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715 South 8th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
About Colleen Bell, MD
At a glance
Gender: Female
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Languages: English
Age groups treated: Pediatric and Adult
Commitment to patient-centered care
"I feel so lucky that I get to spend my days taking care of kids for my job. I will always emphasize the patient and family, and partnering to achieve our goals. I want all my patients to feel comfortable, and like I have explained my thought process in a way that makes sense. Young people bring joy to my life, and it's a privilege to get to work with them!"
Clinical expertise
Dr. Bell is a Pediatrician, caring for patients from birth through adolescence. She sees children for routine childhood care, as well as sick visits. She also takes care of newborn babies in the hospital. She has a special focus on adolescents, with a specific emphasis on sexual health, mental health, substance use, period problems, and eating disorders. She has additional interests in medical education (training residents and medical students) and global health (specifically East Africa).
Credentials
Training & education
Medical school
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
Residency
Pediatrics, University of Texas, Austin, Austin, TX, USA
Awards and honors
Resident Clinical Learning Environment Award, University of Texas
My experiences & interests
Publications
- Bell, C., Minnesota Medical Association, writing contest. Honorable Mention: Air Hungers
Licenses and accreditations
- Bachelors in Biology
- Medical Doctorate
Personal
"I love having conversations with anyone and everyone, running, camping, canoeing, backpacking, reading, travel, pick up sports, and trying new things!"