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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Elaine Pavolich
April 11, 2022
This 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...
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UPHS - Portage Heroes | Jason Matthews, Cook
April 4, 2022
What 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....
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Celebrating National Doctors Day | March 30, 2022
March 30, 2022
Each 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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Choose Healthy Greens This St. Patrick's Day | March is National Nutrition Month
March 17, 2022
Looking for something green this St. Patrick's Day? You’re in luck — there’s a huge variety of delicious fruits and veggies to bring more nutrients to your diet and improve your overall health.
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Stefanie Maatta, Adc
February 21, 2022
Stefanie Maatta, is the Activities Coordinator for PortagePointe. What is your role at UPHS-Portage? I am the Activity Coordinator at PortagePointe. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?My inspiration for getting into healthcare is my family. My sister inspired me to get a job in healthcare, where I switched positions a couple...
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The Suites of Up Health System – Portage
February 15, 2022
At UP Health System – Portage we have a variety of different suites that are based on the provider specialties. UP Medical Group – Portage (PMG) and Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center (UGL) suites are located within the Main Campus in Hancock, MI. Suite 1: PMG – Orthopedics – General...
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Patrick Prouty Jr. Rn, Bsn
February 14, 2022
Patrick Prouty Jr. is a Registered Nurse in the Med Surg Department at UP Health System – Portage. What is your role at UPHS-Portage? I am a Registered Nurse in the Med Surg Department at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have always felt a calling...
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Up Health System – Portage Now Offering Weekly Positron Emission Tomography (Pet) Services
February 7, 2022
UP Health System – Portage is now offering regular advanced imaging technology for cancer patients. The PET/CT system helps doctors better understand, track, and treat cancer. By offering this service on weekly basis, patients can have quick access to care – close to home. Positron Emission Tomography (PET) systems allow cancer...
read moreWelcome Keith Wright, DO to Internal Medicine Clinic at UP Health System - Portage
February 6, 2022
UP Health System - Portage is pleased to welcome Keith Wright, DO, back to the Keweenaw to join it's Internal Medicine Clinic. Dr. Wright earned his Bachelor of Science from Michigan Technological University before receiving his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then...
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UPHS-Portage Heroes | Robin Ranta
January 17, 2022
Robin Ranta, Patient Service Representative for UP Health System – Portage. What is your title and role at UPHS-Portage? I am a Patient Service Representative at UP Health System – Portage. I assist patients with scheduling appointments, as well as helping patients when they first arrive for their appointments. What was your inspiration...
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