As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
Article Translations: (Spanish)
Say: STETH-eh-skope
When you go to the doctor, they probably use something called a stethoscope to hear the sounds that the inside of your body makes. Usually, we can't hear these sounds very well, but with a stethoscope they get a whole lot louder! The doctor can hear your heartbeat, the air going in and out of your lungs, tummy gurgles, and other wonderful noises that tell the doctor how things are working inside.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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