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UP Health System – Bell Named Lifepoint Health National Quality Leader
September 13, 2024This designation is a node to achievements in patient and family engagement, quality care and patient safety.
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UP Health System – Portage Announces New Robotic-Assisted Surgical System
September 10, 2024Minimally invasive surgery improves patient outcomes and reduces recovery time.
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UP Health System – Portage Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program Recertified by Industry Leader
September 09, 2024UP Health System – Portage (UPHS – Portage) is proud to announce the recertification of its cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is a recognition of UPHS – Portage's commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards…
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to Environmental Services
September 05, 2024UP Health System is committed to providing a clean and safe care environment, and we are taking all precautionary measures to safeguard our staff, providers and those we serve against the spread of illness. Our hospital is clean and safe – just like it always has been! One of the core elements of properly managing infectious diseases is the cleanliness of our…
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UP Health System – Portage Honors Ambulatory Care Unit Nurse, Janelle Johnson, RN, with DAISY Award
September 05, 2024UP Health System – Portage is proud to honor Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) Nurse, Janelle Johnson, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is given out every quarter and is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care provided to patients and families every day. Janelle cares for…
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Get Vaccinated to Protect Yourself and Our Community this Flu Season
September 05, 2024Shortened days and chilly temperatures are clear signs that autumn has arrived. Unfortunately, another sign of the season is increased flu activity. Flu season can last from autumn to as late as May, peaking between December and February. It often results in millions of illnesses, hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and tens of thousands of deaths.
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Celebrating World Breastfeeding Month with UPHS – Bell Lactation Consultant Christie Ferrari, DNP
August 30, 2024For some women, establishing breastfeeding can come with relative ease. For others, it can be challenging — taking significant time and effort to settle into a strong rhythm with baby. Moms in the wake of new parenthood can be assured that facing barriers in infant feeding is common — you are not alone. It's not a one-size-fits-all approach and success depends…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Jamie Durand, RT (R)(M)
August 29, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a registered radiologic technologist and mammographer in the Imaging Department at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? My inspiration for getting into healthcare would be from my personal experiences. As a child, one of my family members needed a lot…
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UP Health System – Marquette Honors Emergency Department Nurse, Amanda Nettleton, RN, with DAISY Award
August 28, 2024UP Health System – Marquette is proud to honor Amanda Nettleton, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is given out every quarter and is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care provided to patients and families every day. Amanda cares for patients in the Emergency…
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Supporting New Parents with a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician at UPHS – Portage
August 28, 2024From safe sleep to feeding and diapering and everything between, becoming a new parent or taking on caregiving responsibilities can be overwhelming. At the UP Health System – Portage Family Birthing Center, our staff is trained to provide all the necessary education to help ensure a smooth transition home after discharge, including the first step out — the car…
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Back to School Tips with UPHS – Portage Nurse Practitioner, Toni Clisch
August 20, 2024When the days get shorter and colder, it’s a sign that another school year is just around the corner for many children. As you begin to tackle your back-to-school to-do lists, Toni Clisch, NP, internal medicine, UP Health System – Portage, shares a few tips to help ensure your child and family are ready for another successful and healthy school year. Q: As…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Michael Perrault, RN, BSN, CEN
August 16, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a registered nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department (ED) at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I took a course in high school where we were able to go into the hospital. I enjoyed this course and decided to pursue a nursing degree. What’s a…
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UPHS - Bell Heroes | James Winkowski, CRT
August 16, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Bell? I'm a certified respiratory therapist in the Cardiopulmonary department. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Working in a job to help people. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? Doing breathing tests, EEGs, EKGs, helping out in the Emergency Department…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Kristin Vichich, RN
August 16, 2024What is your role at UP Health System – Portage? I am a nurse for the Internal Medicine and Nephrology Clinics. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? After working in insurance for five years, I realized that I really liked working with medical records but I wanted to be on the other side of the insurance claim, helping people. What’s a…
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UP Health System Welcomes Emergency Medicine Physician and Munising Native Sara Sutherland, MD
August 14, 2024UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) is pleased to announce the addition of Sara Sutherland, MD, to its team of emergency medicine physicians. A native of Munising, Dr. Sutherland brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the community to her new role. As an emergency medicine physician, Dr. Sutherland is trained to handle a wide range…
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UP Health System - Bell Celebrates First Graduate of RN Resident Program
August 12, 2024Emma Bleau, RN (center), is pictured with Senior Nursing Officer June Hanson and Clinical Educator Melissa Perry, RN. UP Health System – Bell (UPHS – Bell) is celebrating the first graduate of its Registered Nurse (RN) Resident Apprenticeship Program. Emma Bleau, RN, joined the program upon its launch in August of 2023 and went on to successfully…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Dakota Halquist
August 08, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a cashier at the Bistro on Baraga at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? My dad. He worked in maintenance at the hospital and suggested the cafe as a first job. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this…
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UP Medical Group Launches Bone Health Clinic in Marquette to Combat Osteoporosis
August 07, 2024UP Medical Group, in collaboration with the Advanced Center for Orthopedics, is pleased to announce the opening of its bone health clinic to address the growing concern of osteoporosis among Upper Peninsula residents. Led by Physician Issam El Bizri, MD, and Certified Physician Assistant Allison Blaksmith, PA-C, the clinic will offer comprehensive services focused on…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Lauralee Clement, LPN
August 02, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a quality lead II at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I grew up in Marquette and knew I wanted to work and raise my family here. I had an aunt who worked as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the hospital clinics which provided me the inspiration…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Renee DeRusha, MA
July 26, 2024What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a medical assistant at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have always enjoyed being involved in helping people who need healthcare and making a difference in their lives. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like…
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