Who is at Risk for a Stroke? Anyone can have a stroke at any age. But your chance of having a stroke increases if you have certain risk factors. Some risk factors for stroke can be changed or managed, while others can’t. Risk factors for stroke that can be changed, treated, or medically managed: High blood pressure. Blood pressure of 140/90 mm/Hg or higher can damage blood vessels (arteries) that supply blood to the brain. Heart disease. Heart disease is the second most important risk factor for stroke and the major cause of death among survivors of stroke. Heart disease and stroke have many

Munson Healthcare Foundations Year-End Giving 2020 Every community in northern Michigan has a slightly different population and, accordingly, different health care needs. This is reflected in the core services we offer at each of our Munson Healthcare hospitals. Core Services at Our Hospitals At both Cadillac Hospital and Charlevoix Hospital, our needs are for enhanced emergency services, surgical services, and maternity. At Grayling Hospital, our needs are for continued innovation in emergency services, surgical services, and long-term care at the Crawford Continuing Care Center. At Manistee

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Community Health Education Otsego Memorial Hospital offers health education programs, as well as seminars in response to community needs. Please see our calendar of events for upcoming classes and support groups. Healthy Lifestyles Healthy Lifestyles is a diabetes prevention program that works by promoting good health. This group-based, year-long program is designed to help prevent or delay type 2 diabetes through simple lifestyle adjustments and monitoring. You’re not alone. This CDC-designed program will provide you with both a Lifestyle Coach and a group to support you. You will spend the

Getting to Otsego Memorial Hospital Otsego Memorial Hospital is located six blocks north of downtown Gaylord, a short distance from I-75. Address and Campus Map Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital 825 N. Center Ave. Gaylord, MI 49735 Directions Coming from the North/South (Exit 282 off I-75): Drive east on M-32 and continue to the second stoplight. Turn left on N. Ohio Ave. and continue six short blocks to W. North Street. Turn right on W. North St. and continue to Otsego Memorial Hospital. The hospital will be on your left at the corner of W. North Street and Center Avenue. Coming from

Information for Patients and Visitors Thank you for choosing Otsego Memorial Hospital for your health care service. Whether you are here as a patient or a visitor, we want you to have a good experience, to be comfortable in your surroundings and confident in the care we provide. We will do everything possible to meet your needs and exceed your expectations. If you have any questions at any time, please ask a staff member. All staff members wear ID badges that clearly show their name, title, and photo. If you are unsure of someone’s identity, please ask. The entire team at Otsego Memorial

Visiting Hours Click here for the most recent visitation policies due to COVID-19. Family members and friends can be an important part of the healing process, and we want visitors to feel welcome at Otsego Memorial Hospital. Patients need rest to heal properly, so we ask that you only visit during our designated visiting hours. General Visiting Hours Hours: 11 am to 6 pm Spending the night is discouraged because patients and visitors need to rest. Special visiting arrangements may be made under certain circumstances. After 6 pm, all visitors are required to check in at the Emergency Department

Keeping Our Patients Safe We have implemented many safeguards to ensure you have a safe and secure hospital stay. Below are some of the safety steps we take and how you can be involved in your own safety. Patient Identification Patient identification is important­— it’s how we make sure you receive the medical care ordered for you. We will check at least two of the following three patient identifiers and your identification arm band prior to any treatment, test, procedure, or medication administration. Your name Your date of birth Your medical record number Be involved. If your identification

Thank a Staff Member at Otsego Memorial Hospital Nominate a Respiratory Therapist for the PHIL Award Are you a cardiopulmonary patient with a great story to share? The PHIL Award honors the ‘unsung heroes’ in the respiratory therapy profession who understand that each breath matters. Otsego Memorial Hospital takes pride in implementing The PHIL Award program to honor respiratory therapists. Nominate a Respiratory Therapist for the PHIL Award Thank A Staff Member Please complete the form below if you would like to thank a staff member at Otsego Memorial Hospital. Even if you don't know their