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Flexible doctor office hours

All too often Dr Blake Putman hears about there's a little bit of a strain between the doctor - patient relationships because “they're not available when I need them.”

So one thing that Putman Family Medicine offers are same-day appointments during normal business hours whether you're a newborn or in your golden years.  Dr. Putman and the medical staff are here for when you when you need them in Caro, MI.

Always today, not necessarily tomorrow or in two weeks, when you need them. Dr. Putman also has extended office hours throughout the week for those who work or have children in school. So book your appointment today.

 

God bless you and we’ll see you soon.

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Dr Putman goes to the supermarket

Dr Blake Putman gets stopped all the time, particularly in the supermarket and everybody always asked Dr. Putman, “what does independent mean?” Independent means two major things, and this is always something that patients get really concerned about.

 

One is will Dr Putman take my specific insurance?

Of course, Putman Family Medicine in Caro is going to take every insurance, and even if you don't have health insurance, stop in and we will help you find a social worker that should get you paired with health insurance.

 

Number two is, are you taking new patients? And the answer is always, yes, Dr Putman and Putman Family Medicine is here to serve you in Caro. We truly are servants, so please stop in today and book an appointment that is convenient for you.

God Bless and have a great week!

Putman Family Medicine | Dr Blake Putman

Caro, MI

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Future Home

“The construction and development of this new medical office building will bring an economic boost to the Caro region,” Putman said. “The $7 million investment will also boost other areas of commerce in the community.”

Article by: Paige Withey, paige.withey@hearstnp.com

CARO — A pandemic-friendly groundbreaking ceremony took place last month for the new Medical Office Building in Caro, a 42,000 square foot facility being built and operated by Putman Developing, that will include medical services including primary care, specialty care, imaging, and laboratory services through McLaren Caro Region.


The groundbreaking ceremony featured William E. Putman of Putman Developing, administrators from McLaren Caro Region, as well as many members of the Putman family.

According to Putman, the project, which is estimated to be completed by late 2021, will add 230 construction trade jobs to build the project over the next 12 months as well as 122 jobs within the facility upon its completion.

“The construction and development of this new medical office building will bring an economic boost to the Caro region,” Putman said. “The $7 million investment will also boost other areas of commerce in the community.”

“We look forward to continuing to serve the needs of this beautiful community,” he added.

According to Magen Samyn, McLaren’s regional vice president of marketing and business development, while McLaren Caro Region will lease approximately 20,000 square feet of space in the new medical office building, there will be other amenities as well, like a bistro and valet parking at the facility.

“It is the goal of Putman Developing to provide a first-class patient care setting,” Samyn said. “The plan for this space is to be an extraordinary place to receive care, so patients can focus on healing.”

Although McLaren Caro Region will continue to offer similar services for the community and hospital inpatients, the medical office building will be a one-stop-shop for outpatients.

“This space is a great opportunity to have ambulatory services conveniently offered at one location,” Samyn said. “It’s much more convenient to see your primary or specialty care physician and take care of any follow up testing at one location.”

“We believe this will set McLaren apart from other facilities in the Upper Thumb area,” she said.

In addition to the services offered by McLaren Caro Region, the new medical office building will include urology services, a chiropractic clinic, a pharmacy, physical therapy and other specialty services.

“McLaren Caro Region is proud to be a part of this project and offer many of our services in one great location,” said Michael Johnston, President and CEO of McLaren Caro Region. “The new Medical Office Building will provide a patient-focused experience for our patients and will enhance their health and wellness.”

“Our goal is to stay as patient focused as possible, making the medical treatment process as easy, convenient, and comforting,” Samyn added.

The new Medical Office Building will be located at 1796 W. Caro Road, Caro, MI 48723

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Dr. Blake Putman - Caro, MI

Dr Blake Putman announces Putman Family Medicine in Caro, MI

Dr. Blake Putman is pleased to announce Putman Family Medicine, Family Practice Physician, to Caro, MI.  Dr. Putman will begin seeing patients at Caro at 705 E. Frank St until the completion of the William E. Putman II Medical facility, which is located at 1796 W. Caro Road, Caro, MI 48723 in late 2021.

Dr. Putman launched Putman Family Medicine after seeing patients throughout Caro, Cass City, and Tuscola County over that past several year.  He earned his Bachelor of Biology from Saginaw Valley State University in 2010 and his Medical Degree from Ross University in 2014. Dr. Putman is Board Certified in Family Medicine and was a Chief Family Medicine Resident at Central Michigan University’s Medical School until 2017. 

Dr. Putman sees patients ranging from infant to those in their golden years and looks forward to serving the Caro and surrounding area. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Putman, patients can call (989) 673-6144.

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Doctor Blake Putman - Future Home

By: Charlie Tinker

TUSCOLA CO., Mich. (WJRT) (10/22/2020)-Big plans are in the works that promise to bring critical health care access to a rural mid-Michigan community.

The Putman family announced it would build a multi-million dollar clinic just outside of Caro, bringing well over 100 jobs and badly needed specialized medical care.

The heavy equipment and busted concrete may not ordinarily warrant a second thought in this somewhat industrial stretch of West Caro Road just outside of Caro, but the multi-million dollar medical facility for which they’re clearing the way promises to usher in an extraordinary transformation.

“The Putmans have been lifelong residents of the community. We’re more than happy they chose Caro.”


Indianfields Township Supervisor Ray Rendon says the Putman family has been working with his office for the last month.

“At the township level, we’re doing everything we can to move this along,” Rendon said. “It’s going to be a shot in the arm.”

An artist’s rendering of the future William E. Putman II Medical building shows the transformation soon to be underway. The project’s backers bill the $7-million, 42,000 square foot facility as state-of-the-art, bringing with it 122 local jobs for professionals that run the medical spectrum.

“We have a lot of people in our community that are out of work.”


That was Ann Hepfer, who serves as the health officer for Huron and Tuscola Counties.

“Being in a rural county, we lack a lot of services that you would find if you go to the city,” Hepfer related.

Offering on-site physical therapy, a pharmacy, family medicine, chiropractic services, urology, X-Ray, lab services, aesthetics, urgent care and other specialized services, the clinic will function as an all-in-one.

“A lot of people from our community here, especially those that are seniors, have to travel to Saginaw or Bay City for cardiac care, any type of specialty care, actually,” Hepfer said, explaining the need that exists in her community.


Combined with other recent efforts, including McLaren’s acquisition of the old Caro hospital, Hepfer noted the changing times, watching this one-time desert for medical care rapidly become an oasis.

“The new Caro Center also is in the process right now of being built,” she noted. “So, both of those are great medical advances for our community.”

Groundbreaking is slated to get underway next Wednesday, October 28 with construction expected to wrap-up later next year.


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Special thanks to Charlie Tinker for the wonderful coverage of this project.



Dr. Blake Putman is excited to occupy space in this beautiful medical facility.  Putman Family Medicine in Caro, specially, Dr. Blake Putman have been voted best of the best doctors in Tuscola County.  Dr. Putman will continue to serve as a family doctor at their temporary location 705 E Frank St, Caro, MI.  To schedule an appointment you can call (989) 673-6144.





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Exciting News - Dr Blake Putman

Hi!  I’m Doctor Blake Putman and wow, do I have some super exciting news for you. I'm going to be an independent doctor in Caro, MI.

Now a lot of people ask me, what does that mean? That means, I'm here to serve you as the patient in any way that I can.  Just like I was called to do as a family doctor, and like family doctors are supposed to do. Whether you need a home visit, office visit, whether you have insurance or you don't have insurance, I'm here to make sure that your health care visits are taken care of. So please, come join me on this unbelievably exciting journey with myself, our team at Putman Family Medicine, and my wonderful family.

God bless you and I'll see you soon.

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