techniques using the latest technology and products and customizes procedures to your unique body and needs. Whether you’re looking for a full body makeover, just a few tweaks, or compassionate reconstruction, our expert surgeons are ready to help you feel your best! Get in
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Heart
Advanced Heart Services in Northern Michigan Your heart is always working for you – and so is our nationally-recognized heart team. When it comes to your heart, we don’t miss a beat. We’ve provided advanced heart care longer than any other team in northern Michigan, with a laser focus on the following: Prevention Early disease detection Interventional treatments Leading-edge research Our expert team of cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and Advanced Practice Providers are situated throughout northern Michigan so you never have to travel far for outstanding, award-winning heart care. Meet