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UP Health System – Portage is excited to welcome Family Nurse Practitioner Jessica Caulkins to its Internal Medicine team! Jessica earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Bradley University in Peoria, IL, and is board certified as a family nurse practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Call 906.483.1730 to make an appointment or visit her provider profile below to learn more.

Physician Jessica Pruente, MD, has joined its medical staff at UP Health System – Marquette | Pediatric Specialty Clinic. As a board-certified physician, Dr. Pruente provides rehabilitation services to children (all ages) with disabilities, including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, traumatic brain injuries, abnormal gait or development, neuromuscular conditions, spinal cord injuries, and more.

Lize Loubser, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at UP Medical Group – Family Medicine in Marquette. Dr. Loubser specializes in preventative care, chronic disease management, prenatal care, obstetric care, pediatric care and women’s health. To schedule an appointment, please call 906.449.1010 or learn more about her below.

Janet Turner, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Turner is affiliated with Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center and UP Health System - Portage, where she is known for her compassionate patient care. She advocates for the addition of gynecologic cancer services closer to home, offering patients access to critical care without having to travel far. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Turner, call 906.483.1050 or learn more about her below.

Dr. Andrea Carefoot, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation, provides a comprehensive range of treatments to help patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their quality of life. She recently joined the team at the Brain & Spine Center. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Carefoot, call 906.225.3914 or learn more about her below.

Dawn Jackovich, MSN, FNP, is a family nurse practitioner with UP Health System – Bell Family Medicine. She focuses on partnering with her patients to either maintain or improve their lifestyle so they can live as happy and healthy as possible. Call 906.485.2668 to make an appointment.

Kimberlee Parks, PA-C, is a highly skilled physician assistant specializing in vascular surgery at UP Health System – Marquette | Heart and Vascular. Kimberlee plays a vital role in patient care, assisting in surgical procedures, managing pre- and post-operative care, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Learn more about her at the button below. To schedule an appointment with Kimberlee, call 906.449.3440 or learn more about her below.

Elizabeth Cousineau, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with UP Health System – Bell. She provides comprehensive services, including labor and delivery, routine gynecological care, contraception, family planning, infertility treatments, menopausal management and minimally invasive surgical procedures. Learn more about her at the button below.

Emilee Syrjala, MSN, NP-C, is a certified nurse practitioner with UP Health System – Marquette | Cancer Center. Her focus is on supportive care for cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy, monitoring side effects, providing patient education, coordinating care and conducting follow-up appointments. Learn more about her at the button below.