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Gender health: Use chosen pronouns for more inclusive care

Pronouns are a way for people to express themselves and embody their true identities. Addressing patients by their chosen pronouns is not only inclusive care but also respectful and possibly lifesaving.

Current recommendations for diagnosing and treating pediatric allergies

Dr. Angela Kade Goepferd talks to board-certified pediatric allergist and immunologist Dr. Nicole Chase about the latest clinical information for allergies in kids.

Dr. Timothy Lander recognized as a Notable LGBTQ Executive

Beyond being an expert surgeon, Dr. Lander was recognized for his keen vision for innovative solutions that not only improve the patient care experience, but also achieve new efficiencies.

Children’s Minnesota kid expert appointed to the Children’s Cabinet Advisory Council

The advisory council seeks to have representation from health care leaders like Yinka, who provide valuable perspective in their role serving children and families, especially those from diverse and underrepresented communities.

Pediatric clinical ethics promote good clinical practice

In the episode, “Crack the Case: Conundrums in Pediatric Ethics,” Dr. Wolfe and Dr. Bryan Fate, general pediatrician at Children’s Minnesota, discuss real cases seen in our clinics and the underlying ethical principles that were used to make medical decisions.

Preventing and treating Lyme disease: What clinicians need to know

With summer on its way, that means mosquito and tick season are also back. While the majority of insect bites are not something to worry about, health experts are warning clinicians to stay alert on deer ticks and Lyme disease. Read more to learn about the symptoms to look out for and prevention steps.

Dr. Emily Chapman named one of Becker’s Patient Safety Experts to Know

The list honors proponents of patient harm reduction, disease management, patient journey improvement and more.

Dr. Brianne Roby honored with prestigious Harris P. Mosher Award

The honor was given in recognition of the excellence of Dr. Roby’s thesis in otolaryngology clinical research. Harris P. Mosher, MD, was a pioneer in the development of modern-day otolaryngology.

Perspective: Stress and anxiety in kids and teens

Dr. Angela Kade Goepferd, pediatrician and chief education officer at Children's Minnesota, discussed youth mental health and how clinicians can help in the Talking Pediatrics podcast episode, “The Impact of Anxiety and Stress on Kids and Families,” with Dr. Sara Gonzales Rodriguez, pediatric psychologist at Children’s Minnesota.

Harriet’s story: Rare fetal heart tumor successfully removed by maternal-fetal-cardiology team

At their 20-week ultrasound, Hannah and Josh learned their unborn daughter had an extremely rare cardiac tumor called a pericardial teratoma, which can grow to compress her tiny heart and result in cardiac failure Their baby Harriet’s chance of survival was less than 40 percent. From 2000-2020, only 55 fetal pericardial teratomas were reported worldwide.