Northfield Hospital + Clinics

04/17/2026

See you there, friends!

CALLING PARENTS OF BABIES: The Annual Faribault Community Baby Celebration is coming up!
Saturday, April 18 at 9:30a-11a at Faribault Education Center (340 9th Ave SW, Faribault, MN 55021)!

This will be for expectant parents and parents of babies up to 12 months old.

There will be mini sessions with Q&As so you can get your parenting questions answered!

04/16/2026

Craig Smith depends on one key piece of equipment to stay well: an airplane.

For 11 years, Craig has flown each month to NH+C’s Cancer Care & Infusion Center from his winter home in Arizona – he does this to receive infusions for his autoimmune disease – and for the rest of the year, he drives down from his home in the Twin Cities for the treatments.

Craig first came to NH+C after being diagnosed with polymyositis — a rare autoimmune condition that attacked his muscles — while on vacation. After hospitalization and treatment challenges elsewhere, he chose NH+C because of our private treatment rooms, coordinated care and hospital-based setting.

The infusion therapy was a lifesaver, helping stabilize his condition and allowing him to return to work.

Craig blocks his calendar and buys plane tickets each month so he can keep up with the regular six-hour infusions, which he says are delivered with a team that knows him, listens to him, and responds quickly in emergencies.

“I believe in this team. I wouldn’t trade it,” Craig says.

https://www.northfieldhospital.org/craig-smith

04/15/2026

Book lovers, save the date! 📚

The 63rd Annual Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair is back with over 70,000 items to explore —books, DVDs, CDs, LPs, puzzles, and games. Everything is thoughtfully organized by subject, making it easy to browse and discover your next great find.

Northfield Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair
April 21–25, 2026
Northfield Ice Arena
1280 Bollenbacher Drive

Hours:
• Tuesday, April 21: 5–9 PM
• Wednesday–Friday, April 22–24: 9 AM–9 PM | Friday is half-off day!
• Saturday, April 25: $5 bag sale (8 AM–12:30 PM) and FREE books (1–3 PM)

All proceeds support Northfield Hospital. Learn more at northfieldbookfair.org.

https://northfieldbookfair.org/

04/14/2026

We’re honored to be recognized on Forbes’ inaugural “Top Hospitals in America” list for 2026 — a new national ranking which highlights hospitals delivering outstanding healthcare quality and experience. 💜

Forbes evaluated thousands of general acute care hospitals across the U.S., using 56 evidence-based quality measures drawn from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The measures are grouped into four key areas:

• Outcomes
• Best Practices
• Value
• Patient Experience

We’re especially proud that Northfield Hospital earned a 5-Star rating for Patient Experience 💚 — including a top score when patients were asked if they recommend our hospital.

Thank you to our community for trusting us with your care, and for recommending us to your friends and family!

https://www.forbes.com/lists/top-hospitals/

04/10/2026

Did you catch Book Fair Chair Mark Heiman on KYMN Radio this week talking about book donations? Now through April 17 . . . and the sale starts April 21!

By Charlie Mahler The first chapter of one of the largest used book sales in the state opens tomorrow as the donation period begins today for the 63rd annual Northfield Book Fair. Donors are invited to bring books, CDs, LPs, DVDs, puzzles, and games to the Northfield Ice Arena from 9 a.m. to 5

04/09/2026

We’re so proud to hear what patients think of NH+C family medicine physician Dr. David McIntyre! 💜 He’s really making a difference:

“Dr. McIntyre has been our family doctor for 23 years. We have been 100% impressed with him. Our kids were able to continue care with him as adults. It’s reassuring to have a great doctor that really gets to know your family and all their needs.”

“I came in with concerns about high blood pressure and wasn’t pressured into any testing or anything I didn’t want or need. Thank you, Dr. McIntyre, for being kind, knowledgeable, comforting, and not pushy. I felt heard and comfortable.”

“I always feel well cared for. I appreciate Dr. McIntyre’s thoughtful descriptions and explanations. I value greatly his human and humane approach.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. McIntyre at the Faribault Clinic, call (507) 334-1601.

https://www.northfieldhospital.org/david-mcintyre-md

04/08/2026

Expecting a baby? Come tour our Birth Center!

Tour a delivery room / Learn about monitoring / Try out birth aids / Ask questions

Monday, April 13 / 5:30 and 6:15pm (Tours may be cancelled if the Birth Center is busy) Space is limited. *Registration required*

email babyclasses@northfieldhospital.org

Tell us your preferred time (5:30 or 6:15)

https://www.northfieldhospital.org/birth-center-0

04/08/2026

James Schlichting thought he was experiencing normal aches and pains.

As a patient at NH+C’s Lakeville Clinic, James sees Dr. Jack Felland for primary care. During a wellness visit, he mentioned ongoing pain in his left elbow and right shoulder — and that conversation set many steps in motion to address the issue.

Dr. Felland referred James to orthopedic surgeon Greg Erickson, MD, and got him an MRI to get a clearer picture of what was going on.

The results showed James needed surgery… three of them.

After successful procedures and follow-up physical therapy, James is back to doing what he loves — playing trumpet and pickleball.

“I like that I can get my primary care, surgical appointments, and physical therapy all just 10 minutes from home, in Lakeville,” James says. “I like that surgery takes place in Northfield. For people in south metro suburbs, this is a great option for excellent care that’s close and convenient.”

https://www.northfieldhospital.org/james-schlichting

04/07/2026

Some days can feel like a lot – but we hope you know that you're not alone, no matter what you’re going through.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or not quite like yourself – talking to someone can help.

Call, text, or chat 988 anytime.
Call 911 if you’re worried about immediate safety.

https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/reasons-to-connect-video-2.mp4

04/02/2026

How’s spring cleaning going?

Give your gently used items a new life by donating them to the Northfield Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair! We’re accepting books, CDs, DVDs, vinyl, puzzles, and games. 📚

Drop off donations at the Northfield Ice Arena (1280 Bollenbacher Drive).

Donation Dates | April 7–17
Drop-Off Hours | Weekdays: 9 AM–5 PM (Saturday, April 12: 9 AM–1 PM)

Learn what can and cannot be accepted here: https://northfieldbookfair.org/

04/01/2026

Kind words from patients mean everything to our team!💛

Throughout our network, patients consistently share how they feel heard, supported and cared for during their time at NH+C.

“After spending two nights at this hospital with pneumonia, I can tell you that the staff here is absolutely amazing. The doctors, nurses, nursing assistants, kitchen, and cleaning staff were the most caring, friendly and helpful you could ever ask for. They really do a wonderful job.”

“As an in-patient, I can say they have some of the most caring, compassionate and professional staff I have ever seen. Every person I came into contact showed this kind of care.”

“I’ve had 3 procedures there and every time it was a very positive experience. The nurses were professional and took great care of me.”

“I went to the Emergency Department in the middle of the night with intolerable eye pain. Dr. Jessica Storlie listened carefully, asked questions, and offered comments with speed, focus and clarity. All the staff I encountered were skilled, attentive, and kind. Three cheers for our very own rural hospital.”

These testimonials reflect the people behind the care, showing up every day with compassion, skill, and a commitment to doing what’s right for each patient.

To our team, thank you for taking such good care of our community.

https://www.northfieldhospital.org/

04/01/2026

Blood pressure is a little bit like breathing – it's always here, and sometimes, we take it for granted.

We love this advice from the American Heart Association! Small, steady habits can make a real difference over time. 🫀