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Munson Medical Center (MMC) is strengthening its commitment to safety and security with the installation of new, state-of-the-art security and weapons detections systems at the hospital’s main lobby and Emergency Department entrances. The systems were installed earlier this month.

 “We take the...

Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) would like to inform the community of temporary parking changes related to an expansion and renovation project currently underway.

For the next three weeks, the main entrance parking lot will have limited parking spaces available due to ongoing construction. A small...

Munson Healthcare announced today plans to significantly expand childcare access for members of its healthcare team, creating space for 137 additional children. Munson already has 496 children in its childcare programs and the organization broke ground on the expansion earlier this month. The...

After nine years of leading Charlevoix Hospital with heart, humility, and purpose, President Joanne Schroeder has announced that she will retire effective July 1, 2026. 

“It has truly been an honor to serve this community and its hospital,” said Schroeder. “Charlevoix Hospital is special because of...

Foster Family Community Center Urgent Care and Virtual Urgent Care to remain open

Munson Healthcare announced today that it will consolidate Urgent Care Services on April 17, 2026 to one location at the Foster Family Community Health Center. Virtual Urgent Care will also remain open. The healthcare...

After drawing enthusiastic crowds and sparking meaningful conversation in Frankfort and Cadillac last year, the highly anticipated women’s health event Hot Hormones & Cool Conversations is coming to Manistee for an evening dedicated to honest discussion, education, and encouragement.

Hosted by Munson...

Munson Healthcare today announced a gift of $10,000 to the Behavioral Health Initiative (BHI) to strengthen youth mental health services in the area. The gift will bolster two community-based solutions within the Northern Michigan Community Health Innovation Region (CHIR): MIFamily Resources...

Event will provide resources for individuals and families seeking pregnancy and newborn information

Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Charlevoix Baby Expo, taking place Tuesday, April 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Charlevoix Hospital Birthing Center, located on the lower level of...

Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meets at Presbyterian Church on April 8

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host a meeting from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster Rd. in Traverse City. The event will feature MedRhythms'...

For the fourth consecutive year, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital (POMH) has been named a 2025 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This distinction places POMH among the top 5% of hospitals...

Now in its fourth year, the Munson Healthcare Voices for Community Health program invited community members to share artwork inspired by Food Access, highlighting the vital role nutritious food plays in health and wellbeing. This year’s program introduced a new opportunity: winning artists were able...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Gaylord native, Jacob King, PA-C, to the OMH Medical Group Internal Medicine team.

Jacob's career in medicine is motivated by building relationships with his patients and helping them create meaningful changes to improve their lives.  

“I am dedicated to...

Munson Healthcare is proud to celebrate Ashley Ochoa, Coordinator of Coding Operations for the Oncology Service Line at the Cowell Family Cancer Center, who has been awarded the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Hometown Health Hero Award. Ashley’s recognition reflects not...

Part of efforts to support most critical community health needs

Munson Healthcare has announced a $10,000 gift to Northwest Michigan Supportive Housing (NMSH), an organization dedicated to providing Permanent Supportive Housing and essential services for individuals experiencing homelessness and...

American College of Surgeons Awards Accreditation Through National Program

Munson Medical Center’s Cowell Family Cancer Center (CFCC) recently achieved accreditation through the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC), a distinction awarded by the American College of Surgeons. Munson...