Thirlby Clinic

06/18/2026

This month's featured provider is Dr. Joshua Kroll, DO, MS. Dr. Kroll is a board-certified family medicine physician at Thirlby Clinic, PLC, in Traverse City, Michigan. He is proud to provide comprehensive, high-quality care to his patients.

Dr. Kroll earned his Bachelor of Science in biology from Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan. He then received his Master of Science in biology from Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant and worked as a research associate and clinical research coordinator in the Department of Surgery at Harper University Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Afterward, Dr. Kroll completed his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University in East Lansing in 2018.

Dr. Kroll is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

When he’s not at work, Dr. Kroll enjoys participating in outdoor sports with his wife and Lab, learning about American and European history, and tinkering in his home and garage.

06/02/2026

Thirlby Clinic is looking to add a Registered Nurse to our care management team. This individual plans and prioritizes care for individuals and populations of patients, focusing on preventative care and promoting healthy lifestyle choices. Demonstrates expertise, current knowledge in nursing care and management of patients of varying complexity and seeks to improve patient, family and community outcomes through the application of educational concepts, skills and preventive care. The right individual will possess a positive attitude, strong interpersonal relationship skills, be able to multi- task and work as a team. This position offers competitive pay and benefits including, health insurance, life and disability insurance and also a very strong profit sharing and savings plan.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
If you are interested please send your resume to [email protected]

05/29/2026

Thank you Ellen for all of your years of dedication to Thirlby Clinic! Congratulations on your retirement!
"Retirement is not the end of the road, it's the beginning of an open highway" - unknown

05/21/2026

In honor of Memorial Day Thirlby Clinic will be closed and reopen on Tuesday May 26th. Thank you to the heroic men and valiant women for your service to our country!

05/15/2026

Featured provider for the month of May -

Jennifer Bowerman, MD, is a highly trained internal medicine physician at Thirlby Clinic, PLC, in Traverse City, Michigan. She specializes in preventive medicine and women’s health. Women with gynecological or general women’s health care needs can turn to Dr. Bowerman for up-to-date, advanced evaluations and treatments at a state of the art facility.

Dr. Bowerman attended medical school at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. She completed her residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco.

She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains her credentials to stay up to date with the latest advances in women’s health and internal medicine. Dr. Bowerman is affiliated with Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.

She enjoys helping adults reduce their risks or manage chronic diseases and other health conditions particularly those related to women’s health.

05/11/2026

Observing Women’s Health Month helps:

*Educate women about preventive care and screenings
*Promote healthy lifestyle choices, including diet, exercise, and mental wellness
*Raise awareness of gender-specific health risks and disparities
*Encourage advocacy for better healthcare access and research funding

How to Participate :
Women and communities can participate by:

*Scheduling regular check-ups and preventive screenings
*Engaging in health education programs and workshops
*Supporting policies and initiatives that improve women’s health research and access to care

National Women’s Health Month serves as a reminder that women’s health is vital not only for individuals but also for families and communities, as healthy women contribute to healthier households and societies

05/06/2026

05/04/2026

Wishing you a meaningful Nurses Week. Your expertise, resilience, and commitment to excellence set the standard for patient care. Thank you for your leadership, your professionalism, and the countless ways you support patients, families, and colleagues every day.

04/20/2026

Thirlby Clinic lab is hiring a full time phlebotomist. Monday - Friday, no weekends, no holidays. Come join our team!!
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04/16/2026

Stress Awareness Month is observed every April to raise awareness about the causes, effects, and management of stress, promoting mental and physical well-being.