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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Charlotte "Char" Pera
August 29, 2022What was your first job?While I was a senior in high school, I worked as a volunteer at the hospital during the weekends. I was responsible for getting the trays ready, bringing them to the patients and cleaning up once they were finished. What is your favorite activity that is offered at PortagePointe?The popular activity at PortagePointe is bingo. I enjoy…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Chris Walline
August 26, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a Food & Nutrition Supervisor in the Bistro on Baraga at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I heard that the hospital offered a dependable and great work environment. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? Food…
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10 Tips to Keep Feet Woundless
August 24, 2022While summer may be winding down, the days of feeling sand between the toes, going for a hike or bike ride, or enjoying the delicious benefits of outdoor cooking are not behind us just yet. The laid-back vibes of late summer and early fall are not the easiest to create when trying to prevent a wound from coming on. Patients most at risk of developing a chronic wound are dealing with a strong undertow of conditions, such as diabetes, and that can put a real damper on your plans for fun or exercise.
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Count on Us for Cancer Care
August 24, 2022A cancer diagnosis will change a patient’s life and their loved ones’ lives forever. At UP Health System, our compassionate and experienced staff are here to guide you through your treatment options and get you on the road to recovery. Our Services Clinic evaluations with our oncology specialists Outpatient chemotherapy Radiology (including X-rays, MRI,…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Grace Huhta, RN
August 22, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I am a Registered Nurse in the Labor & Delivery Unit at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My amazing aunt — her name is Molly and she works as a nurse in Minnesota. I always looked up to her and her caring personality towards others. My older two…
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UP Health System – Marquette Welcomes Chief Financial Officer, Henrietta Skeens, CPA
August 22, 2022UP Health System – Marquette is proud to announce that Henrietta Skeens, CPA has been named permanent Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Skeens has served as the hospital’s Interim CFO since May. A seasoned, hands-on finance executive, Henrietta Skeens, CPA, brings extensive experience in private practice, local and regional levels with multiple public…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Merlen Borgialli, AT, ATC
August 19, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am an Athletic Trainer with UP Health System – Rehab Services, a department of UP Health System – Marquette. I'm usually at the Sports Medicine Institute working in outpatient orthopedic rehab both on my own and alongside the physical therapists in the clinic. In the afternoons and evenings, I also provide high…
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Cardiac Emergency in the Heart of the UP | John's Story
August 18, 2022A heart attack can happen anywhere and at any moment — even during a vacation, hundreds of miles from home.
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UP Health System – Marquette Earns Renewal of the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers of the American College of Surgeons
August 17, 2022UP Health System – Marquette provides high-quality care, and resources to patients with breast disease
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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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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Jim Shelly
August 11, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a Volunteer at the information desk at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I once drove the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Van that transported local veterans to their medical appointments, and that inspired me to volunteer more in healthcare. I enjoy doing…
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UP Health System – Marquette Recognized for Excellence with Renewal of ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI Accreditation
August 10, 2022UP Health System – Marquette provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology, has recognized UP Health System – Marquette, a Duke LifePoint hospital, for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. UP Health…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Emma Gariepy, CNA
August 08, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Elder Associate at PortagePointe. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I always knew I wanted to work in healthcare — I always enjoyed learning how the body works and caring for people around the community. What’s a typical day like for…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Nicki Ayotte, RN, BSN
August 05, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a nurse in the Hematology-Oncology department at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? There was never a particular moment or situation that pushed me into healthcare but I've always had a genuine interest in taking care of people — in my home life and…
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Extraordinary Nurses Recognized at UP Health System – Portage
August 04, 2022The DAISY Foundation is a non-profit organization established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes and stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System (DAISY). Nurses 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…
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
August 03, 2022As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations.
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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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UP Health System – Marquette Announces Recipient of the Dr. Julianne Kirkham Award
August 01, 2022Amanda Johnson, PhD, Neuropsychologist in the Behavioral Health department at UP Health System - Marquette, has been chosen as the latest recipient of the Dr. Julianne Kirkham Award. This quarterly award at UP Health System – Marquette recognizes exemplary employees of the support and ancillary departments of the hospital who clearly see their purpose and…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Taryn Kaurala, RN
August 01, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I am a Registered Nurse on the Medical Surgical floor at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?If you asked me six-plus years ago where I thought I would be working, it definitely would not have been me working in healthcare as an RN. After three years of attending…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Amy Jo Kaiser, LPN, BSBA
July 29, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am the Operations Manager for UP Health System – Marquette | Family Medicine, the Family Medicine Residency, and the UP Health System - Trenary clinic. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Family. My grandmother, aunt, and cousin were or are still nurses. My family went through a tragic event…
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