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Overdose deaths are increasing among young Minnesotans, and Minnesota schools are now required by law to have a supply of overdose medication in school buildings. To help address this rising concern, M Health Fairview community care specialists led a naloxone training and kit-packing event this morning with students at Roosevelts High School’s Health Careers Program, teaching them how the life-saving drug can be used to reverse an opioid overdose. Ingrid Johansen, RN, director of community clinical care with M Health Fairview said, “This is about empowering youth with the knowledge around this epidemic that has impacted so many of us.” Learn about this initiative: https://bit.ly/3Q7rEKC #HealthcareCareers | #CommunityOutreach
Patient-centered care is our top priority. We’re thrilled to announce four M Health Fairview hospitals – Fairview Range, M Health Fairview Northland, M Health Fairview Southdale, and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center – were honored with the Vizient, Inc Bernard A. Birnbaum Quality and Accountability Award for their outstanding commitment to providing high-quality patient care for our communities. Our hospitals received high marks for quality of care and safety in multiple categories, something M Health Fairview Chief Quality Officer Abe Jacob, MD, attributes to the “exceptional work everyone in our system has done to improve quality and safety for our patients.” “It’s great to see organizations outside of our system noting the incredible work of our teams,” Jacob added. Congratulations to our incredible providers, staff, and employees who made this possible!
Family Medicine Physician Jeremy Peterson, MD, is on a mission to make our communities healthier. Peterson was recently appointed as the new medical advisor for the Princeton Public School district, a role which he is thrilled to fill. “Promoting healthy living and proactively caring for the student population outside of the walls of our clinic and hospital has been the vision I sought in aligning our organization with my local school district,” Peterson said. “I cannot find a better way to fit this with M Health Fairview’s mission to heal, discover, and educate for longer and healthier lives.” Last week, Peterson celebrated National Walk to School Day alongside his patients, family, and community, “walking the walk” to encourage and promote lifelong health. Help us congratulate Peterson for keeping our communities strong! 👏
New research looking to elevate smartwatches from fitness novelties to diagnostic medical tools are getting a boost thanks to Fairview Frontiers – the research division of Fairview Health Services specializing in technological clinical trials. These studies are determining if optical sensors in smartwatches can identify sleep apnea, irregular heartbeats, and other health problems. This year alone, Fairview Frontiers successfully recruited almost 1,000 participants for these trials, a growing number of which were minorities. Focusing on the importance of diversity in clinical trials has made Frontiers a go-to recruiter when tech giants such as Apple or Garmin launch their studies. “All of these sensors are optically based, which means they are trying to read things through light. That’s one of the reasons why we need so many people with different colored skin, because the results might be quite different,” said Andrew Snyder, director of clinical trials for M Health Fairview. Read more on StarTribune Media Company LLC. ➡ https://bit.ly/3RIQcMd #ClinicalTrials | #BreakthroughResearch | #TechnologyResearch | #HealthEquity
Thanks to a remarkable $10 million grant from The Helmsley Charitable Trust, M Health Fairview is launching an #ECMO Center of Excellence to nearly double our health system’s ECMO therapy capacity, bringing hope to those facing sudden #CardiacArrest. Every minute matters in these emergencies. ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation) temporarily supports heart and lung functions, boosting survival chances. As ECMO capacity expands, we’re growing the Minnesota Mobile Resuscitation Consortium (MMRC), which is now under Fairview’s ownership. The partnership between Fairview and MMRC will expand the lifesaving care model in the Twin Cities, greater Minnesota, and five-state region so that we can provide life-saving care for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest statewide. Our commitment to innovation and cardiac care comes as demand for ECMO treatment rises. Together, we're shaping the future of treatment. Learn more. ➡ https://bit.ly/45SvZIa
Celebrating a year of transformative, community-based care. The Fairview Community Health and Wellness Hub opened last summer with the goal of providing responsive, equitable, and accessible care in downtown St. Paul. From primary and mental health care to food distribution programs to senior care, we’ve innovated alongside our community partners to improve health and wellness for all. “In just one year, the hub has had measurable, meaningful impact toward closing the health equity gap in our communities,” said Diane Tran, Fairview’s executive director of community health equity and engagement. “Together with our community partners, we are addressing social risk factors and expanding access by bringing healthy food, clinical services, and research directly into neighborhoods.” Here’s some of the great work that’s happened at the hub in the last year: -9,000+ visits through the M Health Fairview Mental Health & Addiction Services -6,500+ visits to the St. Paul Wellness Center, operated by Minnesota Community Care to provide affordable primary care, wellness services, preventive medicine, gender care and more -1,000 meal boxes packed weekly by Fairview and The Sanneh Foundation
Get ahead of flu season! Flu vaccines are now available at all M Health Fairview clinics and retail pharmacies. Check out a few of these flu season FAQs: ⏰ Is it too early for a flu shot? No, September and October are ideal times to vaccinate. The CDC recommends getting vaccinated by the end of October for the best protection. 💉 Who should get vaccinated? Everyone aged 6 months and up, especially those at higher risk of flu-related complications. 📍 Where can you get a flu shot? At any M Health Fairview clinic for ages 6 months and up. Some urgent care locations offer limited vaccines for other health issues. 📅 Do you need an appointment? Yes, appointments are required for clinics and pharmacies. 📞 How to make an appointment? Call 1-855-324-7843 for a clinic appointment. Protect your family's health this fall. Appointments are required for clinics. Schedule online via MyChart or call 1-855-324-7843. For retail pharmacy appointments, visit Fairview Pharmacy. Get more information on our blog. ➡ https://bit.ly/3Z8e1z0
A new medication means new questions: What are the benefits? Will it interact with other prescriptions? It can be especially challenging for patients with a chronic illness who sometimes need to juggle dozens of medications. Pharmacists like Rachel Wedemeyer, PharmD, RPH, from our Medication Therapy Management program help patients understand their prescriptions, ensure they’re on the most appropriate regimen, and find ways to improve treatment.
Every day, our care teams inspire us with their compassion and dedication. They’re changing – and saving – lives, one appointment at a time. That’s why we’re thrilled to congratulate the 300+ M Health Fairview physicians named 2023 Top Doctors by Minnesota Monthly, more than any other health system statewide. These physicians from Fairview and University of Minnesota Physicians are shaping the future of care for our patients and their families from across Minnesota, the Midwest, and beyond. “It’s an honor that Minnesota doctors turn to our physicians when they or a loved one needs care,” said Mark Welton, MD, MHCM, chief medical officer with Fairview Health Services. “We’re incredibly grateful to our doctors for the work they do every day to fulfill our mission of healing and discovery.” Our honorees represent 74 different specialties, both pediatric and adult.
We're thrilled to announce the grand opening of Health Commons East, a drop-in health and wellness center at Conway Community Center in St. Paul. In collaboration with The Sanneh Foundation, Augsburg University, and the East Side Health and Well-Being Collaborative, M Health Fairview celebrated this momentous occasion with our incredible community partners and elected officials. Health Commons is more than a concept; it's a movement to erase healthcare barriers. By addressing issues like insurance, cost, transportation, and language challenges, this collaborative model has already transformed lives. Our Minneapolis locations have seen over 4,600 visits in 2022 alone, and our annual impact survey showed that over 90% of visitors are making positive lifestyle changes through Health Commons programming, including healthier habits and increased social connections. We're here to foster well-being, break barriers, and promote healthier lives. This is a journey of togetherness, and we're excited to be part of it. Check out the photos from our grand opening and join us on this path towards better health for all!
