Munson Healthcare is relocating outpatient neurosurgery and the affiliated Stroke Clinic to a new office at 3537 W. Front St., Suite I, in Traverse City, with the move effective Monday, Nov. 10. The clinic announced a temporary pause in in-person appointments on Nov. 6 and 7 to facilitate the transition, and has advised that staff will continue to be reachable by phone at 231-392-0640 during the closure. The provider listing on Munson’s website confirms the new address and the timeline for the move.

The relocation affects scheduled outpatient visits, follow-up appointments, diagnostic planning and routine stroke clinic care across Grand Traverse County. For many patients living with neurological conditions or recovering from stroke, continuity of outpatient care is a critical component of preventing complications and supporting rehabilitation. Even a brief interruption can require rescheduling of imaging, therapy referrals or medication management, so the phone availability during the move is intended to maintain lines of communication and limit disruption.

Local impacts will vary by neighborhood and by patient mobility. The new site on West Front Street is in Traverse City proper; for some residents this may reduce travel time and increase access to nearby services, while others in more rural parts of the county could face longer trips, new parking patterns or transportation barriers. Patients who rely on public transit, rides from family or community programs, or accessible parking should confirm logistics in advance of rescheduled appointments.

From a public-health perspective, outpatient neurosurgery and stroke-clinic operations are integral to post-stroke management and secondary prevention. Systems-level moves like this require coordination not just within the health system but across community partners — primary care, rehabilitation providers, home health services and emergency medical services — to ensure patients retain access to needed therapies and rapid response if symptoms recur. Residents should note that this announcement pertains to outpatient clinic locations and scheduling; for acute stroke symptoms or other medical emergencies, standard emergency protocols (calling 911 or proceeding to the Emergency Department) remain the appropriate course of action.

The move underscores broader concerns about health equity and access in Grand Traverse County. Changes to clinic locations can disproportionately affect older adults, people with mobility limitations, low-income residents and those without reliable transportation. Clear communication about the new location, accessible appointment times, transport options and language services will be important to minimize gaps in care. Community organizations and county public health partners may play a role in helping patients navigate the transition.

Patients affected by the move are encouraged to consult Munson’s provider listing and contact clinic staff at 231-392-0640 to confirm appointment changes, request assistance, or ask about alternative arrangements. The clinic’s online provider information reflects the new address and effective date for the relocation.