Advance Care Planning Since we never know what may happen on any given day and life can bring unexpected twists and turns, it can be difficult to know what decisions may need to be made. Medical issues sometimes arise that create confusion and uncertainty for patients, their families, and medical staff. Everyone wants to do the right thing – but in some cases, it’s not always clear. Conversations with your loved ones now will save those dearest to your heart unneeded stress later. Don’t wait until it’s too late. View Our Guide for Advance Care Planning Not sure where to start? Take comfort

Research and Clinical Trials in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare conducts clinical research and participates in national and international research programs to bring the newest and most promising research to people in northern Michigan, offering cutting-edge therapies otherwise not locally available to patients. Clinical research is about possibilities. We are helping to make those possibilities a reality through research that leads to the development of new and promising discoveries. Clinical research establishes the standard of care and shapes the future of medicine. Participating in

Travel Health Services We provide personalized medical consultations and services for people traveling abroad. Foreign travel can be rewarding and life-changing. Our patients travel to all corners of the world including Haiti, Peru, Mexico, South Africa, and Thailand. Travel can be for any reason: business, pleasure, or volunteer. But many parts of the world have diseases that are not typically present in northern Michigan. Diseases can be transmitted by insects, food and water. It is important to take precaution before you travel to help prevent serious illnesses. We are here to provide

Orthopedic Hands & Wrists Treatment in Northern Michigan Munson Healthcare’s team of fellowship-trained hand surgeons specialize in complex cases related to the hand, wrist, and forearm, including severe trauma. Their expertise includes micro-neurovascular repair. They are on call around the clock for all levels of hand trauma. While surgery is indicated for some cases, it often effectively treats wrist and hand conditions through more conservative, non-surgical means. Find an Orthopedic Specialist Request a Consultation Carpal Tunnel Surgery Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the major nerve

Comprehensive Lymphedema Services Munson Healthcare provides expert clinical care for even the most serious lymphedema conditions. Our certified lymphedema therapists provide rehabilitation therapies to offer relief and help better manage your lymphedema condition. If you are experiencing lymphedema symptoms after surgery, cancer, radiation treatment for cancer, or a serious infection, our team can help you. Causes of Lymphedema Lymphedema is classified as either primary or secondary. Primary lymphedema is caused by a congenital malformation of the lymphatic system and may be present at birth

Extensive Gynecology Options for Women of All Ages Our skilled team of gynecology service providers, located in Cadillac, Charlevoix, and Manistee, offer a range of services to support good health for women at any age. We are dedicated to providing innovative, compassionate, and personalized patient care, no matter how routine or complicated your concerns may be. Our services include: Family planning Menopause and hormone therapy Breast screening and management of benign disease Diagnosis, management, and treatment of abnormal pap smears Menstrual disorder management Pelvic pain management

Northern Michigan’s Only Bleeding Disorder Center Anyone with bleeding or other platelet disorders living in or visiting northern Michigan can receive comprehensive, expert care at the Northern Regional Bleeding Disorder Center in Traverse City, Mich. The center is located at 217 S. Madison Street within Cowell Family Cancer Center on the campus of Munson Medical Center. The Bleeding Disorder Center serves 26 counties in northern Michigan and provides wrap-around care of treatment, education, and support for about 250 patients. The Bleeding Disorder Center team embraces the latest developments

Close to Home Pediatric Care in Northern Michigan Every child is precious – and we treat each one as if they were our own. Munson Healthcare board-certified pediatric specialists, pediatric nurses, and child life specialists, approach children of all ages with calm gentleness to ease their fears – and the fears of their parents. Our experienced pediatric team has specialized training in the distinct medical and emotional needs of these small patients. We provide the best care possible so children can quickly become well again. “Children are the most honest, perfect, most beautiful patients

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Registered respiratory therapists, registered nurses, and certified exercise specialists provide pulmonary rehab services in Cadillac, Frankfort, Gaylord, Grayling, Kalkaska, Manistee, and Traverse City. Cardiopulmonary rehab also is available for those with lung and heart disorders. Pulmonary rehabilitation is an evidence-based discipline that reduces symptoms and improves exercise tolerance and health-related quality of life. We know what works, and we can help you breathe better. A referral for pulmonary rehabilitation is required from your family physician or a

Pharmacy Provides Convenient Home Infusion Services Munson Home Infusion Pharmacy provides personalized infusion services to patients throughout 16 counties in northern Michigan. Whether the need is short-term for treatment of an acute illness, or a long-term need to treat a chronic illness, our highly skilled and dedicated home infusion team will accommodate your infusion care in the comfort of your own home. The Munson Home Infusion Pharmacy assists people living in counties served by Munson Healthcare Home Health: Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Clare, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Lake