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Dickinson County
Healthcare System​

We Are Here For You!

​Contact Us Today!  (906) 774-1313

Dickinson Diagnostic Neurology, We Are Here For YOU!
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Dr. Tran is available to assist you with your Neurology needs.

Offering Electromyography (EMG) testing to help diagnose peripheral nerve disorders such as neuropathy and carpal tunnel syndrome.
(906) 776-5920


Florence Medical Center, We Are Here For YOU!
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Dickinson Surgery & Endoscopy Services, We Are Here For YOU!
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​Dickinson Rehabilitation Services, We Are Here For YOU!

Dickinson Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, We Are Here For YOU!
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Women Of Wellness (WOW) Conference, Saturday, March 2, 2019 @ Pine Grove Country Club.

Event and registration information FORM

Please click on the link for a special message from this year's National Key Note Speaker, Meg Bucaro
Meg Bucaro DCHS Welcome

​Dickinson Rehabilitation Services, We Are Here For YOU!
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Thank you to our community for your continued support! 
DCHS We are Here for YOU!!!
Patient Reviews


Dickinson County Healthcare System Emergency Department, serving our community and caring for everyone, 24/7/365
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Some members of the DCHS ED Team pictured from left to right: Jim Holcomb, PFE, Ruth Presley – HUC, Jamie Formolo, RN, Dr. Toth, Susie Berquist, RN, Lauren Roell, RN, Heather Marsicek, LPN and Kimberly Jefferson, RN

​The Dickinson County Healthcare System Emergency Department is making great strides in the battle against Opioid addiction.  Since September 2015, the rate of ED patients being discharged with a prescription for oral opioids has been reduced by 59%.  Elizabeth Juneau, RN, BSN, BC, the hospital’s Medical Staff Review Analyst stated, “The nation’s, and our county’s, Opioid epidemic was growing for years. But we are doing our part to reduce narcotics prescriptions.  Our Emergency Department has stepped-up its focus on delivering evidence-based care to our patients while reducing the prescribing of narcotics.  Although absolutely necessary in some cases, other forms of pain management are being used to help prevent the risk of addiction to these habit forming pain medications.”
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By combining compassion with good science, the ED has seen its overall patient satisfaction rating increase over the same period.  CEO / Administrator, John Schon, observed the progress in both measures and said, “I am proud of the outstanding patient care provided by our staff in the Emergency Department – it’s emergency medicine Physicians, their specialist colleagues on-call, and all the Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses and support staff that are deserving of the credit.   As you can imagine, the emergency care environment is very stressful, but our entire staff rises to the occasion and cares for our emergent patients like they are their family.” 

​The Dickinson County Healthcare System Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year and provides comprehensive emergency care to anyone, regardless of their insurance coverage and their ability to pay the bill.  Over the years, DCHS has provided millions of dollars in free care to its neighbors in and around Dickinson County.  As ED Manager, Michelle Miron, RN, explains, “We are proud to offer care for everyone who needs our specialized attention. It’s part of our mission to the community, and it’s something our residents need to safely live and work in this region. “
 
General Surgeons, Pediatricians, OB Physicians and Orthopedic Surgeons are always on call, should a patient need this specialty care.  Dickinson’s array of emergency services – and its open door to all who need those services – makes its emergency care safe, effective, and compassionate, but it also makes its care expensive. The Emergency Department needs heavy funding from revenues generated by other outpatient services, including lab tests and imaging.
 
It’s important to note that whether a physician at DCHS or anywhere else orders diagnostic tests, the patient – not the physician – chooses where to have those tests performed. When patients choose their hometown hospital, they are helping to fund their hometown Emergency Department and its high-quality care for all people, whether or not they can afford to pay for those sophisticated services. As John Schon puts it, “When you insist on coming home to DCHS for lab work or imaging ordered by any other provider, you are actually helping to make sure that when you need us, we will be here for you!”
 
Emergency Department Facts:
 
  • The DCHS Emergency Department Physicians are all employed by the hospital, other than one local independent contractor.  Five of its ED Physicians are Board Certified in Emergency Medicine and one is Board Certified in Family Medicine.
  • 27,461= Emergency & Convenience Care Patients treated in 2017 – 17,070 in the Emergency Department itself and 10,391 in Dickinson’s Convenient Care Clinic.
  • $43,851,394 = total amount billed by DCHS for Emergency Department services provided during the past fiscal year.
  • $10,628,888 = total amount collected by DCHS for services provided at the Emergency Department during the past fiscal year.
  • $10,876,606 = the total amount of expenses incurred by DCHS for operation of the Emergency Department during the past fiscal year.



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The Dickinson County Healthcare System OB/GYN staff along with Michigan – Wisconsin Family Practice Associates was presented with the 2018 Maternity Care Excellence Award.  DCHS received the award that acknowledges the facilities excellence and improvements in maternity care.   The goals of the award and maternity care project are to reduce the rate of unnecessary C-sections in the state, decrease infant mortality and reduce elective early deliveries.  One of only eleven hospitals in the state to receive the award, DCHS and MI-WI Family Practice Associates combine resources to provide top quality maternity care right here in our town. 

​Pictured above from left to right are:  Dr. Kristi Olson; Dr. Beth Schroeder; Dr. Adam Ryan; Dr. Jim Merrill; Cathi Hartwig, RN, BSN, OB Manager; Tillie Rossato, RN, BSN and Deena Bartelli, RN.

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Congratulations!  For the third year in a row Becker’s Hospital Review has ranked Dickinson County Healthcare System as one of the top 100 Great Community Hospitals.  The most recent award is a testament to the consistency of the care that our health system provides to our patients.  We are glad to provide around the clock care to keep our community safe and healthy. #ichooseDCHS
 
https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/lists/100-great-community-hospitals-2018.html


A list of our many services, offered right here in town!  

24/7/365 Emergency Care                   Anesthesia Services                                        Aqua Therapy            
Audiology                                           Bone Densitometry-Dexa Scanning       Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab
Cardiology                                          CT Angiography-Calcium Scoring                 CT Scan
Convenient Care Clinic           Diagnostic Neurology-EEG & EMG Studies             Diabetes Care
Durable Medical Equipment               Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)                              Family Practice
General Surgery/Endoscopy               Geriatric Care                                                  Hematology/Oncology
Home Health                                       Hospitalist Services/Critical Care                   Infusion Center
Laboratory Services                            Internal Medicine/Nephrology/Dialysis          Mammography
MRI / X-ray                                        Occupational Medicine                                   OB/GYN
Occupational Therapy                         Ophthalmology                                               Orthopedics
Pathology                                Pediatrics/Pediatric Nephrology & Cardiology          Physical Therapy
Podiatry                                  Pulmonology/Pulmonary Function Testing                 Radiation Oncology
Sleep Medicine                       Sports Medicine-Concussive & Baseline Testing       Speech Therapy
Ultra Sound                                        Wound Care / Hyperbaric                               Urology

Contact us for assistance. (906) 774-1313



Awards
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2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Patient Safety Excellence Award™The Patient Safety Excellence Award™ recognizes hospitals for how well a hospital prevents infections, medical errors, and other complications based on 14 serious, potentially preventable adverse events. Patients receiving care at Patient Safety Excellence Award recipient hospitals have, on average, a lower risk of experiencing patient safety events.


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2016, 2017
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™The Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ recognizes hospitals for superior outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia. Patients who receive COPD or pneumonia treatment at these nationally recognized hospitals have a lower risk of dying.


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2016
Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™The Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ recognizes hospitals for superior outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, esophageal/stomach surgeries, treatment of gastrointestinal bleeds, treatment for pancreatitis, and small intestine surgeries. Patients who have these treatments or surgeries at these nationally recognized hospitals have a lower risk of dying or experiencing a complication during their hospital stay.


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​Dickinson County Healthcare System was recognized as a  Top Performer on Key Quality Measures® by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditation agency of health care organizations in the United States. ​
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The Journey to Excellence program was initiated throughout Dickinson County Healthcare System – both hospital and clinics – approximately a year ago.  This comprehensive customer service program has set service standards for all employees and systematically trains staff in engagement techniques and the proper treatment of patients so their healthcare experience is as pleasant as possible.  ​
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​The EAM announces the first annual patient safety awards for Michigan hospitals March 18, 2016 – In observing National Patient Safety Awareness Week, the Economic Alliance for Michigan (EAM) announced the recipients of the Hospital Patient Safety Award to eight Michigan hospitals.  The Hospital Patient Safety Award recognizes hospitals in Michigan consistently performing high-marks and improvements in patient safety and quality of care.  Hospitals can earn two different awards: the Excellence Award and the Improvement Award.​
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To guide and assist Dickinson and Iron county residents to access optimal health care to meet their individual needs.




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Patient Testimonials
Our commitment to quality, compassionate health care is highlighted in the stories that our community has shared with us.   We are proud of the following stories told by our neighbors and friends. ​>More Information


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8 REASONS TO STAY LOCAL
Dickinson Memorial Hospital is part of the fabric of our community … there is every reason to STAY LOCAL for your healthcare.  ​
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Events


Making Headlines

  • Dickinson Hematlogy/Oncology Clinic achieves QOPI Certification
  • ​​Bellin Health Partners, Dickinson County Healthcare to Collaborate
  • DCHS Joins ACO
  • DCHS Formally Recognized by State of Michigan for Newborn Screening Efforts​

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DCHS News

Welcome Dr. Jeremy Stayton

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Please join us in welcoming Jeremy D. Stayton, M.D. as the newest member to the DCHS medical staff.  Joining the staff at the Dickinson Surgery and Endoscopy Services, Dr. Stayton brings to our community his passion for providing Medical Care.
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Dickinson County Healthcare System (DCHS) Receives Governor’s Award of Excellence
This award recognizes participants for their dedication and success in improving healthcare quality and patient safety in Michigan. To be eligible for the award, participants must have achieved, maintained and continually improved in specific and rigorous milestones related to the award they received.
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​YMCA Offering a FREE Diabetes Prevention Program!
This CDC approved program is designed to provide education and a supportive environment for individuals who are at risk for developing diabetes.  It’s a 12 month program, led by trained lifestyle coaches, that offers 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance, all designed to help support YOU in making healthier lifestyle choices.  
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Congratulations Dickinson Hematology/Oncology Clinic for achieving QOPI Certification.  
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