Newberry, MI — September 6, 2019
Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is pleased to announce that Michael Beaulieu, MD, has achieved the Degree of Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the national medical association representing nearly 129,000 family physicians, residents and medical students.
According to the AAFP, the Degree of Fellow recognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to family medicine, by their advancement of health care to the American people, and by their professional development through medical education and research.
“Being recognized with a Degree of Fellow has great significance among family physicians and the medical community,” said Scott Pillion, HNJH CEO. “It not only represents the respect of his peers but symbolizes the high personal standards Dr. Beaulieu has set. We are very fortunate to continue to have him as a part of our medical team.”
Beaulieu graduated from the University Of Michigan Medical School in 1993 and began his tenure at HNJH as a family physician in 2011. In 2018, he took on the role of Chief Medical Officer, one that he continues today. As Chief Medical Officer, Beaulieu is very involved with the recruitment and training of new providers ensuring patients receive the highest standard of medical care.
For more information about the American Academy of Family Physicians, visit www.aafp.org.