Abdominal pain is one of the most common reasons children visit the emergency department. Appendicitis is the most frequent surgical emergency in pediatrics, affecting approximately 80,000 children in the U.S. every year. At Children’s Minneapolis and St. Paul emergency departments our pediatric surgeons perform about 750 appendectomies every year.
Children’s Minnesota supports health professionals throughout the Upper Midwest who provide emergency and trauma care to children in several ways.
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At Children’s Minnesota, our staff understands how stressful an emergency visit can be. We’ll do our best to reduce anxiety for you and your child.
Our emergency care team is the largest and most experienced in treating childhood injuries and acute illness in the region.
Whether your child comes to us with a high fever or by ambulance after an accident, we’re ready to help. Take a minute to learn more about what we can do at Children's Minnesota.
In spring, kids and teens may experience increased stress from college decisions, prom, and school responsibilities. If they seem overwhelmed, remember that there are many helpful resources available.