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UPHS – Marquette Hero: Amy Kilroy, MPH, CIC
March 16, 2020Amy Kilroy’s role as an Infection Preventionist at UP Health System – Marquette can bring new and unique challenges on a daily basis. From talking with patients to meeting with medical directors, Amy is always working on the best ways to educate the public and practice proactive measures to ensure the best safety measures possible for UPHS –…
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In the Mix: Why it might be time to add routine colonoscopies to your health journey
March 03, 2020It’s a scene many of us can recall. You arrive home from school, rush to your bedroom and tune your boombox to your favorite radio station. You pop in a blank cassette tape, or one you’ve recorded over so many times before, to capture the songs you love – or the songs you hope someone else will love, too. If that scene of adding favorite songs to your…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes: Bryan Carlson
March 03, 2020After moving to the UP six years ago, Bryan Carlson found himself serving the area in various roles as a driver. He worked for the county plowing runways and running heavy equipment before lowing the highways for the Marquette County Road Commission. Eventually, he served the Marquette School System as he transported students around. So it was only natural he would…
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UP Health System - Portage Adds Lithotripsy Services
February 26, 2020UP Health System - Portage announced today the addition of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) to its Urology services. ESWL is a treatment that fragments kidney stones without the need for surgery. Shock waves transmitted through the skin shatter the stone with little effect on surrounding tissue. Its variable shockwave frequency and multiple power levels…
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UP Health System – Bell Recognized by the Chartis Center for Rural Health as a 2020 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital
February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 – UP Health System – Bell in Ishpeming, Michigan, today announced it has been named a 2020 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. UPHS – Bell is the only hospital in Michigan to receive this designation. This annual award honoring rural hospital performance is determined by the results of iVantage…
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UPHS – Marquette Hero: Paul Dishaw
February 18, 2020Whether it’s giving directions, helping someone in or out of a wheelchair or ensuring no one slips getting out of their cars, Paul Dishaw does a bit of everything to help patients and visitors at UPHS – Marquette. The length of his title alone speaks to his versatility: Supervisor Patient Transports/Concierge Front Information Desk.“I just like taking…
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New mother Dayna Hodgins gets care she needs at UPHS
February 13, 2020Depression and anxiety have always been a part of Dayna Hodgins’ life, and those feelings managed to persist during her first pregnancy. Still, she held out hope it was just a part of the prenatal process — something typical for first-time mothers. To cope, she told herself the sad thoughts would eventually be replaced with the joy of giving birth to her son.…
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UP Health System - Portage Earns 5-Star CMS Rating for Overall Hospital Quality
February 12, 2020UP Health System - Portage announced that it has been awarded five stars in the latest round of Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). UPHS - Portage's Overall Hospital Quality 5-Star Rating puts it in the top 11% of all hospitals in the U.S. with respect to patient safety and the overall patient experience.…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes: Amy Racine
February 10, 2020Throughout her life, Amy Racine, RN, BSN, has always been a source of comfort for those close to her. Whenever anyone in her family is facing a health issue, she is typically the first person they reach out to. “I come from a large family, and everyone calls me for any kind of medical advice,” Amy said. “The comfort is just who I am.” Her…
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UPHS – Marquette Hero: Amanda Benson
February 10, 2020The draw to medicine was always there for Amanda Benson — even in her childhood. Physiology fascinated her and she enjoyed reading about the inner workings of the human body and how all the various organ systems functioned within. Her interest then expanded to the personal side of medicine. “As I got older, I discovered I really liked the…
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UP Health System – Sault Ste. Marie welcomes Andrew Fellers, MD, to its Family Medicine team
February 04, 2020UPHS – Sault Ste. Marie is pleased to announce the addition of Andrew Fellers, MD, to its Family Medicine team. Dr. Fellers and his wife, Katerina Fellers, PA-C join Ashly Ellis, NPC at the family medicine clinic located in Avery Square. Dr. Fellers earned his Doctor of Medicine from Loma Linda University before completing his residency at St. Joseph Family…
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UP Health System – Sault Ste. Marie welcomes Katerina Fellers, PA-C, to its Family Medicine team
February 04, 2020UPHS – Sault Ste. Marie is pleased to welcome Katerina Fellers, PA-C, to its Family Medicine team. She and her husband Andrew Fellers, MD join Ashly Ellis, FNP at the family medicine clinic located in Avery Square. Katerina earned her Masters of Physician Studies at Kettering College, where she also received her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and was Summa…
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Heroes of UPHS – Portage: Kimberly Peterson, Patient Financial Representative
February 03, 2020What is your title and role at UPHS-Portage? I am a Patient Financial Representative; I bill commercial insurance companies and work at the Houghton Family Health Center. How long have you been employed here? Have you always been in the same position? I have been back with Portage for just over a year. I was previously employe by Portage for about 8 years and…
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28 Days of Heart: Getting a Jump Start on Being Heart Smart
February 02, 2020If the classic shape of a heart pops into your mind when you think of February, you’re not alone. With Valentine’s Day falling at the exact mid-point of the month, stores are filled with heart-shaped cards, candy, and more to celebrate the annual holiday of love. But there’s another reason that hearts should be on your mind right now. Each February we…
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29 Days of Heart: This Leap Year, Take Charge of Your Heart
January 31, 2020This February marks not only American Heart Month, but another leap year. That means an extra day to enjoy quality time with family and friends. An extra day to chase after your 2020 goals. And an extra day to focus on your heart health. Because, while leap year adds an extra day to the calendar, staying focused on maintaining good heart health can help add years to your…
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How the UPHS – Portage Fitness Center Helped Marcia Achieve her Health & Fitness Goals
January 31, 2020As someone who lives an active lifestyle, Marcia Goodrich was left without a place to exercise when her local gym closed. With a wide range of options in the area, Marcia did her research to find a gym that was the perfect option for her. That’s when she trusted the UP Health System – Portage Fitness Center to help her achieve her health and fitness…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes: Nancy Saundri
January 30, 2020Whether it’s through her church or remaining committed to assisting UP Health System – Marquette, Nancy Saundri has consistently found herself in a role where she’s helping other people. Her first position with UPHS came as a receptionist in the central billing office, where she worked for 18 years. And over the last six years, she’s served as a…
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UPHS welcomes back Dr. Santosh Gowda to hematology and oncology team
January 28, 2020ESCANABA — UP Health System is pleased to announce the addition of Santosh Gowda, MD, to UPHS’ hematology and oncology team. Dr. Gowda is returning to Escanaba after having previously worked in the area from 2009-14 as a Medical Oncology/Hematology Physician. “After having worked at several hospitals in the US and India, I find the UP Health System to…
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UP Health System - Portage Named a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader
January 27, 2020UP Health System - Portage today announced that it has been named a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader, recognizing it's continued efforts in transforming its culture of safety and achieving high standards of quality care, performance improvement, and patient engagement. The designation replaces the hospital's former recognition as a Duke LifePoint Quality…
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UPHS Heroes: Zac Deforge
January 23, 2020Around a year ago, Zac Deforge suffered a stroke. The experience was jarring for the UPHS – Marquette barista who had become a mainstay at the coffee shop after working there for four years. In the follow up to Deforge’s stroke, his co-workers rallied around him by holding a spaghetti dinner and a prize raffle drawing in order to assist in funding his…
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