February 22, 2010

West Shore Medical Center Collaborates With Podiatrist
Kristopher Krannitz, D.P.M., offers a Podiatrist Clinic beginning March 12

Manistee-area residents who require foot and ankle care will find a remedy close to home beginning Friday, March 12.

Podiatrist Kristopher W. Krannitz, D.P.M., A.A.C.F.A.S., will see patients at physicians' offices in Suite 4 at 1400 East Parkdale Ave., across from the hospital. Krannitz is board certified and offers patient care for the full scope of ankle and foot conditions. His expertise includes:
* Treatment of common foot problems
* Heel pain
* Arch pain
* Nail disorders
* Warts
* Corns
* Calluses
* Diabetic foot care
* Complicated foot and ankle disorders

"We're pleased to be able to collaborate with Dr. Krannitz," said West Shore Medical Center President Burton Parks. "Our focus will remain on partnering with others and providing the kinds of medical services that will keep residents from having to make long drives for specialty care."

Krannitz practices at Advanced Foot and Ankle Centers in Cadillac and Traverse City.

For more information about making an appointment, call (231) 398-1846.

Contact:  Meghan Daigh
or Dale Killingbeck
Munson Healthcare
Corporate Communications
(231) 935-3394
news@mhc.net