McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation

Congratulations to Dr. Mekasha Getachew, Brandie Rariden, BSN, RN and Kelly Johnson, BSN, RN. Dr. Getachew, Brandie and Kelly work in the Radiology Department and were recently recognized with a Guardian Angel award for their outstanding care of patients. The patient who nominated them for this award shared: “My lung biopsy was a scary procedure, but the Radiology staff, Kelly, Brandie, and Dr. Getachew, took good care of me. My thanks goes to McLaren Northern Michigan for being such a fantastic hospital.” To learn more about the Guardian Angel Program visit https://lnkd.in/eWc_3Zv #guardianangel #gratitude #mclarennorthernmichigan #petoskey #petoskeymi #emmetcountymi

Congratulations to the McLaren Northern Michigan Infusion Center Team! They were recently recognized with a Guardian Angel award for their outstanding care of patients. Thank you for everything you do! To learn more about the Guardian Angel Program visit https://lnkd.in/eWc_3Zv

Hayley Rose, owner of Harborside Bath & Body in Roger City, is celebrating the 15 year anniversary of her breast cancer diagnosis by giving back. During the month of March, she is collecting and matching donations up to $1,500 for The Kathleen Jontz Breast Health Fund and the Kim Monthei Cancer Fund at McLaren Northern Michigan Foundation to help women and men in rural Northern Michigan diagnosed with breast cancer. On March 25, the day of her diagnosis, she will celebrate by having 15% off every item in her online store on Monday, March 25, and in-store on Wednesday, March 27. Thank you to Hayley for celebrating your journey with us and giving back to those struggling with breast cancer in rural Northern Michigan! To make a gift online, visit https://lnkd.in/eXGxHGMr and make sure to visit Harborside Bath & Body on March 27 to celebrate with Hayley. #harborsidebathandbody #giveback #givebacktogether #itsabouthelpingothers #rogerscity

When a new need arises at McLaren Northern Michigan, the generosity of our donors shines the brightest, providing the vital resources needed for urgent and essential improvements. Recently, this support enabled us to enhance our surgical capabilities, thanks to contributions to the Unrestricted Fund. Check out our Friends of the Foundation Winter Newsletter to read how your gifts to the Unrestricted Fund are impacting surgical care at McLaren Northern Michigan https://lnkd.in/g7rfQU9d #northernmichigan #petoskey #petoskeymichigan #harborspringsmi #harborspringsmichigan #upnorth

Congratulations to Dr. Peter Nemes! Dr. Nemes is an Emergency Medicine Physician. He was recently nominated for a Guardian Angel award for his outstanding patient care. The family who nominated Dr. Nemes for this award shared: “Dr. Nemes’ keen intuition and diagnostic skills in the Cheboygan Emergency Department likely saved our son’s life. His compassionate care continued during our son’s hospitalization and to his discharge, as he checked on his progress and well-being. Dr. Nemes blessed our family and we could not be more grateful.” To learn more about the Guardian Angel Program visit https://lnkd.in/eWc_3Zv

Thank you to Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation for their recent grant for the new Family Medicine Residency Program at McLaren Northern Michigan. As part of the Rural Residency Training Track Program, resident physicians spend their first year at McLaren Flint and two years in Petoskey at McLaren Northern Michigan. Our first resident physicians arrived Up North in 2023 and we look forward to welcoming the second class to Petoskey this summer! We recently hosted Sarah Ford from the Community Foundation for a site visit and to meet with Residency Program Faculty who work with our resident physicians. Pictured left to right: Richard Shoskey, MD, Todd Sheperd, MD, Kelly Flynn, DO, and Sarah Ford, Director of Community Philanthropy, PHSACF.

Congratulations to Dr. Joseph Weistroffer! Dr. Weistroffer is a board certified orthopedic surgeon with McLaren Northern Michigan - Neurosciences Clinic. He was recently nominated for a Guardian Angel award for his outstanding patient care. Thank you for all you do! To learn more about the Guardian Angel Program visit https://lnkd.in/eWc_3Zv

Please join the Cheboygan Campus Guild for the Tree of Lights Ceremony on Wednesday, December 6th at 1:30p in the chapel area at McLaren Norther Michigan Cheboygan Campus. We hope to see all of you there!

We’re incredibly grateful for our donors, they have a profound impact on patients like the ones whose stories we’ve shared with you. Would you consider contributing to the Patient Assistance Fund? $35: Can help patients with travel to necessary treatments. $55: Can help ease the financial burden of purchasing essential medications. $100: Can provide lodging assistance to ensure patients have a restful environment during treatment. Your support can alleviate financial stress for patients facing health challenges. Thank you for extending a helping hand to those in need. To learn more and give, visit https://lnkd.in/gXFhpyDR

We want to introduce you to the story of a young patient on a challenging road to recovery. Recently diagnosed with a juvenile autoimmune disorder, he faced painful rashes and muscle weakness, moving from a lively little boy to navigating the world of medical treatments. Your support has helped create an incentive program with a “reward box” to motivate him during his physical therapy sessions. Join us in making this journey a little bit brighter for this young patient. Your generosity can bring smiles, fun activities, and encouragement! To learn more visit https://lnkd.in/gXFhpyDR