Healthcare

Reporting on hospitals, clinics, and the medical professionals working to keep Minnesota communities healthy.

Mayo Clinic Researchers Advance Diagnostic Imaging Technology in Rochester

Ongoing research at Mayo Clinic is refining imaging tools intended to detect certain conditions earlier and with greater precision.

Primary care clinics are adding on-site mental health staff to catch conditions earlier and reduce wait times for behavioral health support.

Hospital systems are working more closely with nursing programs to smooth the transition from graduation to clinical practice.

Regional health systems are extending virtual specialist appointments to small clinics that previously required long drives for basic consultations.

A new care coordination program aims to help older patients manage multiple chronic conditions and avoid unnecessary hospital readmissions.

New and expanded clinic locations aim to shorten wait times for primary care appointments across central and southern Minnesota.