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2023 Hope Starts Here Sponsors — the Livermore family, in Honor of Rebecca Livermore
May 23, 2023Rebecca (Way) Livermore with her husband, Shane, and their daughters, Lennon and Presley Marquette, Michigan | May 23, 2023 — When reflecting on her sister’s legacy, it’s Rebecca’s strength, resiliency, and perseverance that Molly Livermore quickly recalls. Rebecca was a wife, mother of two beautiful daughters, a successful financial advisor, a…
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Extraordinary Nurses Recognized at UP Health System – Portage
May 11, 2023Nurses at UP Health System – Portage are being honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day. The DAISY Foundation is a non-profit organization established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes and…
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UP Health System – Marquette Honors Longtime NICU Nurse with DAISY Award
May 11, 2023UP Health System – Marquette is proud to honor Melissa Anderson, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is given out on a quarterly basis and is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide to patients and families every day. Melissa cares for our tiniest…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Melanie Murray
May 05, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am a Unit Clerk in the Emergency Department (ED) at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? My awesome neighbors and former longtime hospital employees, Shirley and Dean Jackson, mentioned it to me way back and I jumped at the opportunity! Before…
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UP Health System – Portage Names 2023 Mercy Award Winner, Lexi Pyykkonen
May 02, 2023Lexi Pyykkonen recognized for demonstrating compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Jason Hausmann, RPSGT, RST, REEGT, CNIM
April 21, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am the Manager of the Neurophysiology and Sleep Lab at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Making a difference and caring for people in our local community. What is a typical day like for you working in this field? My…
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Tick Safety | UP Health System - Portage
April 21, 2023Tick exposure can occur year-round, however, most ticks become active during the warmers months (April – September). At UP Health System – Portage, your health is important to us and we are here to help guide you in the right direction with a few tricks and tips this tick season.Before you go outdoors Spring, summer and fall in the Upper Peninsula (UP) is the…
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The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce and UP Health System – Portage Proudly Present the Touch a Truck and Classic Car Show to the 2023 Bridgefest Lineup
April 20, 2023The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce and UP Health System – Portage is excited to present once again the Touch a Truck and Classic Car Show to the 2023 Bridgefest Lineup. This year, we are pleased to have both the touch a truck and classic car show at one location – Kearly Stadium at Michigan Tech University (lots 24 & 85) thanks to a recent collaboration with…
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UP Health System - Marquette Heroes | Robbie Jo Fezatt
April 14, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am the Social Worker and Discharge Planner for the Inpatient Rehab Unit at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? While growing up I had family members with illnesses and needed support in navigating the services, systems, and programs. I did…
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UP Health System – Bell Welcomes Occupational Medicine Provider, Elaine Schuhmacher, FNP
April 12, 2023UP Health System – Bell is pleased to announce the addition of Elaine Schuhmacher, FNP, to the Occupational Medicine team. A board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Elaine specializes in commercial driver medical exams, drug testing, immunizations, respirator medical clearance, and infectious disease testing (COVID, RSV, and seasonal flu). “I strive…
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Tips for Surviving Springtime Allergy Season
April 10, 2023Spring is just starting to make its way into the Upper Peninsula — and Spring can bring its fair share of itchy and watery eyes, nasal congestion, and breathing issues, but you shouldn’t have to suffer. April brings tree and grass pollen and other allergens that can cause us to wheeze, sneeze, and sniffle our way through the season we have all been waiting…
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UP Health System - Marquette Heroes | Cathy Erspamer
April 07, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am the Patient Service Representative (PSR) Supervisor for UP Health System – Marquette | Family Medicine. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I took a health occupational class in high school and that sparked my interest. What is a typical day like for…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Samantha Kytta
April 04, 2023What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am a Patient Service Representative in the Internal Medicine Suite at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I was looking for a career that would give me the opportunity and satisfaction of helping more people in need. What's a typical day look like for…
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UP Health System - Marquette Heroes | Shaquita Jones
March 31, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am Operations Manager for the Brain & Spine Center at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? My inspiration for getting into healthcare was to simply make a difference in the lives of those in my community. I have always had a passion for…
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UP Health System – Marquette Brings the Latest Innovation in Pulmonology and Lung Biopsy to the Upper Peninsula
March 29, 2023Minimally invasive robotic surgery improves patient outcomes and reduces recovery time UP Health System – Marquette, a Duke Lifepoint Hospital and Duke Health Affiliate, is pleased to announce it has acquired the latest innovation in robotic technology for minimally invasive lung biopsy. Robotic surgery allows providers to insert surgical instruments through one…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Tamar Gagnon, RN, BSN
March 25, 2023What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am a Clinical Educator and a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I have always wanted to be a nurse, and I knew that since kindergarten. What's a typical day look like for you?As a clinical educator,…
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UP Health System - Marquette Heroes | Peggy Lindeman
March 24, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am the Point of Care Coordinator for the Laboratory at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I loved math and science in school and always enjoyed learning how things worked. I grew up watching M*A*S*H and China Beach, so some of my…
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UP Health System – Bell Women’s Health Now Offering MonaLisa Touch
March 22, 2023UP Health System – Bell Women’s Health is excited to now offer MonaLisa Touch to women of Marquette County and beyond. MonaLisa Touch is a fractional CO2 laser for gynecologic use to deliver energy to the vaginal wall—the five-minute laser procedure is performed in the comfort of your provider’s office. "We are thrilled to be able to add this…
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UP Health System – Marquette Welcomes New Providers and Expands Electrophysiology Services in the Upper Peninsula
March 22, 2023Providing essential, high-quality heart and vascular care close to home UP Health System – Marquette, a Duke Lifepoint Hospital and Duke Health Affiliate, is pleased to reintroduce and welcome electrophysiologists Brian Jaffe, MD; Daniel Buerkel, MD; and Matthew Fedor, MD; to the Heart and Vascular team. Your heart generally has a predictable, steady rhythm. But…
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UP Health System - Marquette Heroes | Ashley Veale, PA-C
March 20, 2023What is your role at UP Health System – Marquette? I am an Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? As a child, a close family member of mine had cancer and I was frequently surrounded by medical professionals. I found myself looking up to them in many…
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