Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Another one for the books: Dr. Bishoy Gad, with the help of the surgical team at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, reached 500 career cases with the Stryker Mako robotic platform during a recent knee replacement procedure. We congratulate Dr. Gad and the team on this amazing milestone – and thank them for the hundreds of lives improved by their expertise!

Learn more about our advanced approach to joint replacement: https://bit.ly/4bVADrR.

Healthy men still need regular checkups too. Find out four important reasons why from family medicine doctor Josh Scheck, MD: https://bit.ly/45pXjxZ.

Here’s why men should get annual exams You’re healthy. You’re busy. Why take time for an annual physical? This article explains.

Our pollinator garden is in full bloom right now!

Urban gardens connect residents and strengthen our community – not to mention the incredible effects nature has on our physical and mental well-being. 🐝 Check it out on the Midtown Greenway.

Congratulations to our Mother Baby Center staff on this well-deserved recognition!

Three cheers for all three of The Mother Baby Centers - Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital and United Hospital - for being named to America's Best Maternity Hospitals 2024 list by Newsweek & Statista! 🎉 🎉 🎉

We couldn't be more proud of the exceptional providers and care teams from Allina Health and Children's Minnesota who continue to prove that our hospitals are among the best in the nation. Read why they made the list: https://bit.ly/3Kuruun.

Have you ever had parts of your body go numb while riding a bike? Here's why: https://bit.ly/44U0Btb.

Don’t go numb on your next bike ride One of the most frequent questions asked by cyclists is why different parts of their bodies become numb while riding. Here are some solutions and preventive steps you can take to avoid numbness (paresthesia) on your bike ride.

1,644 pounds of food donated = A NEW RECORD!

In honor of National Hospital Week earlier this month, our IV Team hosted a food drive to collect items for the Horizon's Unlimited – Division of Indian Work Food Shelf in Minneapolis. Great work, everyone, and thank you to all those who donated items!

We are so thankful for our hospital infection control team who ensures safety and high-quality care by working to protect both patients and health care colleagues from diseases and illnesses. “I am grateful to come to work each day to help decrease the risk of patients getting a hospital-acquired infection.”

Ellie Carter, Infection Preventionist • Infection Prevention and Control Department

While it’s still hard to envision what will be where, the new surgical and critical care building’s first floor is shaping up quickly! Here's what we're looking at:
🔹 East area: Emergency Department drive-up lane
🔹 West/southwest area: Spacious cafeteria, a “micro market” for grab-and-go food and a coffee café
🔹 Northwest area: Main hospital entrance and lobby with a gift shop and retail pharmacy

People young and old are searching for the fountain of youth in a bottle. Learn which products you actually need for your skincare routine: https://bit.ly/3QMbjfD.

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We wouldn't be who we are today if it weren't for our amazing and dedicated team members. Thank you for helping us be and happy National Hospital Week!

From Buffalo to River Falls; from Cambridge to Owatonna and everywhere in between—We are grateful for our 12 hospital campuses that allow us to serve the Twin Cities metro and our local communities.

But these hospitals would just be buildings without the incredible team members who staff them. Thank you, all of you, for making Allina Health a place where patients and their families can rely on us to provide exceptional and compassionate care. Happy National Hospital Week!

A nurse is defined as a person who not only cares for the sick but is skilled in promoting and maintaining health.

At Allina Health, our nurses are so much more. They are vital to creating stronger, healthier communities because of their dedication to treating their patients with kindness, compassion and integrity.

Thank you, to all our nurses, for fostering a supportive, caring environment for both your own colleagues and your patients. Happy !

We are honored to share that our eight-level Purple Parking Ramp and transportation hub has been honored with an American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC MN) engineering excellence award.

This nomination highlights our commitment to the neighborhood and environment with sustainability features like a community solar garden, stormwater management, pollinator garden and electric vehicle charging stations.

Learn more about this newer addition to our campus in this spotlight from Parking & Mobility Magazine: https://bit.ly/4drIa35.

Abbott Northwestern Hospital Purple Ramp Supporting Growth with Multimodal Mobility: Allina Health's Master Plan.

Congratulations to our teams on helping us achieve this recognition for the 𝗳𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗿𝗼𝘄!

For more than 1 million Americans impacted by tricuspid regurgitation, hope has arrived. On April 4th, a team at the Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute at Abbott Northwestern Hospital became the first in the U.S. to implant the FDA-approved TriClip device for patients with a leaky heart valve condition.

Learn more about this innovative procedure and join us in congratulating the team who successfully completed it: https://bit.ly/49qPx7r.

Planning to watch the solar eclipse tomorrow? Make sure you know how to properly protect your eyes while you enjoy the show: https://bit.ly/4ap6O2g.

How to protect your eyes during the solar eclipse Watching a solar eclipse is exciting, but you need to be careful as irreversible vision loss can occur. Here's what you need to know to protect your eyes.

Courtney Flug recruits volunteers who want to help patients navigate construction-related changes on our campus.

“I am grateful to come to work each day because I have the privilege of working with our volunteers who inspire me with the compassion they show our patients and guests.” - Courtney Flug, MSW, Volunteer Services Coordinator

Do you have trouble “staying regular” when you’re out of your normal routine? Check out these ideas for overcoming travel constipation. ⬇️

How to avoid constipation on your next trip Can't go number two when you're on the go? Find out why.

Spring break is right around the corner for many families, and while social media may paint an ideal picture of exotic vacations, remember, it's not the only way to create lasting memories.

Before break starts, ask yourself these three key questions and discover budget-friendly ways to connect with your family.

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Women in Construction Week provides the opportunity to spotlight the leadership and skills women bring to building projects like our surgical and critical care building.

Today Abbott Northwestern Hospital Director of Patient Care Laura Genzler (right) joined Medical Staff Leaders Dr. Lynne Gibeau (left) and Dr. Jean Watson (center) in celebrating the many contributions of women during the construction team’s early morning safety meeting.

"How’s your day going?”

Jamie Mendoza-Brenner asks that question many times each day as he transports patients through our skyway. Sometimes the answer is “Good!” or “OK.” Sometimes the answer is “I’ll know after the test I’m having today.” No matter what, Jamie provides a caring and friendly presence for hospital patients and guests.

We are committed to keeping you informed throughout the revitalization of Abbott Northwestern Hospital!

REMINDER: Tomorrow, December 16th, a small section of 10th Avenue will be closed to traffic in both directions.
• To access the Emergency Department, please enter from the south/28th Street
• The Piper Building and parking lot will be accessible via 26th Street

Construction signs will also be up to help drivers navigate this area.

Medically speaking, you could be younger than the number on your driver's license. Learn how it's possible. ⬇️

Get back 6 years with improved heart health If you have superior heart health, your body may be younger than you think.