Hancock, MI
From WikiMD's Food, Medicine & Wellness Encyclopedia
Hancock, MI
- Hancock is a city located in the Upper Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the northernmost city in Michigan and is situated on the Keweenaw Peninsula, which juts out into Lake Superior. The city is known for its rich history in copper mining and its strong Finnish American heritage.
History[edit | edit source]
- Hancock was founded in the mid-19th century following the discovery of copper in the region. The city was named after John Hancock, a prominent figure in the American Revolution. The city's history is closely tied to the rise and fall of the copper mining industry in the region.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Hancock is located on the southern shore of the Portage Lake, a natural harbor that separates the city from its twin city, Houghton, MI. The city's geography is characterized by steep hills and rugged terrain, a result of the area's volcanic past.
Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Hancock is home to several well-known healthcare facilities. The UP Health System - Portage is a critical access hospital that provides a wide range of healthcare services to residents of Hancock and the surrounding areas. The hospital is known for its emergency care, surgical services, and specialty clinics.
- The Copper Country Mental Health Services is another notable healthcare facility in Hancock. This organization provides a variety of mental health services, including counseling, therapy, and psychiatric services.
- The city also hosts the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department, which offers public health services to the residents of Hancock and the surrounding counties.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Hancock is home to Finlandia University, the only private university in the Upper Peninsula. The university is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Culture[edit | edit source]
- Hancock's culture is heavily influenced by its Finnish heritage. The city hosts an annual Finnish American Festival and is home to the Finnish American Heritage Center, which preserves and promotes Finnish culture in the region.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
- Hancock is served by the Houghton County Memorial Airport, which offers daily flights to and from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The city is also accessible by U.S. Route 41, which runs through the heart of the city.
Primary care doctors in or near Hancock, MI[edit | edit source]
Find a Doctor in Hancock, MI
Specialists[edit source]
Specialists: Browse through a range of specialists in Hancock, MI. From cardiologists to neurologists, find experienced doctors for specific medical conditions.
WikiMD's specialist doctor finder (USA)
Need help finding a specialist doctor in the United States?
Medical specialists[edit source]
Also see[edit source]
Allied healthcare providers: Explore allied healthcare providers such as
- Dentists
- Clinical psychologists
- Clinical social workers
- Nurse practitioners
- Occupational therapists
- Optometrists
- Physical therapists
- Physician assistants.
| Michigan Physician / Provider Directory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
|
| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Michigan | |
| World Directory | Explore doctors across the US with WikiMD's DocFinder or global healthcare facilities with the World Directory of Healthsites | |
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
