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"Since My Knee Surgery, Life Is Different."
After years of knee pain, Indian River resident Erica M. turned to Munson Orthopedic Institute—and she hasn't looked back. Today, Erica is cultivating a whole new life, filled with her favorite pastimes, including one she wasn't able to do for so long: gardening.
"I really missed it," Erica shares. "I'm getting back into it...and I can use a shovel!" Watch her journey from start to finish—and her advice for others living with chronic pain.
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New One-Stop Health Hub Opens Soon
Starting Monday, Sept. 29, our brand-new Petoskey Community Health Center will open its doors, offering exceptional primary, urgent, lab, and specialty care—including cardiology, orthopedics, and urology. Click below to attend the upcoming open house, make an appointment, and more.
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Celebrating Nurse's Half-Century of Commitment
After 51 years of service, longtime Patient Care Coordinator and OB Nurse Maureen McLeod retired from Munson Medical Center earlier this month. Since 1974, Maureen has been a guiding light in maternity care across Northern Michigan. She shares her journey spanning decades of advocacy, service... and much change!
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A Community of Hope
For over 25 years, Club Cadillac has been a place of healing, hope, and growth. This incredible nonprofit helps individuals recover from mental illness and rebuild their lives—including a transitional employment program that empowers members to re-enter the workforce with confidence. To show our support, Munson recently donated $5,000 to help provide essentials like transportation, work attire, wellness resources, and more.
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Celebrating Women in Medicine
September is Women in Medicine Month, and we're celebrating the accomplished and dedicated women who are an indispensable part of our Munson family. This month, we spotlight six of our exceptional Munson women physicians who continue to advance outstanding, compassionate care across our region.
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Committed to Improving Health Outcomes
"I love people and medicine and all the intricacies of our bodies. Helping patients, residents, and students learn about our bodies and how to make them stronger and healthier is so fun, and this includes staying quiet and listening! Learning about who my patients are, not just what they need. I’m so lucky this is my job!"
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Hot Hormones and Cool Conversations
Wed., Sept. 24 | 5 - 7:30 pm | Fox Hill Event Center, Cadillac
Join us for a special evening dedicated to women's health! This free event, featuring Munson Healthcare and Mary Free Bed women's health specialists, will explore important topics, including:
• Menopause and Perimenopause
• Pelvic and Abdominal Rehabilitation
• Overall Women's Wellness
This memorable event will also include a screening of the documentary The M Factor - Shredding the Silence on Menopause. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served. Registration is required for this free event.
Beyond the Ribbon: A Paint the Town Pink Event
Thur., Oct. 2 | 5:30 - 7:30 pm | Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee
Join us for meaningful conversations, shared stories, and a renewed sense of strength—at the historic Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts. Guests will hear from a panel of physicians and oncology nurses, enjoy food and drinks, and participate in a silent auction. RSVP here.
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