When Becca Smelser was facing her toughest battle, Lily, one of Mayo Clinic's Caring Canines, brought a smile to her face. Becca shares how meeting[...]
If you know of a military service member like Austin Meyer looking to transition to the civilian workforce, or if your department could benefit from the skills and experiences of military service members, find out how the SkillBridge Program can help.
A potentially catastrophic crisis quickly emerged when the power went out in the Guggenheim Building in Rochester on Feb. 25. Teams from Research, Facilities, Safety and Security quickly jumped into action to avert a disaster.
At most institutions, bone marrow collections are performed by physicians. But at Mayo Clinic, a small group of nurses perform these vital procedures. Learn how their work contributes to patient care, what they'd look for in a new team member, and what they'd be called if they were a band.
When Clint Chamales injured his ankle, it threatened to keep him from what he loves doing: skydiving. A Mayo Clinic team got him back in the air by repairing his 'landing gear.' On his first jump after surgery, he recorded a special thank-you to his surgeon and the team that cared for him.
Sally Blackwell was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer at age 33, shortly after her second child was born. She shares how the life-changing care[...]
Dustin Quimby stepped onto a shuttle bus expecting a ride. He got that and more from driver Matthew Mathias, whose kindness, compassion and fondness for[...]
When Jenna Rose started experiencing frequent fainting episodes and other unusual symptoms, she put high school on pause and came to Mayo Clinic seeking answers. Nine years later, Jenna joined Mayo Clinic to help patients like her get on the path to healing.
Melody Griffith shares her inspiration for starting a program for adolescents and young adults with cancer who need different resources and support than adult patients[...]
When Niki Garvie's daughters were diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease, she was determined to learn all she could about the disorder. That determination led her to pursue a new career. Today, she's a nurse, pageant queen and tireless advocate for the PKD community.
Mayo Clinic's Nursing Research Coordinators include, from left to right: Melanie Schneekloth, Hannah Friesen, Kathleen Leistikow, Pamela Peterson and Chelsea Kallinen. Not pictured: Kathy Sheffield.[...]
Jill Maas' ability to connect with patients not only makes her an integral part of the healthcare team but may also have helped save a life.