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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Michelle Augustyn
August 28, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am the patient experience officer at UPHS – Marquette.. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I took a circuitous route to getting into health care. My background is in biological sciences, and health care was not on my horizon with my first degree. After my own personal experiences with the health care system, I realized I wanted to take a more active role. I wanted to help impact the health and safety of others in a positive way. I chose a nursing career, which ultimately opened the door to the position I am in now.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Megan Richards, RN
August 21, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a registered nurse on the sixth floor (medical/surgical) at UP Health System–Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I’ve always enjoyed helping people, so becoming a nurse seemed like the perfect fit. What’s a typical day like for you? What is it like working in this field? There is no “typical” day in my job, and that’s what I love about it. Each day challenges me in different ways and pushes me to be flexible and roll with whatever comes my way. I help train many new hires on our floor and enjoy being a helping hand to those who need me.
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Trusted care, anywhere: How telemedicine expands access to high-quality health care
August 21, 2025At UP Health System and our clinics across the Upper Peninsula (UP), care happens every day in our hospitals and clinics — and now, it also happens virtually through telemedicine. We know that meeting with a doctor on a screen may be new for some patients. You may wonder if a virtual visit can really offer the same quality of care as being face to face. The answer is yes — because whether you’re in the exam room or on a video call, you’re still getting care right here at home from a qualified provider, connected to your local care team.
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Back-to-School Health & Wellness Tips for a Strong Start
August 14, 2025As summer days grow shorter and the school year draws near, it’s the perfect time to set your family up for a healthy, productive year ahead. Here are some practical ways to prepare your kids—and yourself—for the return to the classroom. 1. Book annual check-ups now. The start of a new school year is an ideal reminder to schedule yearly physicals. These visits allow your child’s provider to perform a complete exam, confirm vaccinations are current, and address any concerns you may have. Adding it to your back-to-school checklist ensures it won’t be overlooked.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Michelle Palomaki
August 14, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a Regional Director of Specialty Services at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I’ve always been fascinated by the human body and its incredible capabilities. From an early age, I knew I wanted to be involved in a field where I could make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. That passion continues to drive my commitment to supporting others through healthcare.
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UP Health System – Marquette Heart & Vascular Certified Medical Assistant Mariah Lewis Honored with Julianne Kirkham Award
August 11, 2025UP Health System – Marquette Heart & Vascular Certified Medical Assistant Mariah Lewis Honored with Julianne Kirkham Award.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Kathy Haglund
August 08, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a controller at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? The hospital was one of the big employers back in the day. I thought accounting for a hospital would be a rewarding challenge.
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UP Health System – Marquette Recognized for Excellence with Renewal of ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI Accreditation
August 07, 2025UP Health System – Marquette Recognized for Excellence with Renewal of ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI Accreditation
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | David Cable, MD
July 31, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?
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UP Health System – Marquette Earns ACR Accreditation for Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
July 31, 2025UP Health System – Marquette Earns ACR Accreditation for Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
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UP Health System – Marquette Earns U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Award
July 29, 2025UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) has been named among U.S. News & World Report’s 2025–2026 Best Hospitals edition as a high-performing hospital for spinal fusion and pacemaker implantation. This is the highest distinction a hospital can earn as part of U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Procedures & Conditions ratings.
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UP Health System – Marquette earns American College of Radiology Accreditation in Computed Tomography
July 28, 2025UP Health System – Marquette earns American College of Radiology Accreditation in Computed Tomography
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Peggy Seaver
July 25, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a Care Aide in the staffing pool at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? This goes way back to my senior year in high school when I took a nurses aide training class. I find it very rewarding to assist those in need.
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UP Health System – Marquette is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care in the Upper Peninsula
July 22, 2025The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care.
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UP Health System – Marquette Welcomes Emergency Medicine Physician Ryan Miller, MD
July 21, 2025UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) is pleased to welcome Ryan Miller, MD, to its team of emergency medicine physicians. Dr. Miller brings strong clinical training, a passion for patient care and a commitment to improving the health of the Marquette community.
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UP Health System – Marquette Welcomes Neurosurgeon Nathan Esplin, MD
July 18, 2025UP Health System – Marquette is pleased to welcome board-certified neurosurgeon Nathan Esplin, MD, to its Brain and Spine Center. He provides specialized care for a wide range of neurological and spinal conditions, with clinical interests in spine surgery, cranial surgery and neuromodulation.
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UP Health System – Marquette Earns National ACR Accreditation for MRI Services
July 03, 2025UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) has been awarded accreditation in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) by the American College of Radiology (ACR) Commission on Quality and Safety. This accreditation recognizes the hospital’s excellence in MRI imaging of the body, breast, head, musculoskeletal system, spine and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA).
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UP Health System – Marquette Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
June 26, 2025American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes sustained, high-level performance in quality of care MARQUETTE, Mich. (June 26, 2025) — UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance...
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Brian Belmore
June 20, 2025What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a second shift maintenance worker at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have had many family members work in healthcare, and it's rewarding to make a difference in our community when others are at their...
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UP Health System – Marquette Opens Second Registration Area to Improve Access and Reduce Walking Distance for Patients
June 16, 2025MARQUETTE, Mich. (June 16, 2025) — UP Health System – Marquette has opened a second patient registration area to help improve access, reduce walking distances and enhance the overall patient experience. The new registration space was created in response to feedback from patients and families who shared challenges navigating appointments at...
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