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Honoring Those Who Care for Our Community
May 03, 2022Each May, it is my honor to take a moment to pause and reflect on the tireless work and dedication that our local healthcare teams exhibit every day of the year as they care for our community. I’m fortunate to work alongside the many dedicated physicians, nurses, clinical staff, employees, and volunteers that make up our talented healthcare team at UP Health System, as well as local EMS personnel who partner with us in delivering exceptional care. Throughout this month, we will celebrate three important national observances to recognize our nurses, hospital staff, and EMS workers – all of whom are essential to advancing our mission of Making Communities Healthier.
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Preparing for Your New Baby | Resources Available for Expecting Parents
May 02, 2022From finding baby gear, prepping older siblings and loved ones, and creating a birth plan – we know there’s a lot to do when you’re expecting a new addition to the family. Whether this will be your first baby or your fourth, childbirth classes can help you and your loved ones feel more prepared for the big day.
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UPHS — Marquette Heroes | Kathy Jo Stratton, LPN
April 22, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Getting my Medical First Responder (MFR) certification and then my Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license taught me that I truly wanted to help people beyond just getting them to the…
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UPHS — Marquette Heroes | Karin Markey, MSN, RN, CPPS
April 15, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am the Director of Quality and the Patient Safety Officer. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?In high school, I knew I loved science and helping people. I explored becoming a physician and physical therapist... and then my mom suggested nursing. She worked in Human Resources at our local health system, and…
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Cardiac Emergency in the Heart of the UP | John's Story
April 06, 2022“I want to thank the team who acted so quickly to save my life. I know that I can count on the healthcare professionals in the Upper Peninsula.”
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Lori Moreau, RN, CDCES
April 01, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am an RN and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at UP Health System - Doctors Park in Escanaba. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Four of my brothers and sisters have worked in healthcare, so I guess that could definitely be an inspiration. Truthfully, I just always wanted to be a…
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Celebrating National Doctors Day | March 30, 2022
March 30, 2022Each year in the U.S. we celebrate Doctors Day on March 30 to celebrate the contributions physicians make to the healthcare profession and to the communities they serve.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Jennifer Fegan, R.T.(R)(CT)(AART)
March 25, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a CT Technologist in Medical Imaging and am certified and registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography and Computed Tomography (CT). What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Healthcare is actually my second career. For 10 years I worked in the mental health…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Jonathon Schwake, MD
March 24, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a gastroenterologist in the Digestive and Liver Clinic at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I enjoyed studying biology and physiology early in my education and decided that helping people through delivering healthcare is the best way to find fulfillment and purpose in…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Amy Adams, RT(R)(MR)
March 11, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am the MRI Supervisor at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My inspiration is the people you meet in the field of healthcare – both the patients and those I work with. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field?Every day and…
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Navigating Diabetes | Phil's Story
March 10, 2022“We’ve learned a lot about this form of diabetes and now understand that remaining misdiagnosed could have gotten increasingly dangerous. When I have questions, Mike and his team genuinely listen to me and address my concerns. They’ve all been so helpful.”
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Brandon Lawson
March 04, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Hospital Supervisor at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My first degree was in Exercise Science. I originally considered a career in Athletic Training or Physical Therapy because I was always involved in sports while growing up. I didn’t enjoy it as much as I…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Justine Nelson
February 25, 2022Justine Nelson, Care Aide/Unit Clerk on the Behavioral Health Unit at UP Health System – Marquette. What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Care Aide/Unit Clerk on the Behavioral Health Unit at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My great aunt had a stroke when she was very young. Growing up, I…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Randy Schwemin, LPN, EMT
February 17, 2022Randy Schwemin, LPN, EMT, Clinic LPN at UP Health System – Lakewood Family Medicine. What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Clinic LPN at UP Health System – Lakewood Family Medicine. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I have always known that caring for others is what I was meant to do. Over the past 20 years, I have held…
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UP Health System – Marquette | Family Medicine Welcomes Crystal Caughy, PA-C, MMS, to Sault Ste. Marie Clinic
February 17, 2022SAULT STE. MARIE, MI | February 17, 2022 | UP Health System is pleased to welcome Crystal Caughy, PA-C, MMS, to the Family Medicine Sault Ste. Marie clinic. Caughy joins UP Health System from Baltimore, MD, where she worked in anesthesia and critical care medicine at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. Caughy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Gerontology from the University of…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Kimberly O’Neill, MLS(ASCP)
February 11, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am the Lead Technician for Transfusion Services at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I always enjoyed science in school, leading me to pursue a career in a lab setting. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field?It’s very…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Chrissie Stanaway
February 04, 2022Chrissie Stanaway, Practice Manager of UP Health System – Sault Ste. Marie. What is your role at UP Health System?I am the Practice Manager for UP Health System – Sault Ste. Marie. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I enjoy working in this field because I enjoy helping people. Healthcare allows me to do that every day. It’s rewarding…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Heather Corden, BSRT(T)
January 28, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Radiation Therapist for the Cancer Center at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I have a passion for helping others. I knew I wanted to join a career field where I could care for my community and also build relationships with my patients. Radiation Therapy definitely…
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UPHS — Marquette Heroes | Darryl Niemi
January 21, 2022Darryl Niemi, Information Desk Attendant and Patient Transporter at UP Health System – Marquette. What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am an Information Desk Attendant and Patient Transporter at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I was inspired by the opportunity to help patients and visitors have a…
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Keeping You Moving with Physical Therapy | Norbert’s Story
January 18, 2022"Before seeing Brad and Katie, just lifting my arm to reach something felt difficult. Now, look at me!”
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