The wait times in our emergency departments are longer than usual due to illnesses like RSV and the flu. View our estimated ED wait times and learn more about where to get care for your sick child.

Children’s Minnesota

The Kid Experts

We’re on a mission to deliver the health care children deserve — highly specialized, deeply compassionate and made just for them.

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Children’s Minnesota

The Kid Experts

We’re on a mission to deliver the health care children deserve — highly specialized, deeply compassionate and made just for them.

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Important update: IV fluid shortage and what it means for your child’s care

There is currently a nationwide shortage of intravenous (IV) fluids To ensure that we can treat as many patients as we can in the safest way possible, we are making an effort to conserve products. Read more »

Children’s Minnesota appoints Emily Chapman, MD, as new president and CEO

After an extensive, months-long national search, we are pleased to announce the selection of Emily Chapman, MD, as its new president and CEO, effective August 2.

Primary care

Our nine pediatric primary care clinics are conveniently located throughout the Twin Cities metro area, allowing your family to access the best care, close to home.

Specialty care

With more than 60 pediatric specialties, ranging from anesthesiology to trauma care — Children's Minnesota has the largest and broadest team of pediatric experts in the region.

Primary care

Our nine pediatric primary care clinics are conveniently located throughout the Twin Cities metro area so your family can access the best care, close to home.

Specialty care

With more than 60 pediatric specialties — from anesthesiology to trauma care — Children's Minnesota has the largest and broadest team of pediatric experts in the region.
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Children’s Minnesota is celebrating 100 years of care. We have the most pediatric experts in the region — with two hospitals, nine primary care clinics, six rehabilitation sites and nine specialty care sites in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest
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Emergency Care

If your child is facing a life-threatening situation, call 9-1-1 immediately. Check the wait times at our emergency departments in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Scheduling

Schedule well-child visits, sick appointments, vaccinations, specialty consultations, or virtual care sessions online or by calling your clinic.

Symptom Checker

Does your child need an appointment or can their symptoms be treated at home? Find out now with the Symptom Checker, available 24/7. Also available in Spanish.

Trending topics

Dr. Marc Gorelick’s new book, “Saving Our Kids,” offers a compelling solution to the nation’s gun crisis.

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Well-child visits are a great time to talk through just about anything with your child’s doctor. At Children’s Minnesota, our pediatricians are here to support and guide you every step of the way.

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Don’t risk a gap in your health insurance coverage. Visit the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Renew My Coverage website for information about the renewal process.

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We are always advancing pediatric care with compassionate research, improving the daily lives of children. Our work focuses on children and their families first.

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Patient stories

Freddie’s superpower legacy of selflessness provides joy to other kids
Freddie’s superpower of selflessness creates a legacy of joy for other kids, highlighting his ability to spread happiness and positivity....
From playing with toy soldiers to joining the U.S. Army: Axel’s cancer journey
Discover Axel’s inspiring journey from battling childhood leukemia to achieving his dream of joining the U.S. Army, proving resilience through every challenge....
New cleft lip treatment helps Luna to her ‘forever smile’
Baby Luna's journey to her 'forever smile' with Children's Minnesota and a new, less invasive presurgical cleft lip treatment....

For health care providers

Talking Pediatrics podcast

Talking Pediatrics is a podcast by Children’s Minnesota, where we tackle complex pediatric issues. Tune in for surprising guests, ideas and practical tips that might just change how you care for kids.

Ask a specialist

Health care professionals can utilize the Ask a Specialist service to submit requests for non-urgent questions and general advice.

Resources for health professionals

Find the Physicians Access page, electronic medical records, patient care resources, and additional tools.

Refer a patient

Health care professionals find information and resources to refer patients for specialized pediatric care and services.