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How urban expressionist Michelle Jones finds beauty in the imperfect while creating art that affirms

July 27, 2022

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many felt disconnected from family, friends, and the activities that brought them joy. For Michelle Jones, this was the launchpad to hone a new skill and find her voice during a troubling time.

Michelle, who recently celebrated eight years at Hennepin Healthcare, is a Senior Revenue Cycle Management Representative. Her work includes billing follow up and denials for government-based programs. Although she has spent much of her career in healthcare, Michelle has always pursued creative hobbies. Before the pandemic, this included working as a makeup artist. (more…)

The Great Slimdown program meets patients where they’re at through a supportive, patient-centered approach

July 26, 2022

With summer comes the impulse to get out and enjoy the sun and move our bodies more—swimming, running, biking, hiking. For some people, excess weight may affect their ability to enjoy these activities or their comfort with completing everyday tasks. Hennepin Healthcare’s The Great Slim-Down team meets these patients where they are, with an approach that treats obesity through nutrition, behavior adjustments, physical activity, and medication therapy. (more…)

Resident reignites her passion for surgery through service

June 29, 2022

One Hennepin Healthcare resident has transformed the way she provides care. Alexandra Coward, MD, MPH, (third from the left), spent 10 days in Guatemala providing surgical services to a rural community through the nonprofit, HELPS International.

Dr. Coward was inspired to pursue a medical service trip by her interest in public health, surgical development, and service to vulnerable populations. Working at Hennepin Healthcare fueled those interests even more. Paul Stahler, MD, in transplant and trauma advocated for Dr. Coward to join a service trip – and was successful. (more…)

Tips for celebrating safely with fireworks

June 28, 2022

According to the Minnesota State Fire Marshal’s Office, an average of 75 people go to Minnesota hospitals with fireworks injuries each year. Nearly 45 % of firework injuries happen to children and more than 30% of firework injuries are from sparklers and fireworks that explode or shoot off into the air. That doesn’t come close to the actual number of people injured who didn’t seek care at a hospital. This doesn’t mean you have to avoid fireworks altogether this Fourth of July. As a Level I Adult, Pediatric, and Burn Center, Hennepin Healthcare offers these tips for celebrating safely with fireworks this summer. (more…)

Regionally recognized Health Care Hero in the First Responder category: Paramedic John Sylvester

June 22, 2022

Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal has celebrated the best of the Twin Cities for many years. This year, Paramedic John Sylvester is the 2022 Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal second annual Health Care Hero in the First Responder category. This award recognizes Twin Cities individuals for putting innovation, care, dedication and compassion to work to improve the human condition. John was celebrated at an award ceremony for his passion of going above and beyond his duties. (Pictured above at the ceremony with his parents, his son, and his wife.) (more…)

Happy Twin Cities Pride!

June 22, 2022

Come out to support the LQBTQ+ community this weekend, June 25-26 at Loring Park to celebrate the Twin Cities Pride Festival! Visit the Hennepin Healthcare table and meet team members from many specialties, including Between Us where you can learn about our services and ask health questions. We’ve pulled together some history and a quick snap shot of the some of the feature organizations, businesses and artists you can meet this weekend: (more…)

Keeping your cool when it’s hot

June 19, 2022

When those thermometers rise it’s not uncommon for even the hardiest folks lose their cool, and there’s actually a physical reason why we get more irritable or are quicker to anger when we’re hot.

June is Men’s Health Month. Join Travis Pagliara, MD, for a discreet virtual medical group visit to discuss men’s issues.

June 9, 2022

Men can face various health issues over their lifetime. Trying to live a healthy lifestyle means exercise, healthy eating, and good health habits. But this may not always be enough to maintain that lifestyle. A broken bone may send you to the Orthopedic Clinic. Diabetes or heart problems may be in your family history. Arthritis may creep in as you age and send you to a rheumatologist for treatment. And to no fault of your own, you may experience problems with your urologic system.

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