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Beyond Back Pain: 4 Subtle Signs of a Spine Condition

Chronic neck or back pain are the more obvious signs that you may be suffering from a spine condition, whether due to aging, an injury, or genetics. But other less glaring symptoms may be your body’s way of signaling SOS.

Learn the top four surprising signs you may have a spine condition—and how a spine specialist can address underlying issues and prevent spine conditions from worsening.

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Great Surgical Care Is Closer Than You Think

For many years, Northern Michigan residents believed they needed to travel hours downstate for specialized surgical care. Today, that’s no longer the case.

Munson offers access to experienced surgeons and specialists across the region, making it easier to get the care you need—with less travel, fewer expenses, and more convenience. The benefits of choosing care close to home include:

  • Shorter wait times for care
  • Access to hundreds of experienced specialists—many who are fellowship-trained and board-certified
  • Less time spent traveling to and from appointments & procedures
  • Recovery is closer to your home, routines, and support network
  • Eliminates the multiple downstate trips for pre-and-post-op visits, physical therapy, and ongoing care
  • Lower travel-related costs
  • Personalized care from providers who are invested in our communities

Whether you need a consultation with a specialist to discuss symptoms, an outpatient procedure, or surgery, you may have more local options than you realize.

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Munson Named Top 10 Hospital for Heart Recovery

Munson Medical Center was recently recognized by Becker’s Cardiology Review as one of the nation’s top 10 hospitals for low heart attack readmission rates, outperforming many comparable organizations, including hospitals with already low readmission rates.

“This recognition reflects the exceptional work of our clinicians and care teams in delivering high-quality, coordinated cardiac care that supports patients’ recovery after discharge,” said Dino Recchia, MD, MHC Medical Director of Heart and Vascular Services.

Munson’s highly skilled cardiac care team includes 26 cardiologists, 4 cardiac surgeons, and 3 vascular surgeons, supported by 28 APPs. Together, these 61 providers are committed to delivering expert heart and vascular care at 11 locations across Northern Michigan.

Committed to Heart Care

Committed to Healthy Hearts and Lungs

"Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, while lung cancer is the deadliest form of cancer. I chose cardiothoracic surgery because it allows me to care for patients facing both of these serious diseases. The specialty demands technical precision, thoughtful decision-making, and teamwork while allowing me to improve both the length and quality of my patients’ lives. The most rewarding part of my job is guiding patients and their families through some of life’s most challenging moments. As their surgeon, I am with them every step of the way, both in and out of the operating room."

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Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors

Safe housing is one of the biggest barriers people face when leaving unsafe situations and a critical foundation for long-term stability and well-being. We’re honored to continue our long-standing partnership with Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan as we work together to build healthier, safer communities.

 We’re proud to support this incredible organization as they reach a major milestone in their Home Safe Home capital campaign. Our two-year commitment is helping push the campaign past the halfway mark, expanding safe and supportive housing options for survivors across our region. 

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