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MUSKEGON COUNTY

MEDICAL CONTROL
AUTHORITY

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ABOUT US

The Muskegon County Medical Control Authority (MCA) is the entity designated by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) to oversee and coordinate the EMS system in Muskegon County.  The MCA is responsible for adopting and enforcing approved protocols, appointing a qualified medical director, and ensuring that EMS agencies comply with standards of care and continuous improvement. 

 

Operating under the umbrella of WMRMC, the MCA also supports regional standardization efforts — such as protocol uniformity, quality benchmarking, regional education collaboration, and shared initiatives across MCAs in the broader consortium.  Through coordination, review, oversight, and direct accountability, the MCA ensures that licensed EMS providers deliver consistent, high-quality care to the Muskegon community and maintain alignment with state EMS regulations. 

DIVISION HIGHLIGHTS

EMS System

Oversight

Ensuring Quality and Accountability in EMS

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MCMCA oversees all licensed EMS agencies within Muskegon County, maintaining high standards through medical oversight, credentialing, and continuous quality improvement.

Clinical 

Excellence

Advancing Prehospital 

Patient Care

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Through evidence-based protocols, case reviews, and medical direction, MCMCA ensures consistent, high-quality emergency care that saves lives and improves outcomes across the system.

Education &

Training

Empowering Providers Through Knowledge

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MCMCA supports ongoing EMS education, skills validation, and professional development to ensure every provider is prepared to deliver the best possible care in the field.

Collaboration &

Innovation

Building a Stronger EMS System Together

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Partnering with hospitals, fire departments, dispatch, and regional agencies, MCMCA drives innovation, system improvement, and community preparedness initiatives.

MEET OUR TEAM

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Nicholas McManus, DO

Medical Director

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Chad Lawton

MCA Administrator

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Scott Wilkinson

Assistant Coordinator

CALL US

TEL. 231-728-1967 | FAX. 231-728-1644

VISIT US

1903 Marquette Avenue, Suite J 102

Muskegon, MI 49442

OFFICE HOURS

Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm

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