COVID-19 vaccines and antibiotics: answers to new common questions
As distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine continues around the world, many people have questions— including whether the vaccine affects antibiotics.
Children’s Minnesota physicians recognized as Rising Stars by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine
Congratulations to the 63 Children’s Minnesota physicians recognized by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine as 2020 “Rising Stars.” The Top Doctors: Rising Stars list highlights up-and-coming physicians who have been fully licensed to practice for approximately 10 years or less and are recognized for their achievements by peers.
Transgender Day of Visibility: Alissa and Rubie share their story
On Transgender Day of Visibility, Alissa Fountain, supervisor of Children’s Minnesota’s HIV program, shares her story of supporting her daughter Rubie after she came out as transgender.
Caring for the tiniest babies: The village at Children’s Minnesota that gets NICU babies home
Dr. Thomas George, system medical director for neonatology at Children’s Minnesota, talks about his journey as a neonatologist and his favorite moments treating newborns. He also explains what’s so special about our neonatal team that works across three sites — St. Paul, Minneapolis and Coon Rapids — and collaborates with hospitals across the region.
Children’s Minnesota expanding care to help more children live pain-free
At Children’s Minnesota, we’re committed to helping prevent and treat pain in kids so that they can live as well as possible. As part of that commitment, we’re expanding access within the Pediatric Pain, Palliative Care and Integrative Medicine Program.
New multi-specialty Stroke Clinic at Children’s Minnesota
Launched at the beginning of 2020, Children’s Minnesota Stroke Clinic provides comprehensive care for patients with history of stoke, acute post-event evaluations and long-term management.
Minnesota vaccine eligibility now includes people aged 16+, March 30
Governor Tim Walz announced that Minnesota COVID-19 vaccine eligibility now includes all people aged 16 years and older starting on March 30, 2021.
Meet Children’s Minnesota social workers
In honor of National Social Work Month, we are highlighting some of our remarkable social workers: Amanda Woelfel, LICSW; Erika Vaughn, LICSW; and Mason Davies, LGSW.
Some Children’s Minnesota clinics re-opening walk-in care
We now have six clinics that offer walk-in care to help your child receive care for injury and illness or to get a COVID-19 test. A visit with a provider is required as part of the COVID-19 testing. Walk-in care is typically available during regular office hours.
