MMC Recertified as Comprehensive Stroke Center and Now the Second Busiest in Michigan
Kristina Knechtl, NP, Joins Munson Healthcare Cadillac Occupational Health & Medicine
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Kristina Knechtl, NP, to the Occupational Health & Medicine team in Cadillac.
With a background in internal medicine, Kristina brings her skills with preventative, whole-person care to her occupational medicine practice. She values clear communication and...
Chantal Hopper, FNP-C, Joins Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute
Munson Orthopedic Institute is pleased to welcome Chantal Hopper, FNP-C, to the clinical team.
Prior to joining the orthopedic team, Chantal cared for patients in the emergency department and urgent care settings. She enjoys figuring out a diagnosis for her patients and working on procedures.
“I...
Jenna Stoddard, NP, Joins Munson Healthcare Bay Area Urology
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Jenna Stoddard, NP, to the Bay Area Urology team.
Jenna has spent much of her career in the specialty of urology and has vast experience across the span of urologic conditions. She enjoys building relationships with patients and helping them learn to advocate...
Mary Krzystowczyk, NP-C, Joins Munson Healthcare Geriatric Inpatient Services
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Mary Krzystowczyk, NP-C, to the Geriatric Inpatient Services team.
Mary chose to specialize in geriatric care because of her passion for building meaningful relationships and helping older adults maintain the best possible quality of life. She has a special...
New Providers August 2026
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics:
Rachel Decker, NP Munson Orthopedic Institute - Traverse City“I love getting people back to doing the things they love."
Rachel prides herself on giving each patient the individual attention they deserve and finding the...
Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare Ranked Among Michigan's Best Inpatient Rehabilitation Programs
Helping patients recover, regain independence and return to the activities they love has earned Mary Free Bed at Munson Healthcare statewide recognition. U.S. News & World Report recently ranked the program No. 4 in Michigan among inpatient rehabilitation facilities, recognizing its strong patient...
Rachel Decker, NP, Joins Munson Orthopedic Institute
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...
Gaylord Surgery Center Officially Opens, Bringing Convenient Surgical Care Closer to Home
A new chapter in healthcare has begun for Northern Michigan as the Gaylord Surgery Center has officially received accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and Medicare certification, marking its readiness to serve patients throughout Gaylord and the...
Kayla Vermeer, PA-C, Joins Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery
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...
Cyclospora Testing & Treatment Guidance
Healthy patients with cyclospora do not need to be tested or treated — there is no evidence that treatment shortens illness duration in otherwise healthy patients.
If you are caring for a healthy, immunocompetent patient who has symptoms that could be cyclosporiasis or another GI illness, please...