Leadership and Faculty

Residency Program Director

Undergraduate Degree:
BA in Anthropology, Washington State University, Pullman, WA

Medical School: 
University of Washington, School of Medicine

Residency:
Marquette Family Medicine Residency, Marquette, MI

Board Certification:
Family Medicine 

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
I chose to teach Family Medicine because there is no higher calling than being someone’s Family Physician.  I chose to teach at the Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program because it’s unopposed and residents are trained in the full scope of what Family Medicine can be.  I love living in Marquette because it’s a wonderful town and area to live and raise a family.

Professional Interests:
Population care, EMR use, health screening

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Winter activities including igloo building, boat building

Hometown:
Prosser, Washington

Residency Coordinator
Rachel.Bush@mghs.org

Education:
BS, Business Administration, Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA
Associates Degree – Administrative Assistant – Office Information Specialist, Davenport College, Grand Rapids, MI

What I love about working at the Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
I first began with the program in 2005 as an administrative secretary. Over that time,I enjoyed working with residents and faculty. Seeing residents grow both personally and professionally was a highlight of my job. Also seeing some of our own residents mature into faculty roles has been an added bonus. In 2017, I became the program coordinator which has allowed me to work even closer with the residents. Encouraging them in their medicine journey is something that brings me joy.

Hobbies/what I do outside of work?
I enjoy tennis, running, tent camping, reading and classic cross country skiing. My other passion would be attending concerts! I love live music and seeing my favorite artists (Toby Mac) on stage. 

Hometown:
Trenary, MI

Undergraduate Degree:
Bachelor of Science in Spanish, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Medical School:
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Residency:
Mayo Clinic Family Medicine Residency, Eau Claire, WI

Board Certification:
Family Medicine

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
I am honored to return to my UP community and help train the next generation of awesome family physicians!

Professional Interests:
Broad spectrum family medicine, obstetrics, office procedures, Global Health

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Spending time with family and friends, traveling, playing basketball, outdoor activities including biking, skiing, hiking, and kayaking 

Hometown:
Gwinn, MI

Undergraduate Degree:
BA in Physics, Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI

Medical School:
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, East Lansing

Residency:
Marquette Family Medicine Residency, Marquette, MI

Board Certification:
Family Medicine

Certificates:
ACLS, PALS, Neonatal Resuscitation, ATLS, ALSO

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
Even in my past career as a paramedic, I enjoyed my role as a classroom and clinical instructor thus teaching seemed a natural fit for me. I am grateful to work with the same people who shaped me as a clinician in passing that knowledge and experience to the next generation of physicians. My family and I are delighted to continue to live and work in the Upper Peninsula community we consider home.

Professional Interests:
Osteopathic manipulation, office and inpatient procedures, wilderness medicine

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Spending time with my wife and 6 children, getting outdoors, photography, plinking – whether that be on the piano or target practice, fishing or hunting when I have the opportunity.  

Hometown:
Skandia, MI

Undergraduate Degree:
BA in Biology/Psychology, Albion College, Albion, Michigan

Medical School:
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI

Residency:
MidMichigan Regional Medical Center Family Medicine Residency, Midland, MI

Fellowship:
OMERAD Primary Care Faculty Development Fellowship

Board Certification:
Family Medicine

Certification:
Family Practice Board Certified, ALSO Instructor, NRP

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
After seven years of practicing in rural Ironwood, it became clear to me that my favorite time of the year was when I had a medical student rotating with me. When I was asked to join the faculty, it was an awesome opportunity to mentor physicians just beginning their careers. The best part of my job is watching someone go from a nervous intern to a confident, competent, and compassionate physician. The Marquette Family Medicine Residency is a family which makes it all that much better!

Professional Interests: 
Women’s Health, Obstetrics, Physician Wellness, and International Health

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Hiking, spending time with friends, singing in my church Praise Band, and hanging out with my dog Roxi.

Hometown:
Eaton Rapids, MI

Hospitalist Educator

Undergraduate Degree:
BS Biology, Oakland University, Rochester, MI

Medical School: 
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie, PA 

Residency:
Internal Medicine, Synergy Medical Education Alliance, Saginaw, MI

Board Certification: 
Certified American Board of Internal Medicine 

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
I enjoy working one on one with the residents. Watching residents and students work through challenging cases, growing as individuals, seeing that light go on when they grasp a new concept, is extremely gratifying.

Professional Interests: 
Hospital medicine

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Cooking, Biking

Hometown:
Ortonville, MI

Behavioral Medicine Educator

Undergraduate Degree:
BA, Wabash College, Crawfordsville, IN

Graduate Degree: 
MS, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID
PhD, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV

Internship:
Richard Hutchings Psychiatric Center, Syracuse, NY

Board Certification: 
Behavior Analysis 

Why I teach at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program?
I work with intelligent, multifaceted, multitalented, and creative colleagues and residents. We value team work, wellness, and excellence in patient care. Contributing to this effort is a pinnacle opportunity in my career.

Professional Interests:
Building physician understanding of cognitive behavioral therapy and related concepts applied to both clinical practice and in physician wellness; Integrative care.

Hobbies/Interests outside of work?
Hiking, kayaking, snow shoeing, 4-wheeling, Marquette Symphony

Hometown:
Crown Point, IN