Family Medicine

Women's Health

Pediatrics

Location Info

Located inside UP Health System Portage - Main Campus, Hancock

Upper Great Lakes Family Health
HANCOCK Family Health Center
500 Campus Drive, Hancock, MI 

Suite 2 | Family Medicine

Suite 3 | OB/GYN

Suite 5 | Pediatrics

Location Info

Located inside UP Health System Portage
Main Campus, Hancock

Upper Great Lakes Family Health
HANCOCK Family Health Center
500 Campus Drive,
Hancock, MI 49930

Suite 2 | Family Medicine

Suite 3 | OB/GYN

Suite 5 | Pediatrics

services

Suite 2 | Family Medicine: 906.483.1060

Suite 3 | OB/GYN: 906.483.1050

Suite 5 | Pediatrics: 906.483.1700

hours

Family Medicine: 

Monday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 

Tuesday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

OB/GYN:

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pediatrics:

Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

 

After Hours Services

A provider is on-call after hours, on weekends and during holidays. For urgent after hours needs for family practice call (906)372-3025. For after hours needs for OB/GYN or Pediatrics please call (906)483-1000.

In an emergency, go to your local emergency department or dial 9-1-1.

Kelly Fletcher

Kelly Fletcher, MD

Family Medicine
Hancock Family Health Center – Family Practice
(906) 483-1060

  • American Academy of Family Physicians Member

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – University of Texas at Dallas – Richardson, TX
  • Doctor of Medicine – University of Sint Eustatius – Sint Eustatius, NA
  • Residency – University of Arkansas – Texarkana, AR

“I believe there is no better teacher of empathy than having experienced some of the very things my patients are going through. That common experience creates a bond much deeper than the typical doctor-patient relationship.”  – Kelly Fletcher, MD

Rosmin Jos

Rosmin Jos, MD

Family Medicine
Hancock Family Health Center – Family Practice
(906) 483-1060

  • American Medical Association Member
  • American Board of Family Medicine Member
  • American Association of Family Physicians Member
  • American Association of Physicians from India Member

Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine Degree – Pleven Medical University – Pleven, Bulgaria
  • Master of Public Health Degree – Michigan State University – East Lansing, MI

“Life experience in a multicultural frame of work has taught me the importance of making health care more accessible, affordable, and being served in a timely fashion. It is essential to work closely with patients to recognize their health needs, plan out their optimal management, and ultimately promote a healthy community.” – Rosmin Jos, MD

Erin McKenzie, MD

Family Medicine
Hancock Family Health Center – Family Practice
(906) 483-1060

  • American Board of Family Physicians
  • American Academy of Family Physicians
  • Michigan Academy of Family Physicians
  • Blue Key National Honor Society
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support 
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale
  • Basic Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Outdoor Emergency Care
  • Mental Health First Aid

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology – Michigan Technological University – Houghton, MI
  • Doctor of Medicine – Michigan State University College of Human Medicine – East Lansing, MI
  • Family Medicine Residency – UP Health System Marquette – Marquette, MI

“I was drawn to primary care not only for the clinical aspects of preventive medicine and maintaining the wellness of the community, but because Family Medicine truly is about the family – helping people at all stages of their lives, collaborating to optimize health, and following patients throughout their lives. It is a privilege to be able to return home as a Physician and care for the community that I grew up in.” – Erin McKenzie, MD

Mercedes Maki

Mercedes Maki, PA

Family Medicine
Hancock Family Health Center – Family Practice
(906) 483-1060

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Education:

  • Undergraduate -Grand Valley – Allendale, MI
  • Graduate – Grand Valley – Allendale, MI
  • Family Practice Residency Program – Marquette General Hospital – Marquette, MI

“I believe in empowering the patient to have knowledge of their medical diagnosis so I can tailor their treatment to best fit their lifestyle.” – Mercedes Maki, PA

Kathryn Kass

Kathryn Kass, PA-C

Family Medicine
Hancock Family Health Center – Family Practice
(906) 483-1060

  • NCCPA Physician Assistant Certification
  • Michigan State Physician Assistant Licensure
  • Michigan Controlled Substance Licensure
  • Basic Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Advanced Wilderness Life Support
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support
  • NETA Group Exercise Instructor
  • NETA Pilates Instructor
  • YogaFit Level I Certification

Education:

  • Physician Assistant Program – Midwestern University – Downers Grove, IL
  • Master of Science in Exercise Science – Northern Michigan University – Marquette, MI
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Northern Michigan University – Marquette, MI

Janet Turner, MD

Women’s Health
Hancock Family Health Center – OB/GYN
(906) 483-1050

  • Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology
  • American College of Surgeons Fellow
  • Society of Gynecologic Oncologists Member
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology Member

Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine Degree – University of Florida College of Medicine – Gainesville, FL
  • Bachelor of Science Degree – University of Florida College of Medicine – Gainesville, FL

Devyn Dempsey, DO

Women’s Health
Hancock Family Health Center – OB/GYN
(906) 483-1050

  • Board Certified in  Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists
  • American Osteopathic Association
  • Michigan Osteopathic Association
  • Basic Life Support Certified
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology (Physiology Emphasis) – Northern Michigan University – Marquette, MI
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine – East Lansing, MI
  • OB/GYN Residency – McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital – Lansing, MI 
Ashley Chamberlain

Ashley Chamberlain, CNM

Women’s Health
Hancock Family Health Center – OB/GYN
(906) 483-1050

  • Certified Nurse Midwife
  • American College of Nurse-Midwives Member
  • Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses Member
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Lake Superior State University – Sault Ste. Marie, MI
  • Master of Science in Nursing – Frontier Nursing University – Hyden, KY

“Being a CNM affords me the opportunity to build relationships, empower women, and provide individualized care. I am particularly interested in gynecology, prenatal care, labor support, birth, and breastfeeding promotion. My favorite thing about being a midwife is attending births. I feel honored that I get to be present for such a special moment in a woman’s life.” – Ashley Chamberlain, CNM

Taylor Landers

Taylor Landers, CNM

Women’s Health
Hancock Family Health Center – OB/GYN
(906) 483-1050

  • Certified Nurse Midwife
  • AWHONN Intermediate & Advanced Fetal Monitoring 
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Texas at Arlington – Arlington, TX
  • Master of Nursing-Midwifery – Texas Tech University – Lubbock, TX

I am committed to providing holistic, evidence-based care to women and families throughout their reproductive journey. I advocate for safe, personalized midwifery care. My goal is to empower individuals to make informed decisions while promoting the health and well-being of mothers and infants. I strive to advance midwifery practice, education, and advocacy to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes and ensure access to compassionate, equitable care for all.” – Taylor Landers, CNM

Rajanee Sripaipan, MD, FAAP

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • American Academy of Pediatrics – Fellow

Education:

  • Undergraduate – Chulalongkorn University – Bangkok, Thailand
  • Medical School – Faculty of Medicine and Siriraj Hospital – Dhonburi, Thailand
  • Pediatric Residency Program – Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Detroit, MI

Colleen Vallad-Hix, DO

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

*Gwinn Family Health Center
*Sawyer Family Health Center
*Calumet Family Health Center
*Ontonagon Family Health Center

*Dr. Vallad-Hix provides on-site and tele-health pediatric services at these locations on a limited basis.

  • American Academy of Pediatrics – Fellow
  • American College of Osteopathic Pediatrics – Fellow
  • Governor’s Action Asthma Council

Education:

  • Medical School – Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine – Kirksville, MO
  • Residency – Sparrow Hospital – Lansing, MI

Dr. Vallad-Hix has been appointed to the Governor’s Action Asthma Council, is a qualified lactation consultant and has considerable experience in behavioral medicine.

Michael Verive, MD

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • American Board of Pediatrics – Pediatrics
  • American Board of Pediatrics – Pediatric Critical Care

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – Elmhurst College – Elmhurst, IL
  • Doctor of Medicine – University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Medicine
  • Residency – Hope Children’s Hospital – Oak Lawn, IL
  • Chief Residency – Hope Children’s Hospital – Oak Lawn, IL
  • Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship – Hope Children’s Hospital – Oak Lawn, IL

“If you play with children, they will let you into their world and the parents know you care about their child.” – Dr. Mike

Jared Meyette, MD

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • American Academy of Pediatrics Member
  • American Medical Association Member

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology/Pre-Professional Medicine – Michigan Technological University – Houghton, MI
  • Doctor of Medicine – Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine – Grand Rapids, MI

“I enjoy watching children grow up and attain their milestones while assisting in any way so they can achieve their best. With young ones – life is fun, simple things are appreciated, and the energy is endless.” Jared Meyette, MD

Anna Meyers, DO

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics Certified
  • American Academy of Pediatrics Fellow
  • Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Biology – Michigan Technological University – Houghton, MI
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine – Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Parker, CO
  • Residency – Authority Health/Michigan State University COM at Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Detroit, MI

Emma Buchele, DNP

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner 
  • Certified Pediatric Nurse 
  • Registered Nurse
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
     

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Iowa – Iowa City, IA
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice, Pediatric Primary Care – Grand Valley State University – Grand Rapids, MI

Katie Brewster, NP

Pediatrics
Hancock Family Health Center – Pediatrics
(906) 483-1700

  • Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner – AANP
  • Board Certified Emergency Nurse Practitioner – AANP
  • Registered Nurse
  • DEA Licensed
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
  • Registered Nurse Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB)

Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Creighton University – Omaha, NE
  • Master of Science in Nursing Dual Certified Family & Emergency Nurse Practitioner – University of Alabama at Birmingham – Birmingham, AL

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