Mayo Clinic Health System

School bus drivers are some of the most highly trained vehicle operators on the road. They receive special driver training and education on how to keep kids safe as they’re loading and unloading the bus. A preventative injury message echoed by Mayo Clinic Health System’s Joni Gillies. https://bit.ly/3TcN5fx

The La Crosse community got its first look at our new Mayo Clinic Health System hospital during an open house on Sunday afternoon. Thank you to all who attended and helped make the event a success. https://bit.ly/473hlPN

Join healthcare professionals, community organization representatives, educators and researchers on Oct. 21–22 at Mayo Clinic Health System’s second annual national symposium, Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare 2024: Inspiring Partnerships and Scaling Collaborative Impact. 2023 symposium attendee Jerome Ferson, the President of the United Way of Olmsted County, shared this about his experience: “The 2023 Transforming Community and Rural Healthcare Symposium highlighted the unique challenges of creating healthy communities in rural areas, particularly concerning the social determinants of health. The event underscored the critical need for community-based organizations to collaborate with healthcare providers and governmental entities. By working together, we can more effectively address issues like access to education, stable housing and economic opportunities—key factors in the well-being of our rural communities. I’m excited for the 2024 Symposium to continue this process of understanding and discovery as we build on these insights and strengthen our efforts to create a healthier, more equitable future for all.” This year's symposium presentations and discussions will address pressing healthcare issues facing rural America: collaborative partnerships, the workforce of the future, rural cancer care, behavioral health, health equity, health policy, financial stability, and digital health and artificial intelligence. The event will be held at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester and by livestream. Visit the course website for more information and to register: https://mayocl.in/3YSg5gn

Fitness influencers often promote energy drinks as metabolism boosters, but do these beverages really aid in weight loss? Andrew Jagim, a sports medicine specialist at the Mayo Clinic Health System and a contributor to the International Society of Sports Nutrition, shares his insights on the matter. https://lnkd.in/eN7-TanJ

Yesterday, Mayo Clinic Health System dedicated its new hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin, marking a bold and historic step forward for healthcare in our community. The $215 million, six-level, 96-bed hospital integrates new technologies and design enhancements, creating exceptional care experiences for both patients and staff. The new hospital will open for patient care in September. Learn more: https://mayocl.in/4dR0fH0

Congratulations to David L., a registered nurse, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing, who recently received The DAISY Award. Read an excerpt from the nomination: "I cannot say enough good things about David. Last year I had my first nephrology appointment. I was scared because I had an ultrasound and I knew this was the appointment that would tell how bad my kidneys are. David called me from the waiting room, greeted with a smile and was just so nice. Then before he took my blood pressure, we chatted and joked and that interaction helped alleviate the tension of a serious appointment. David helped ease the tension for both of my appointments by just listening, joking and having some faith in his patient with anxiety, which makes me want to go to my nephrology appointment, even if I am scared of what the nephrologist will say at the appointment." Mayo Clinic Health System is among over 5,000 healthcare organizations worldwide committed to the DAISY Award program. The DAISY Award is presented each month to an extraordinary nurse. Learn more about the DAISY Award or nominate a registered nurse https://mayocl.in/3SuygDO Interested in a nursing career at Mayo Clinic Health System? https://mayocl.in/3OGI2C2

Congratulations to the surgical team at Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing, who recently performed the first surgical procedure using a new surgical system - the first of its kind for Mayo Clinic Health System in Southeast Minnesota. This marks a significant advancement in the region’s ability to perform complex and delicate surgical procedures with superior precision through tiny incisions using a robot. Learn more about robotic surgery in Red Wing: https://mayocl.in/46Mv11n

Last week, Mayo Clinic Health System in Cannon Falls held a 10-year anniversary celebration of care at that location. We couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of the Cannon Falls community. Over the last decade, our team has had the privilege of providing care to thousands of patients at more than 227,000 outpatient appointments, 41,000 Emergency Department visits, 4,800 surgeries and 3,300 hospital admissions. Thank you for trusting us with your health and well-being. This 10-year milestone is just the beginning, and we look forward to providing the community with the same expertise, care and compassion in the years to come. Congratulations to the Cannon Falls team and the community!

Parkinson's disease touches every aspect of a person's life, from the physical to the emotional, often leaving individuals feeling isolated and overwhelmed. However, amid the challenges, there is a beacon of hope—new treatments and simple lifestyle changes are making a significant difference, empowering those diagnosed to lead fuller, more vibrant lives. "Parkinson's disease, in the simplest terms, is a neurodegenerative condition which affects the neurons that produce dopamine in your brain," explains Prashant Natteru, M.D., assistant professor of neurology and neurologist at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ciODeC

Ron Woods, an Eagle Lake, Minnesota resident, is believed to be the first person to have a double smart knee replacement. His double knee replacement included microchip implantation that tracks steps, gait, and range of motion, providing precise data to his Mayo Clinic Health System care team and aiding in his recovery. Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jacob Ziegler performed the surgeries and used the data from the microchip to monitor and compare Ron’s recovery progress. The collected data helps patients like Ron see objective recovery metrics, offering reassurance and motivation. After four months of recovery, Ron celebrated his progress by riding his motorcycle for the first since the surgery. Ron’s journey highlights the potential of smart knee replacements in transforming post-surgery recovery. Moving from a walker to a cane and now back on his motorcycle, Ron has set his sights on attending the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally next year and going deer hunting in November. Read the full article from the Mankato Free Press to learn more about Ron's journey and the future of smart knee replacement: https://bit.ly/4dsGchI