Staff Stories

Leaders and students from the early years of Mayo's M.D.-Ph.D. program share their recollections on the program in its infancy and how it grew to become a respected program despite some early and unexpected roadblocks.

By In the Loop • August 16, 2023

Mayo Clinic recently welcomed two facility dogs to its team. Learn how these specially trained team members are making a difference for patients.

By In the Loop • August 15, 2023

Respiratory therapists work throughout Mayo Clinic with patients having trouble breathing. Read what some of them in Florida say about their roles and why they work at Mayo Clinic.

By In the Loop • August 11, 2023

In this all-Sisters edition of Here and There, read about an ice cream social to celebrate Sister Lauren, learn how the Sisters of Saint Francis coordinated a refresh center for staff working outside during a hot spell, and find out which items will be preserved in a time capsule in the Sister Lauren Weinandt Staff Gazebo.

By In the Loop • August 7, 2023

Caitlyn Hendrickson, a student in the Echocardiography Program at the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences, volunteers for Play for Patrick heart screening events held at Minnesota high schools to help keep student athletes safe. She shares how her volunteer activities helped her choose her career path.

By In the Loop • August 7, 2023

The Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences Emergency Medicine Paramedic Program organized eight emergency scenarios around the Rochester area for trainees this week, including one at Cook Park in northwest Rochester.

By Axel Gumbel • August 4, 2023

Prior to her passing on Monday, July 31, Sister Lauren Weinandt asked that the following letter be shared with Mayo Clinic staff.  

By Axel Gumbel • August 2, 2023

In the "Above and Beyond" series, we're highlighting the stories and actions of staff praised by colleagues for exemplifying Mayo Clinic values.

By Axel Gumbel • July 28, 2023

Born in Ireland, Karen Rooney says it's a "privilege and honor to be part of Mayo Clinic Health System." She worked in Ireland's largest acute care hospital for 15 years in different roles, including management, teaching and providing bedside care, before moving to Minnesota and working at Mayo Clinic Health System.

By Axel Gumbel • July 28, 2023

Decades of incorrect diagnoses and debilitating symptoms led Karie Lother to Mayo Clinic, first as a patient and eventually as a remote staff member. She shares how Mayo Clinic restored her hope and her health.

By Axel Gumbel • July 21, 2023