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UP Health System – Bell Heroes | Laurie Collins, RN, BSN
February 16, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am a Registered nurse on the Obstetrics (OB) Unit. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Since I was a little girl, I knew I wanted to be a nurse. My “auntie” was a nurse and I loved to listen to stories about how she helped her patients—I really looked up to her. When I became a nurse, I…
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UPHS - Bell Heroes | Nikki Couveau
January 12, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am the Executive Assistant at UPHS – Bell. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I enjoy being able to help others, and working in the healthcare field allows me to do that. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? I answer phone calls, schedule and attend…
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UP Health System - Bell Heroes | Eliza Gravedoni
December 15, 2023What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am a receptionist for the Occupational Medicine clinic. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I wanted to have a desk job that could have an impact on other people's lives. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? Checking patients in, talking with employers…
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Holiday Food Safety—Spread Cheer, Not Foodborne Illness
December 14, 2023We've rounded up some important tips on food safety to prevent spreading sickness in your circle this holiday season.
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UPHS - Bell Heroes | Krista Kelsey, LPN
November 17, 2023What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am the Clinical Informatics Nurse for Bell Physician Practices. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I am a people person and I love helping others in their time of need. I want to be able to advocate for the patients who can’t advocate for themselves and give them the tools and education they need…
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UPHS – Bell Heroes | Trina Johnson, RN
October 12, 2023What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am a staff nurse in the Acute Care Unit (ACU). What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have always wanted to be a nurse and to help people. My mom told me I came home at the age of four and said I was going to be a nurse and I never changed my mind. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it…
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UPHS - Bell Heroes | Casey Hough
September 14, 2023What is your role at UPHS? I am a receptionist for Family Medicine. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I wanted to go into a field that I could feel good about what I do every day — helping people does that for me. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? My typical day is spent checking patents…
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UP Health System - Bell Heroes | Mary Hosking, BSN, RN
August 10, 2023What is your role at UPHS? I am the Clinical Care Manager at UP Health System – Bell. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have always wanted to be a nurse to be able to help people in a time of need, even in the smallest of ways. I also liked the idea that I could build a career anywhere. What’s a typical day like for you? What…
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UP Health System – Bell Welcomes Elizabeth Tuma, MD, MPH, to Family Medicine
August 03, 2023UP Health System - Bell is pleased to welcome Elizabeth Tuma, MD, MPH, to its Family Medicine practice.Dr. Tuma earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids, MI, before completing the Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program at UPHS – Marquette. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH)…
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UP Health System – Bell Adds Amelia Schafer, FNP-BC, to Family Medicine and Women’s Health
June 28, 2023UP Health System – Bell is pleased to announce the addition of Amelia Schafer, FNP-BC, to Family Medicine and Women’s Health. Amelia graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Shortly after, she attended the University of South Carolina Upstate where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Most…
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UP Health System – Bell Express Care Clinic Expansion
October 25, 2022UP Health System – Bell is pleased to announce its Express Care expansion to a newly renovated and larger suite located within UP Health System – Bell to help better serve the patients in our community.
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UPHS – Bell Heroes | Melissa Perry
October 21, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I am a financial counselor at UP Health System – Bell. What's a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field?There are several aspects of the job. I take patient questions and payments on bills along with setting up payment plans. I also help patients apply for Medicaid and financial assistance. Finally, I am responsible for running upfront estimates of out-of-pocket costs for patients. I personally like having an array of daily tasks, there is never a dull moment. How long have you been employed here? Have you always been in the same position? I started 18 years ago in Women’s Care as a receptionist and was there for eight years, I then moved into a financial counselor role for physician practices for five years and spent another five years as a pre-registration coordinator. Now, most recently in July, I transitioned to financial counselor for the hospital. What are some of your interests outside of work? What is your favorite local gem? I enjoy going camping in our travel trailer with my husband and two boys ages 10 and 13. What do you enjoy most about working at UPHS – Bell? The people and the hometown feel of a small hospital is what I enjoy most.
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Breast Cancer: Your Questions Answered
October 13, 2022Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed nationally every October to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer and provide education on the most common symptoms and associated risk factors for the disease. By staying informed and taking preventive action to fight breast cancer, we can help to minimize the effect this disease has on women in our communities.
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UP Health System Welcomes Sports Medicine Physician Colleen Dupuis, DO
October 11, 2022UP Health System is pleased to welcome board-certified sports medicine physician, Colleen Dupuis, DO, specializing in comprehensive, non-surgical treatments for a wide range of orthopedic and sports-related conditions, from routine sprains and strains to concussions, fractures, and arthritis.
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UP Health System – Bell Welcomes Christie Ferrari, DNP, to the Family Medicine Staff
September 21, 2022UP Health System – Bell is pleased to welcome Christie Ferrari, DNP, Family Nurse Practitioner, to the Family Medicine staff. Christie will see and treat patients of all ages for annual wellness visits, high blood pressure, nutrition counseling, chronic diseases, arthritis, allergy injections and more. She earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Northern…
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UP Health System Welcomes Isaac Smith, MD
August 30, 2022UP Health System is pleased to announce Isaac Smith, MD, Pediatrician, has joined its medical staff and will be offering pediatric services to patients at UPHS – Bell.Dr. Smith earned his Bachelor of Science in biomedical sciences from Central Michigan University and later went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine degree at Michigan State University, College of Human…
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UP Health System – Bell Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation
August 14, 2022UP Health System — Bell provides necessary care, resources to patients with chest pain symptoms The American College of Cardiology has recognized UP Health System — Bell for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest pain. UP Health System — Bell has been an accredited Chest Pain Center since 2016, having received…
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UP Health System – Bell Welcomes Mollie Pruett, PA-C, to the Family Medicine Staff
August 02, 2022UP Health System – Bell is pleased to welcome Mollie Pruett, board-certified Physician Assistant, to the Family Medicine staff. Mollie earned her Bachelor of Science in biomedical science from Grand Valley State University and later completed her physician assistant training at Midwestern University. Mollie will focus on treating patients with high blood pressure,…
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UPHS – Bell Heroes | Danielle Carlson, MLT, ASCP
July 25, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Bell?I am a phlebotomist in the Lab at UP Health System – Bell. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I have always wanted a job that would keep me close to home and be able to help others — this position allows me to do just that. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like…
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Count On UP Health System - Bell For Your Rehab Care
July 14, 2022At UP Health System – Bell Rehab Services, it is our goal to get you back to doing what you love and improve your quality of life. Whether you’re overcoming an injury, post-procedure, or looking for a therapy program, we are here to help you gain strength and get back to life. The common conditions treated at UP Health System – Bell Rehab…
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