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Children’s Minnesota health equity team recognized for health equity improvement efforts

The Health Equity team at Children’s Minnesota has been honored as a Top Finalist for the 2023 Bernard J. Tyson National Award for Excellence in Pursuit of Healthcare Equity by The Joint Commission and Kaiser Permanente.

Children’s Minnesota named a top employer for workforce diversity by Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Children’s Minnesota is thrilled to announce the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal selected the pediatric health care system for its 2023 Diversity in Workforces list.

Sexual health: Preventing and treating HIV, STIs in adolescents and teens

The CDC estimates that consistently one-fifth of newly diagnosed people with HIV in the U.S. annually are adolescents and young adults. Dr. Angela Kade Goepferd, chief education officer and medical director of the Gender Health program, and Dr. Katy Miller, medical director of the adolescent health program, share their thoughts about how to educate young patients to prevent STIs and stay safe.

Novel drug is potential game changer for acute lymphoblastic leukemia

A new antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) that targets B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) is showing early promise in the fight against childhood leukemia. ALL is a cancer that involves the white blood cells of the bone marrow. It is the most common leukemia diagnosed in children and young adults.

Fellowship for pediatric otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery in Ethiopia will provide life-changing care

Access to life-changing care will improve for children with cleft lip, cleft palate, and other head and neck malformations in Ethiopia thanks to a first-of-its-kind fellowship created with the guidance of two kid experts in the ear, nose and throat (ENT) and facial plastic surgery program at Children’s Minnesota.

Twins Madison and Peyton born with same heart condition now reaching milestones after procedure

The twins were born three months premature with their patent ductus arteriosus’ (PDA) still open. The Kid Experts at Children’s Minnesota developed a standard guideline and protocol for preterm babies requiring transcatheter closure of their PDA, meaning Madison and Peyton were in the best hands possible.

Children’s Minnesota named one of Modern Healthcare’s Top Diversity Leaders

The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

The Kid Experts® at Children’s Minnesota train Minnesota Air National Guard members during mass casualty simulation

The Kid Experts® at Children’s Minnesota trained U.S. Air Force servicemembers from the 133rd Medical Group during a mass casualty exercise.

Laurin Cathey among Notable Leaders in Recruitment and Talent honorees

Twin Cities Business says the honorees on the list are expanding employee benefits, diversifying teams and aiding in growth strategies for their employers.

Children’s Minnesota physicians recognized as 2023 Top Doctors by Minnesota Monthly

Children’s Minnesota is proud to congratulate 173 professional staff members who have been recognized as 2023 Top Doctors by Minnesota Monthly magazine. The annual list was determined by a survey of thousands of licensed doctors in the Twin Cities.