Health Questions? Ask-A-Nurse Get FREE expert health information from a registered nurse. When you have symptoms or you're just not sure. Available 24 hours a day, every day, to residents and visitors in Michigan. No insurance required. Call 231-935-0951 or submit a general health question. Ask-A-Nurse: 231-935-0951 Common Questions About the Munson Healthcare Ask-A-Nurse Hotline Can I talk to a nurse if I am visiting northern Michigan? Yes, the Ask-A-Nurse hotline is available to everyone in Michigan, free of charge – residents and visitors alike. Can I use the Ask-A-Nurse hotline if I

Where to Go for Care When you need quick medical attention or intervention, here's where to go for care. If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, dial 9-1-1 or visit our nearest emergency room. Primary Care Your primary care provider is your trusted starting point for care. As your medical home, your primary care office can often see you for non-emergent illnesses and injuries as well as routine visits. Many offices offer same-day appointments, and Munson Healthcare primary care providers can be scheduled online. If you don't have a primary care provider, visit Munson

Excellent Ortho Care and Outcomes Faster recoveries, less pain, and fewer complications are hallmarks of Munson Healthcare Orthopedic Services. From arthritis flare-ups to total joint replacements, we specialize in relieving your pain and restoring your ease of movement. Munson Healthcare has fellowship-trained specialists in almost every orthopedic specialty who treat diseases, injuries, and conditions of the bones and muscles, which include all of your joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. No matter what kind of orthopedic care you need, an expert team of surgeons, anesthesiologists

Primary Care Doctors Specialize in You Your Munson Healthcare pediatrician, family doctor, physician or internist may also be called your primary care provider or care physician. Pediatricians treat newborns and children up to age 21 to help them stay healthy physically, mentally, and socially. Family medicine doctors are trained to treat patients of all ages. Internal medicine doctors treat adult patients starting at age 18. Family care doctors, pediatricians, care physicians and internal medicine specialists have offices and are accepting new patients in all northern Michigan communities

Neurosurgery Expertise in Northern Michigan Procedures We Perform Conditions We Treat Our Providers Munson Healthcare is home to an expert team of board-certified neurosurgeons and advanced practice providers, including specialty trained nurses. For more than 50 years, Munson Healthcare has been committed to delivering high-quality neurosurgical care and positive health outcomes for the northern Michigan community. From diagnosis to recovery, our interdisciplinary team of care providers is committed to helping you return to health with a personalized treatment plan based on proven techniques

Comprehensive Physical Therapy When a health issue makes it difficult for you to move easily and perform everyday activities, physical therapy can be very beneficial. Our goal is to help you restore function, reduce pain, and increase your range of movement. Munson Healthcare’s comprehensive physical therapy program focuses on preventing and rehabilitating orthopedic injuries, neurological deficits, musculoskeletal problems, arthritis, and chronic pain. We serve patients throughout northern Michigan and we believe that everyone — from competitive athletes to seniors and everyone in between —

Expert Plastic Surgery and Skincare in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare’s Great Lakes Plastic Surgery & Skin Center offers innovative plastic, cosmetic, and reconstructive surgery procedures, along with medical grade skincare, to help you feel like your best self. Our center offers the entire spectrum of enhancement techniques using the latest technology and products and customizes procedures to your unique body and needs. Whether you’re looking for a full body makeover, just a few tweaks, or compassionate reconstruction, our expert surgeons are ready to help you feel your best! Get in

Expert Emergency Care in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare Emergency Rooms are located throughout northern Michigan and are open 24 hours every day. ERs are staffed with emergency medicine specialists and specialty trained teams of physician assistants, nurses, and technicians. Excellent emergency care is available in a hospital near you in Cadillac, Charlevoix, Frankfort, Gaylord, Grayling, Kalkaska, Manistee, and Traverse City. Emergency Room visits are meant only for serious illness and injury, including medical, surgical, or psychiatric care: Change in mental status (such as confusion)

Comprehensive Pain Management in Northern Michigan If you have ongoing pain from an injury, nerve damage, arthritis, non-migraine headaches, shingles, or cancer-related pain, Munson Healthcare’s Comprehensive Pain Management Program is here to help. Board-certified pain management specialists lead a team of professionals that provide safe, effective ways to manage chronic pain. The Munson Healthcare Pain Clinic is located at Foster Family Community Health Center in Traverse City and serves all of northern Michigan. We partner with each patient to manage pain. Patients who follow their

Personalized, Local Service for Medical Equipment and Supplies When you need medical equipment or supplies, Munson Healthcare Home Medical Equipment can deliver them from a facility near you. You can expect prompt, courteous delivery service from a qualified local technician. Plus, our Home Medical Equipment staff make sure you’re safe and comfortable by offering complete instructions on the proper use of prescribed equipment at home. Our staff works directly with your hospital, physicians, and providers to ensure the fastest possible delivery of everything you need. Connect to Home Health