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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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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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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Samantha Maki
July 25, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I am an elder associate at PortagePointe for UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I've always wanted to work in the healthcare setting and be able to take care of/help different people. It is very rewarding. What’s a typical day like for you? What is…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Robert and Barbara Grove
July 21, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? We both serve as Volunteers in the Gift Well at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Barbara: Before I retired from my teaching career, a coworker volunteered at the hospital and recommended it, and here we are today.Robert: My wife had been volunteering for years,…
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Unstoppable | Robin's Story
July 20, 2022“I want to thank the amazing team of women that took care of me because, without them, my life would look a lot different."
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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Judy Mayer
July 18, 2022This monthly spotlight will feature a resident at PortagePointe. We look forward to getting to know a resident and sharing their life lessons!
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Debbie Henley
July 15, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am the Manager of Support Services in the Information Technology (IT) department at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?After I finished my Marketing & Management degree at Northern Michigan University I knew I wanted to stay in the area. I started looking at…
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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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First, Walking. Next, Adventuring | Matt's Story
July 14, 2022“So many people helped me get to where I am today – the EMTs, the surgery team, the nurses in the ICU, and everyone on the rehab unit. I knew I could count on them during such an uncertain time."
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Amber Holombo, CCHT
July 11, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am the Dialysis Department Coordinator for UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Olivia, RN
July 08, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am a Registered Nurse on the Adult Behavioral Unit at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I had been cycling through different college majors while working a retail job when my mom suggested that I apply at her work, which at the time was a Memory Care Unit. I worked…
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Keep Safe, Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
July 06, 2022School’s out and that means one thing: summer is officially here! As the days grow longer and brighter, many of us will be taking full advantage of summer, whether its enjoying backyard barbeques, lazy days by the pool or even the occasional fireworks display. No matter how you choose to enjoy your summer, it’s important to stay alert and protect yourself and…
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Getting Back to Enjoying Camp | Dave's Story
July 05, 2022“I want to thank my therapist, Alysse, and the other rehabilitation specialists at UP Health System – Portage for such a positive experience and for motivating me to become stronger and healthier. Without them, I could not have properly healed my leg.”
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UP Health System - Bell Express Care
June 28, 2022UP Health System – Bell Express Care provides quality and compassionate care close to home. Knowing where to go to get the right care you need can be confusing – and we want you to count on us to help you receive the right care. Bell Express Care provides services for acute illness and non-life-threatening injuries for patients of all ages. We are…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Kayla Hakala, RN
June 27, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I am a registered nurse (RN) and soon will be an RN at PortagePointe full-time. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I always wanted to be able to help those in need. I consider myself to be very empathetic and compassionate — it gives me all sorts of joy to be able to help and care for others.…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Kim Santiago
June 24, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette?I am the Patient Transport Supervisor at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My first real exposure to the field of healthcare was when my mother underwent brain surgery. Seeing the cooperation, compassion, and determination portrayed by hospital staff of all kinds to ensure…
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