UP Health System - Portage

UP Health System - Portage UP Health System – Portage is an acute care facility located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

UP Health System – Portage is an acute-care facility located in Hancock, Michigan, proudly serving the Western Upper Peninsula with compassionate, expert care. We offer a wide range of services including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, women’s health, imaging, and rehabilitation. As an accredited Chest Pain Center, Level III Trauma Center, and Acute Stroke Ready Hospital,

we are committed to delivering high-quality care close to home. We are proud to be part of Lifepoint Health, working every day to fulfill our mission of making communities healthier. IF YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911 OR VISIT THE NEAREST EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY. Please note that information, including personal and health information, posted to this page is generally accessible by others. To protect your privacy, PLEASE DO NOT SHARE OR COMMUNICATE ANY MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION ON OR THROUGH THIS PAGE. By posting to this site, you assume any risks associated with the sharing of this information. UP Health System – Portage expressly disclaims any obligations under federal or state health privacy laws for information contained in such posts. For more information on Facebook’s privacy practices and terms and conditions, please review the policies and terms applicable to the third-party site. We are not responsible for the privacy and security practices of those other websites, applications, and/or platforms or the information they may collect (which may include IP address). You should contact such third parties directly to determine their respective privacy policies. Links to any other websites or content do not constitute or imply an endorsement or recommendation by us of the linked website, platform, and/or content. For more information on UP Health System – Portage’s privacy and security practices related to our services, please visit our website. We use this page to share content about our facility, team, community, health observances, and general health education. Please be respectful, and note that while we do not regularly review or remove content from this page, we reserve the right to review and remove posts or comments that are, among other things, abusive, fraudulent, deceptive, misleading, obscene, violate the law, promote unrelated offerings, link to external sites, or may otherwise risk harm to any person.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it remains the second leading cause of cancer-rela...
06/24/2026

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.

If you're 45 or older, screening can help detect cancer early—or even prevent it before it starts. While at-home tests may be appropriate for some patients, colonoscopy remains the gold standard because it can find and remove precancerous polyps during the same procedure.

Don't wait for symptoms to appear. Learn more about your colorectal cancer screening options and why colonoscopy continues to be the most comprehensive tool for prevention and early detection.

Read more: https://www.uphealthsystem.com/news/2026/06/18/colonoscopy--understanding-your-options-for-colon-cancer-screening

To schedule a colonoscopy screening, call UP Health System – Portage General Surgery at 906.483.1040

When it comes to preventing colorectal cancer, screening is one of the most important steps you can take for your health.

At UP Health System – Portage, our team members make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Elders every day. We're...
06/23/2026

At UP Health System – Portage, our team members make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Elders every day.

We're currently hiring full-time and part-time Elder Associates at PortagePointe. As a certified Eden Alternative facility, we are committed to creating a warm, home-like environment where Elders are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.

As an Elder Associate, you'll have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with Elders while assisting with daily care, sharing meals, enjoying walks in our beautiful gardens and participating in activities that enrich their daily lives.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

https://jobs.lifepointhealth.net/jobs/?keyword=elder+associate&&filter%5Bcompany%5D%5B0%5D=UP+Health+System+-+Portage

Browse 10+ jobs — elder associate jobs at Lifepoint Health Careers. Apply online today.

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, freedom and progress. As we celebrate, we reaffirm our commitment to an...
06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, freedom and progress. As we celebrate, we reaffirm our commitment to an inclusive and compassionate healthcare environment where everyone is valued and cared for. Health equity is essential to making our community healthier. Happy Juneteenth!

Taking care of your health starts with prevention. An annual physical is one of the most important steps you can take to...
06/18/2026

Taking care of your health starts with prevention.

An annual physical is one of the most important steps you can take to stay healthy and identify potential concerns before they become more serious. It’s an opportunity to connect with your provider, review your health history, discuss lifestyle habits, and create a plan for the year ahead.

Whether you're due for a checkup or looking to establish care with a primary care provider, we're here to help.

Find a provider and schedule your annual physical today: www.UPHealthSystem.com/Find-a-Doctor

Portage Apothecary Transition Complete: Continuing Local Pharmacy Care for Our Community Today, the transition of Portag...
06/15/2026

Portage Apothecary Transition Complete: Continuing Local Pharmacy Care for Our Community

Today, the transition of Portage Apothecary to Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center was officially completed.

We are grateful to the dedicated Portage Apothecary team for their continued commitment to serving our community and are pleased that patients will continue to have access to the pharmacy services they know and trust.

Thank you to Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center for partnering with us to ensure a seamless transition for patients, employees and the Copper Country community.

While ownership has changed, patients can expect continued pharmacy services without interruption at the retail and long-term care pharmacy locations.

We appreciate the support of our community and remain committed to providing high-quality care throughout the region.



HOUGHTON and HANCOCK, Mich. (April 8, 2026) — UP Health System – Portage today announced an agreement to transition ownership of Portage Apothecary

Hours Update for Monday, June 15 UP Health System – Portage Express Care in Calumet and Houghton will be closed on Monda...
06/12/2026

Hours Update for Monday, June 15

UP Health System – Portage Express Care in Calumet and Houghton will be closed on Monday, June 15. The clinics will reopen with regular services beginning Tuesday, June 16.

The hospital will remain open and continue providing essential services and emergency care.

If you or a loved one is experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or visit www.UPHealthSystem.com/get-care-now to locate the nearest emergency department.

Learn more about the quality emergency care we offer 24/7 and what to expect when visiting our UP Health System's Emergency Rooms.

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500 Campus Drive
Hancock, MI
49930

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