Eye Tracking Has High Sensitivity as a Biomarker for Concussion
Eye-tracking technology works by having patients watch a music video for 220 seconds while eye movements are measured using a tracking camera.
Follow Dr. Kjell Lindgren to the International Space Center
Dr. Douglas Brunette was invited by astronaut Dr. Kjell Lindgren to watch his launch to the International Space Center.
HCMC-trained MD Astronaut Kjell Lindgren launches to International Space Station next week
The Soyuz spacecraft will carry a crew to the International Space Station that includes astronaut Kjell Lindgren, MD.
Internationally recognized neurosurgeon Dr. Uzma Samadani joins HCMC
Dr. Uzma Samadani is joining the Department of Neurosurgery at HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center.
Partnership fills food and nutrition needs during summer months
The Hennepin Health Foundation of HCMC and Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless announce the Sixth Annual Food Shelf Challenge Grant.
U of M wrestlers visit 8 y.o. wrestler grappling with burns
Sam Brancale, Josh Shupe, Zane Zeman and Nate Thomas visited with Tyler, the young wrestler, and his parents.
Pinwheels for Prevention Award given to Mother-Baby Program
HCMC’s Mother-Baby Program’s Day Hospital was recently recognized for its commitment to the prevention of child maltreatment.
Countdown to NASA launch begins with HCMC-trained astronaut aboard
Staff at HCMC in Minneapolis are counting down the days until the launch of Expedition 45 crew members to the International Space Station.
20 Surprising Reasons to Have Your Baby at HCMC
The Birth Center is expertly equipped to meet all of the patients’ needs before, during and after the arrival of their child.
Removing clots provides additional benefits for stroke patients compared to medications alone
Taking his dog out for a walk left Richard Juergensen speechless – but thanks to a life-saving technique, he survived a stroke.
New clinic and specialty building update
Hennepin County Medical Center is consolidating its downtown clinics and specialties into one building for the convenience of patients.
Former Olympic hopeful Kevin Pearce to visit TBI patients
Snowboarder Kevin Pearce, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2009 while training for the Olympics, will visit TBI patients.
HCMC recognized as a Baby-Friendly Designated birth facility
After completing a comprehensive on-site survey, Baby-Friendly USA, Inc. announced that HCMC has been designated as a Baby-Friendly Hospital.
Poison Prevention Tips for Child Safety
The Minnesota Poison Control System and Safe Kids Minnesota are offering simple suggestions to keep children safe.
Study identifies interventions to decrease physician burnout
Studies have shown that physicians in clinic practice are having a difficult time balancing work-life issues, schedules, and expectations.
HCMC first in the Twin Cities to offer new heart failure monitoring solution
HCMC is the first facility in the Twin Cities to implant a new miniaturized, wireless monitoring sensor to manage heart failure.
Helping kids learn the importance of brushing teeth
The Dentistry Clinic and Pediatric departments will join together to help educate children and their parents about good oral health.
Dr. Keith Henry: 30 years of HIV/AIDS care
January 2015 marks the 30th year of caring for patients with HIV/AIDS for Dr. Keith Henry of HCMC’s Positive Care Clinic.
Dr. Rick Odland named Chief of Otolaryngology
Rick Odland, MD, PhD, FACS, was selected as the new Chief of Hennepin County Medical Center’s (HCMC) Department of Otolaryngology.
Nobody plans to get frostbite
In an “average” year, HCMC’s Burn Center cares for about 25 patients with frostbite requiring hospitalization.
