The natural beauty of Alpena makes a picturesque setting for Alpena Regional Medical Center. Located along the Thunder Bay River, Alpena Regional Medical Center is the health care partner to the 100,000 residents of northeast Michigan. Throughout our 73 year history we’ve grown from a small hometown hospital to Northeast Michigan's leading provider of specialty services. Numerous building expansions have tripled the hospital from its original 1940 start. . . bringing the people of northeast Michigan the technology, treatment options, and space they deserve. The common thread of technological advancement has held the hospital to its mission throughout its history and in recent years. We have introduced cutting-edge technology through the combined efforts of our medical professionals, clinical partners, and incredibly generous community. We have succeeded in providing our patients with excellent health care. Our 146-bed acute care facility is unrivaled in our region.