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Munson Healthcare welcomes Anne Pawlak, DO, to the team at Munson Healthcare Neurology. Dr. Pawlak finds fulfillment in combining compassion and empowerment with effective diagnosis and treatment. Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q02GV_s30.

Say hello to the Pharmacy Residency Class of 2025! These pharmacists began their post-graduate training at Munson Medical Center earlier this month. Munson Healthcare's pharmacy residency program builds on the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) education, contributing to the development of clinical pharmacists responsible for medication-related care of patients. Please join us in welcoming (pictured L-R): • Alyssa DiMondo, PharmD, from Traverse City, MI, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy • Zachary Zawacki, PharmD, from Byron Center, MI, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy • Jenna Smigielksi, PharmD, from Farmington Hills, MI, Midwestern University College of Pharmacy • Cole Orlikowski, PharmD, from Sparta, MI, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy • Kayla Backus, PharmD, from Holland, MI, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy

The nursing team at Munson Healthcare Manistee Hospital recently presented awards to six nurses to recognize them for their excellent service. Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of the healthcare team: • Catherine Flynn, RN, Florence Nightingale Professional Nurse Award • Ashley Eskelson, RN, Spirit of Nursing Service Award • Debra Bowman, MSN, RN, CCRN, CEN, CPEN, Excellence in Leadership Award • Stacey Collins, RN, Wisdom Keeper Expert Nurse Award • Betty De Kuiper, LPN, Ambulatory Wisdom Keeper Expert Nurse Award • Ashley Buckley, RN, Rising Star Novice Award

Munson Healthcare welcomes Presleigh Yovich, NP, to the team at Munson Neurosurgery! Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Presleigh started her nursing career at Munson Healthcare in cardiac telemetry and intensive care. Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q02GW3pw0.

Congratulations to the healthcare team at Munson Medical Center! MMC has again been acknowledged as one of the best hospitals in Michigan by U.S. News and World Report’s rankings for Best Hospitals in Michigan. Just 17 hospitals in Michigan were on the list, with MMC coming in sixth. “This recognition truly reflects the dedication of our providers, clinical staff, and support staff and the high level at which they perform each day,” said Joe Hurshe, president of Munson Medical Center. “Moving up to sixth this year is certainly an indicator of our growth as a hub for specialty care in many different areas including our designation as Northern Michigan’s first and only Comprehensive Stroke Center.” MMC was rated a high-performing hospital in 14 different procedures/conditions in areas that include Cardiology, Stroke, Neurology, Orthopedics, Maternity Care, Pulmonology, Endocrinology, and Nephrology. The U.S. News and World Report’s list includes 466 hospitals from across the nation and helps guide patients to hospitals that deliver outstanding care across 25 specialties, procedures and conditions. The Best Hospitals methodologies include objective measures such as patient outcomes, how well hospitals follow best standards of care, infection rates, adequacy of nurse staffing, technologies, and more. For more information, visit https://hubs.li/Q02HfmyN0.

Meet Munson Healthcare’s current slate of family practice residents! The residents matched with Munson this spring and are now working directly with attending physicians, training in ambulatory, hospital, and community-based settings to prepare for full-spectrum care. We are proud to welcome these individuals to the Munson Healthcare family: • Emily Reitzel, MD, from Bay City, MI, Central Michigan University College of Medicine • Ronald Goans, DO, MS, from Clinton, TN, DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine • Charles Hornbogen, MD, from Traverse City, MI, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine • Jordyn Emery, DO, from Midland, MI, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine • Emma Kwapis, DO, from DeWitt, MI, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine • Zachary Short, DO, from Brighton, MI, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (not pictured)

“When everyone is watching, no one is watching.” Drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages 1-4 and the second leading cause of unintentional injury death in children ages 5-18. Careful supervision of children in the water saves lives – and designating a “Water Watcher” ensures just that. A Water Watcher is a responsible adult who agrees to closely supervise children in or near water without smartphones, alcoholic beverages, or other distractions. After a certain amount of time, the Water Watcher responsibility can be passed to another adult. For more water safety tips visit https://hubs.li/Q02H7CTF0.

“Healthcare, specifically Radiology, runs in my family. My mom became an X-ray Technologist and advanced into a Radiation Therapy career. My aunt and uncle worked as X-ray Technologists, along with two of their daughters. After high school I went directly into Radiography school, and the rest is history. After a 20-year career in Metro Detroit, I chose Munson because I saw the amazing opportunity to serve Traverse City and the surrounding communities by bringing new Radiology programs, advanced technologies, and increasing access to care. Munson is a special place because we have the privilege to serve over half a million residents across 29 counties – not to mention many of our communities are destination locations, allowing Munson to be a beacon of healthcare for people from around the world.” — Branden H., MBA, RT(R)(N)(CT) Read more at https://hubs.li/Q02GZwPK0.

Need care fast? For non-life-threatening emergencies, our Virtual Urgent Care Team has you covered! For minor injuries or when you’re feeling under the weather, Munson’s Virtual Urgent Care lets you skip the trip and be seen from your favorite screen. Available daily from 7 am to 7 pm. Learn more and reserve your spot at https://hubs.li/Q02GL1nL0.

Munson Healthcare welcomes Trisha Tomkins, MD, to the team at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Women’s Health! Dr. Tomkins is passionate about integrating a focus on exercise and nutrition into her practice and supporting and empowering women. Learn more at https://hubs.li/Q02Gm4l90.