[Elk River Star, February 14, 2015]
Dan Olson’s first defibrillator never went off in the 10 years it was implanted in his body. His second one replaced his first one about five years ago, and it stood guard under Olson’s skin between his heart and shoulder for nearly another five years before it was called into serious action.
February 14, 2016
[CTN, February 05, 2016]
A new addition to a family can be an exciting time, but it's not always easy for a child, learning to share toys, space, and attention. We met a Blaine family who found guidance in keeping their daughter involved and prepared for her future sibling's arrival at Mercy Hospital , part of Allina Health .
February 05, 2016
[KSTP TV, August 19, 2015]
There's a growing trend to help patients prepare ahead of time for treatment. It's called "pre-habilitation" or "prehab." Allina Health has launched a program.
August 19, 2015
[KMSP-TV, July 05, 2015]
Imagine if you were suddenly unable to do the things you were most passionate about. Sadly, for too many people, a cancer diagnosis robs them of those things.
July 07, 2015
[KSTP TV, May 22, 2015]
The Food and Drug Administration is analyzing first-of-its-kind data on a new miniature pacemaker that can get you moving in just a couple of days. Seventeen out of the 140 patients worldwide who received the special pacemaker inserted are right here in the Twin Cities.
May 22, 2015
[KARE11, December 02, 2014]
There's a new therapy, right here in the Twin Cities at Mercy Hospital that could prevent amputations caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD). The procedure is helping a Minnesota man stay on his feet.
December 02, 2014
[COON RAPIDS HERALD, August 15, 2014]
Adorned with signatures and messages of goodwill, the final beam of The Mother Baby Center at Mercy was lifted into place during an Aug. 12 "topping off" ceremony at the hospital.
August 22, 2014
[Pioneer Press, July 14, 2014]
A program to lower health costs through new payment contracts with doctors and hospitals generated about $10.5 million in savings during its first year, according to state officials. The new contracts let health care providers share in the savings when quality care is provided more efficiently.
July 17, 2014
[COON RAPIDS HERALD, May 16, 2014]
Representatives of Allina Health and Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota ceremonially broke ground on The Mother Baby Center at Mercy May 14. When the facility opens next summer, specialized care and birthing options will be available close to home for local families and their newborns.
May 20, 2014
[Star Tribune, May 15, 2014]
Ground has been broken for the new $30 million Mother Baby Center at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. The new center will be part of Allina Heath and Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota's network and is slated to open by mid-2015.
May 15, 2014