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Register to Become an Organ Donor this Donate Life Month
April 20, 2022April is National Donate Life Month – a time to raise awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation, encourage individuals to register as donors and honor those who have saved and healed lives through the gift of donation.
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Count On Us for Wound Care.
April 18, 2022Millions of Americans suffer from chronic, non-healing wounds that can linger. At UP Health System – Bell our trained staff work with patients of all ages and backgrounds to assess the situation and create a customized plan that will create the right environment for wound healing. Our staff will work with you from beginning to end to help you get back on your…
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UPHS — Portage Heroes | Aylee Dessellier, R.T. (R) (ARRT)
April 18, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am a Radiologic Technologist at UP Health System — Portage Express Care, located in Calumet. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?I've always wanted to have a positive impact on people's lives and to help them feel better. I cannot think of any better way to do that, than to work in a…
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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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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Elaine Pavolich
April 11, 2022This monthly spotlight will feature a resident at PortagePointe. We look forward to getting to know a resident and sharing their life lessons! What was your first job? My first job was taking care of my four children, as well as being a nurse's aide for 43 years. In 1956, I started at St. Joesph's where I worked with four other staff to help treat 70…
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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 - Portage Welcomes Douglas Sutcliffe, NP-C, to the Emergency Medicine Staff
April 06, 2022HANCOCK, Mich. | UP Health System – Portage (UPHS – Portage) is pleased to welcome Douglas Sutcliffe, NP-C, to the Emergency Medicine staff. Douglas earned both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in Nursing at Walden University and is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Douglas prioritizes treating patients like…
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April and Allergy Season: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 05, 2022by Bobby Joseph M.D., FAAAAI | Allergy & ImmunologyDid you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that.An allergen is…
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UPHS - Portage Heroes | Jason Matthews, Cook
April 04, 2022What is your title and role at UPHS – Portage?My role is to prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the elders at PortagePointe. From time to time I will also bake when needed. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? At first, getting into healthcare, I was pretty nervous about it. However, my mom is a nurse at UPHS – Portage and…
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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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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Ivan Tolley
March 07, 2022What was your first job? My first job was farming when I was 18 years old. What is your favorite activity that is offered at PortagePointe? My favorite activity is bingo, but I also enjoy playing different card games. What are the most important lessons you have learned in your life?The most important life lesson I have learned throughout my…
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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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UP Health System – Marquette Announces Recipient of the Dr. Julianne Kirkham Award
February 24, 2022Todd Valente, Anesthesia Technician in the Operating Room 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 importance in…
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Having Fun Supports Health & Well-Being | Recreational Therapy Month
February 22, 2022From Left: Michelle Cheney, CTRS; Cathy Jordan, MS, CTRS; Lori Paquette, Rehab Technician.We lead very busy lives. Whether we’re keeping up with family obligations, managing tasks at work or school, or coping with change — both planned or unexpected — it can be easy to forget about taking care of your own personal well-being. But if left unchecked,…
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