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Munson Healthcare opens $15M ASC in Michigan
Traverse City, Mich.-based Munson Healthcare has opened a new ASC in Gaylord, Mich., after receiving accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care as well as Medicare certification. The Gaylord Surgery Center provides outpatient surgical procedures including gastrointestinal, ophthalmology, orthopedic and general surgery, according to a July 21 news...
Petoskey News Review
Gaylord Surgery Center receives accreditation, officially opens to patients
The Gaylord Surgery Center recently announced that it had officially received accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and Medicare certification. The center, a more than $15 million investment by Munson Healthcare, is now open and welcoming patients for a variety of outpatient surgical procedures such as ophthalmology, podiatry, urology, gastrointestinal procedures and more. "This is an exciting day for our patients, physicians, staff and the entire Gaylord community," said Dr. James Shurlow, medical director of the Gaylord Surgery Center, in a statement. "Achieving AAAHC accreditation and Medicare certification validates the extraordinary work that has gone into building a center focused on quality, safety and patient experience. Most importantly, it means patients can receive exceptional surgical care close to home, surrounded by the support of their families and community." Officials said the center is designed to strengthen health care access in the region and reduce travel times for patients. "This facility is much more than surgery," Shurlow added. "It's about access, convenience and investing in the future of health care for our region. When patients can receive high-quality care locally, they spend less time traveling and more time recovering. We are proud to bring this level of service
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Proposed EPA rule may delay PFAs clean-up projects in Michigan
It will be years before PFAS contamination sites are cleaned up in Michigan, according to the Department of Defense. Residents are concerned that more delays could cause further contamination of the forever-chemical. Cathy Wusterbarth is an Oscoda resident and the co-founder of Need Our Water activist group. Wusterbarth said recent...
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Munson Healthcare Hospitals Earn Top “A” Safety Grades from Leapfrog Group
Munson Healthcare announced this week that all eligible Munson hospitals have earned an “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group in the organization’s Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grade ratings. Hospitals are given letter grades A through F — the “A” grade puts Munson hospitals in the top quartile of all hospitals nationally.
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Alpena residents receive legitimate water compliance letters from city contractor
ALPENA — City officials want residents to know that recent letters from National Water Specialties Company regarding backflow prevention compliance are legitimate communications sent on behalf of the city. The letters, which display the City of Alpena logo and reference the "City of Alpena, CCC Department" for Cross Connection Control, are part of a state-mandated compliance program. City officials emphasized the notices are not fraudulent or part of a scam. The City of Alpena is working to meet Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy requirements for monitoring and reporting cross-connection and backflow prevention devices throughout the municipal water system. These regulations aim to protect the public water supply from potential contamination. Backflow prevention requirements vary by property, meaning not every residence or business will need a backflow prevention device. The letters may appear direct in tone because of the serious nature of protecting the community's drinking water supply. Residents who receive letters are encouraged to contact the toll-free number listed at r (844-605-5213) or complete the online survey at www.nawsc.net. The information collected by National Water Specialties Company will help determine whether a backflow prevention device is required at a property, whether an existing device needs inspection or
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MyMichigan Pediatrics relocates to medical center's third floor
ALPENA, Mich. — MyMichigan Pediatrics will relocate to the third floor of MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena on Monday, May 4, 2026, as the Health Plex building prepares for summer renovations. The pediatric practice, operated by Thomas Fell, D.O., and Maria Mason, M.D., will move from its current Health Plex location to the medical center's updated third floor at 1501 Chisholm Street. The hospital-based clinic will serve as the permanent home for MyMichigan Pediatrics during the Health Plex renovations. Hospital officials said the new location will enhance the patient experience through improved workflows for staff and a modern environment designed for young patients. The move positions the pediatric practice within the medical center's central unit on the third floor. Patients will continue to use the same phone number and can expect the same service hours at the new location. The medical center has installed signage directing visitors to the central elevator for access to the third floor. MyMichigan Pediatrics has notified all patients about the location change. The practice serves families throughout the Alpena area, providing pediatric care from infancy through adolescence. Parents and guardians seeking information about the move or interested in establishing care can contact MyMichigan Pediatrics at (989)
The Saginaw News
Tawas City MyMichigan Walk-In Care clinic to relocate
TAWAS CITY, MI -- MyMichigan’s Walk-In Care clinic in Tawas City will move to a new location at 110 Beech St., Suite A, on July 1, where it will share space with MyMichigan Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. The relocated clinic will operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7...
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Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center receives 2026 Health Leadership Award
ALPENA, Mich. – MyMichigan Health Foundation's Business Relations Committee has selected the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center as the recipient of the 2026 Health Leadership Award. The award recognizes the longstanding partnership between MyMichigan Health and the Alpena CRTC, as well as the exceptional service Air National Guard members provided during northeast Michigan's 2025 ice storm. "After a brief committee discussion, it was an easy choice," said Ann Diamond, development director for MyMichigan Health Foundation. "Our community has long benefited from the partnership the Medical Center has with the Alpena CRTC. With their assistance during last year's ice storm and the ANG clinical training partnership, we were proud to select the Alpena CRTC as our Health Leadership Award winner this year." The partnership between MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and the Combat Readiness Training Center provides Air National Guard members access to clinical hours that support their medical technician education and readiness requirements. These hands-on experiences strengthen their skills in emergency and critical care settings, preparing them for real-world field situations. Airmen and hospital staff consistently emphasize the value of this clinical training, and many patients and visitors enjoy interacting with ANG members. Through these opportunities, trainees often earn new credentials
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Small Steps, Big Strides: The Impact of Pediatric Therapy
Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare and Munson Health Care have partnered to provide pediatric rehabilitation services across northern Michigan, enhancing the rehabilitation journey for local children. This collaboration ensures that families in Gaylord, Charlevoix and Boyne have access to crucial therapy services, including speech, language, cognition, feeding and social...
Petoskey News Review
Pellston municipal water system plan for PFAS moves to next phase
Pellston Village President James Gillett said enough residents have responded positively in a survey to a proposed municipal water system that the project will take the next step. The planned $44 million municipal water system, which would be built debt-free to help address PFAS contamination, gained the support of 87% of village residents who have a well in survey responses that initially had a Dec. 1 deadline and which has now been extended to Dec. 31. More: ‘The gold standard:’ Pellston mulls proposed $44M municipal water system "We had to meet a threshold of 51% of homeowners with wells in the village limits and we exceeded that number easily, so we can now proceed with the layout and engineering to get this going," said Gillett. The Health Department of Northwest Michigan first reported an elevated presence of PFAS in Pellston water in 2020. The contamination has been linked to the Pellston Regional Airport. Airports are often tied to PFAS exposure because of Aqueous Film Forming Foam, which was frequently used in firefighting trainings at airports and military facilities. The foam then made its way into the soil and groundwater and could potentially spread to private wells. "Staff of (the Michigan