HERE Film Series Episode 1 - Reggie's Story

Reggie’s Story

Reggie McAllister contracted COVID-19 by caring for others who were ill with the virus. After being admitted to Hennepin Healthcare with a very high fever, he soon landed in the ICU where he spent weeks in a coma, fighting for his life.

Life-Saving Tracheostomy

Dr. Stephanie Contag explains what a tracheostomy is, and why it is so important and beneficial to some patients and their families.

Reggie’s ICU Battle

Nurse Nate Henry goes into more detail on Reggie’s condition from when he first arrived in the COVID-19 Intensive Care Unit.

Tracheostomy Removal

One doctor has performed all of the COVID-19 tracheostomies at Hennepin Healthcare. Hear about one of the most rewarding parts of her job.

COVID-19 Post-Trauma Care

Occupational Therapist Courtney Mitchell details the different types of post-trauma care that Reggie is needing on his long road to recovery.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Care

Learn more about the breadth and expertise of the care team involved with brain injury care at Hennepin Healthcare.

Making a Difference

Dr. Stephanie Contag opens up on why she loves working at Hennepin Healthcare, and how everyone shares in wanting to provide such great care for our diverse patient populations.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist Courtney Mitchell discusses the wide range of roles and unique skills within the occupational therapy department at Hennepin Healthcare.