by Cara McDonald | Mar 11, 2022 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
Caring for a loved one can be overwhelming—these expert tips from the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan help prevent burnout and set you up for success. This article first appeared in Traverse, Northern Michigan's magazine. Find this article and more when you...
by Cara McDonald | Mar 9, 2022 | Counties, Live Here, Towns, Work Here
Specializing in neurosurgery at McLaren Northern Michigan, Dr. Justin Thomas is committed to patient-centered care in Petoskey. Learn how he tailored his training to fit what he would be seeing in Northern Michigan and what infrastructure upgrades are being made for...
by Cara McDonald | Mar 9, 2022 | Counties, Live Here, Towns, Work Here
Dr. John Stanifer, Nephrologist at Munson, is bringing a life-changing procedure called plasmapheresis to Northern Michigan. For patients battling cancer and autoimmune disorders, the applications for plasmapheresis can be a game-changer. This article first appeared...
by Rachel Souillere | Oct 22, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Red Hot Best, Towns
From yearly check-ups to additional dental care, Northern Michigan dentists are providing top-quality services. Here are your top 7 Red Hot Best winning dentists who will leave you with a great smile for years to come. A record-breaking 16,000 people voted in...
by Laurel Sutherland | Feb 18, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
Physician brings non-surgical outpatient prostate procedure to McLaren Northern Michigan, providing quicker recovery times. Featured in the 2021 issue of MyNorth Medical Insider. When Bryan Shumaker, M.D., retired from a large urology practice downstate in 2011, he...
by Kandace Chapple | Feb 15, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
The Michigan State Police Angel Program allows anyone suffering from substance abuse to walk into the police department and instead of being arrested, they are offered an “angel” who helps them with rehabilitation. The Angel Program has now come to...
by Laurel Sutherland | Feb 15, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
Northern Michigan healthcare professionals worked tirelessly on the frontlines when the pandemic hit the region and the battle continues. We’re sharing some of their stories here—stories of incredible interdisciplinary teamwork, grit and resilience, long hours...
by Laurel Sutherland | Feb 12, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
Michigan native and Neurosurgeon Dr. Gary Rajah joined Munson Healthcare in June 2020 to expand Munson Healthcare’s stroke center. Rajah is already making a difference in the lives of people impacted by a stroke in Northern Michigan by bringing endovascular...
by Laurel Sutherland | Feb 12, 2021 | Counties, Live Here, Towns
If you long for a healthcare provider who knows you, your family and your healthcare story, you’re not alone. Both providers and patients pine for a more meaningful doctor-patient relationship. Fortunately, the healthcare system is moving toward a more...