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Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Catherine Boomus, MD, to the Occupational Health and Medicine team in Traverse City. 

Dr. Boomus chose the field of occupational medicine because she is fascinated by how people interact with their work, work processes, and environment. The field allows her to...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Rachel Decker, NP, to the Munson Orthopedic Institute team.

Rachel prides herself on giving each patient the individual attention they deserve and finding the best treatment for their condition.  

“I love getting people back to doing the things they love,” she...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kayla Vermeer, PA-C, to the Neurosurgery team. 

Kayla’s passion for neuroscience started with psychology classes in high school and grew into her current role advocating for stroke patients. She is passionate about helping her patients navigate recovery after...

Munson Medical Center (MMC) has earned three national stroke care honors from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, including the Get With The Guidelines® Target: Stroke Advanced Therapy Award and Rural Stroke Gold for a third consecutive year while capturing Stroke Gold Plus...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Laura Pond, DNP, to the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services team.

Laura's career was inspired by family members who worked in the mental health field. Growing up, conversations about mental health were encouraged and she wants others to feel that same...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics: 

Catherine Boomus, MD Munson Healthcare Occupational Medicine - Traverse City

“I enjoy getting to know organizations and their employees so that we can collaborate toward the goal of safe and effective work.”

Dr. Boomus...

Munson Healthcare is encouraging Northern Michigan residents and visitors to take steps to stay safe during a heat wave forecasted to intensify across the region this week and into the busy Fourth of July holiday weekend.

According to the National Weather Service, much of Michigan will experience...

The Cowell Family Cancer Center (CFCC) is celebrating 10 years of providing advanced, compassionate cancer care to Northern Michigan with a significant philanthropic investment that will help shape cancer treatment in the region for the next decade and beyond.

Pictured (left to right): Ed Ness, Munson Healthcare President & CEO; Casey and Dana Cowell; Debra Henderson, Munson Healthcare Chief Development Officer; Joe du Lac, Munson Medical Center President 

To commemorate its 10-year anniversary...

In recognition of National Cancer Survivor Month, Munson Healthcare is honoring the strength, resilience, and dedication of cancer survivors across northern Michigan—including two team members who bring a uniquely powerful perspective to their roles in oncology care.

At the heart of this recognition...

Health system encourages residents and visitors to choose the right care setting during Northern Michigan’s busy summer season

As one of the Midwest’s most popular summer destinations, Northern Michigan experiences a seasonal population increase of up to 75 percent. With the influx of visitors...

Registration is now open for Thomas Judd Care Center’s Northern Lights Fun Run held at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11. The event aims to raise awareness about the center’s vital services and role in HIV care and prevention.  

The nighttime 5K fun run and walk begins and finishes at the Grand Traverse...

As Stroke Awareness Month closes this May, Munson Healthcare is encouraging Northern Michigan residents to learn the warning signs of stroke, take steps to reduce their risk, and act quickly in an emergency to help save lives and prevent long-term disability.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and...

Munson Healthcare Chief Operating Officer Laura Glenn announced today that Joe Du Lac has been appointed President of Munson Medical Center (MMC), effective June 22, following a nationwide search.

Du Lac brings more than two decades of leadership experience across complex healthcare systems, with a...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics: 

Erin Booms, DNP, FNP-C Munson Healthcare Cadillac Primary Care

“I am passionate about building trusting relationships, promoting health through education and prevention, and supporting patients in achieving better...

Crisis Center Shows Early Success in Addressing Community Mental Health Needs

The Grand Traverse Mental Health Crisis and Access Center (GTMHCAC) today presented to the Grand Traverse County Commission and released its first-ever scorecard highlighting the impact of the center’s first year of...

National hospital watchdog awards top marks for patient safety

Munson Healthcare announced today 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 gra...

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 safety...

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...

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...

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'...

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...

Northern Michigan Colorectal Cancer Rate averages higher than rest of state

Munson Healthcare is reminding community members of the importance of routine colorectal screenings as part of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March. 

Colorectal Cancer continues to remain a global health concern...

Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meets at Presbyterian Church on March 11

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host a meeting from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11, at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster Rd. in Traverse City. The event will feature Assisted Moving...

In recognition of American Heart Month, Munson Healthcare Foundations is thrilled to announce a $1 million gift to cardiac care from Traverse City residents Richard and Deborah Pascoe.

Richard Pascoe, who worked as a periodontist in northern Michigan for over 40 years, was a lifelong supporter of...

Expanding outpatient specialty care outreach seeks to improve accessibility in rural areas

Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the opening of an Outpatient Specialty Care Clinic in Elk Rapids on Monday, February 16 as part of ongoing efforts to provide greater access and convenience to patients...

Increase in trauma-related accidents a cause for concern

Munson Healthcare has seen an uptick in trauma cases over the past several weeks, with many cases involving snowmobiles. On average, across the Munson system, there has been a 150 percent increase in snowmobile-related accidents from late...

Munson Healthcare is inviting community members of all ages to participate in the Voices for Food Access contest, a regional art initiative celebrating stories of nourishment, resilience, and creativity. 

 

Under the theme “Your Voice. Your Table. Our Community.” the contest encourages individuals to...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Chandler Williams, NP, to the Hospice and Palliative Care team. 

Chandler chose a career in medicine because it allows her to care for people. She has always been drawn to palliative medicine and the importance of providing an additional layer of support for...

Candlelight ceremonies to take place in Traverse City and Cadillac on Dec. 15 and 17 

Munson Healthcare Hospice Bereavement Services invites the community to join candlelight ceremonies to acknowledge the pain and loss of the last year and the heaviness that can accompany holiday joy.  

The Winter...

Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics: 

Bobbie Crider, FNP-BC  Munson Healthcare Cadillac Surgical Care

“I take a careful and thorough approach to care and value good communication and teamwork, making sure that patients feel informed and supported throughout...

Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meets at Presbyterian Church on December 10

The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host its holiday party during the meeting on Wednesday, December 10 from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster Rd. in Traverse City. 

The...

Those struggling during the holidays have 24/7 access to mental health resources.

There is now a new resource for those in Northern Michigan silently struggling with stress, loneliness, or loss this holiday season as the Grand Traverse Mental Health Crisis and Access Center (Crisis Center) welcomes...

HIV Clinic to host Free Movie Screening on Nov. 30 and Open House on Dec. 1

In recognition of the 37th annual World AIDS Day*, Munson’s Thomas Judd Care Center (TJCC) is hosting two free community events. 

On Sunday, November 30 at 2 p.m., TJCC will host a free movie screening of the musical fantasy...