Select a Pre-surgery Video

Get a preview of what it is like to have a surgery at Chidren's of Minnesota. We know children here.

For Teens  See a video conversation among teens and adolescents who have had surgery here. They'll answer a lot of your questions. (Five and one-half minutes) View Video (5.23 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)

For Parents  Get first-hand information from parents of children who have had surgeries. Get acquainted with some of the staff and places. View Video (6.40 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)

For Young Children  Porky Chops our puppet is sure to make you laugh while he introduces you to the doctors and nurses, and gives you a look inside the hospital. (Four and one-half minutes) View Video (4.28 minutes: Lus Hmoob, Iyo Soomalli, En Español)