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Shannon Slocum, FNP-C, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Indian River
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Shannon Slocum, FNP-C to the OMH Medical Group – Indian River team.
Shannon was inspired to pursue a career in family medicine after working closely with a physician who exemplified compassionate, patient-centered care. She furthered her education, motivated...
Sean Beyer, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute in Gaylord and Petoskey
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Sean Beyer, DO, to the Munson Orthopedic Institute teams in Gaylord and Petoskey.
Dr. Beyer is fellowship trained with a subspeciality in orthopedic sports medicine. He has served as an associate team physician for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals...
Brent Geers, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Institute - Cadillac
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Brent Geers, DO, to the orthopedic team in Cadillac.
Dr. Geers specializes in the treatment of sports-related injuries and conditions affecting the shoulder and knee. Driven by a desire to help others, Dr. Geers was drawn to orthopedics because it allows him...
John Stratton, PhD, Joins Munson Healthcare Neurology
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome John Stratton, PhD, to the Neurology team.
Dr. Stratton was drawn to the field of neuropsychology because of the combination of data-driven analysis and the complexity of how brain function relates to human behavior. He is passionate about providing patients...
Munson Healthcare Renews Support for Rural Street Medicine Program Serving Communities Across Northern Michigan
Traverse Health Clinic's Street Medicine program will continue expanding access to healthcare for people experiencing homelessness across northern Michigan thanks to a renewed two-year, $150,000 annual commitment from Munson Healthcare.
The $300,000 investment builds on a partnership that has helped...
Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital Unveils $33.6 Million Expansion, Marks 75 Years of Caring for Northern Michigan
Community invited to October 8 open house to tour expanded facilities and celebrate milestone anniversary
Munson Healthcare is proud to announce the completion of a major expansion and renovation project at Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH), marking a significant milestone in strengthening access to...
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital Earns Level I Maternal Care Verification from The Joint Commission
Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Maternal Levels of Care Verification, a nationally recognized designation that validates the hospital’s ability to provide safe, high-quality care for mothers and newborns.
The Maternal Levels of Care Verification program...
Jasmine Hall, NP, Joins Munson Healthcare Traverse General Surgery and Trauma Care
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Jasmine Hall, NP, to the Traverse General Surgery and Trauma Care team.
Jasmine pursued a career in medicine after being closely involved in the care of a family member with complex medical needs and seeing the connection between great care and improved...
Caitlin Payne, MD, Joins Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Caitlin Payne, MD, to the Neurosurgery team.
Dr. Payne is a neurosurgeon specializing in cranial, spinal, and peripheral nerve conditions. A Michigan native from Houghton in the Upper Peninsula, she is passionate about serving patients in northern Michigan and...
Christina Mercer, FNP-C, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group - Lewiston
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Christina Mercer, FNP-C, to the OMH Medical Group - Lewiston team.
Christina spent more than a decade as a registered nurse before deciding to expand her role in caring for patients by becoming a family nurse practitioner. She earned her graduate degree from...
Munson Healthcare Urologist to Discuss Men's Health at Friendship Center in Petoskey
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
In recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Munson Healthcare urologist Dr. Emily Stevens will present a community education program focused on men's health at the Friendship Center of Emmet County, located at 1322 Anderson Road in Petoskey, on...
New Providers September 2026
Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome the following providers to our clinics:
Alexander Molinari, DO Munson Orthopedic Institute - Traverse City and Cadillac“My care begins with an honest and holistic assessment of my patients. Our spine cannot function well unless the entire body is functioning...
Munson Expands Rabies Post-Exposure Vaccination to Urgent Care in Traverse City
As questions and concerns increase following a confirmed rabies exposure by the Grand Traverse County Health Department, Munson Healthcare is adding Foster Family Community Health Center (FFCHC) Urgent Care as an additional location to receive post-exposure treatment and vaccination.
Previously...
Munson Healthcare Expands Pediatric Sleep Services to Cadillac and Manistee with Addition of Dr. Rebecca Byrnes
When a child struggles with snoring, breathing difficulties during sleep, excessive daytime sleepiness, or other sleep concerns, families often travel hours to find answers. Munson Healthcare is helping bring that care closer to home.
Pediatric sleep medicine specialist Dr. Rebecca Byrnes is...
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...