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For Rick Bold, M.D., swimming has been a lifelong passion — one that now intersects with his work advancing cancer care ...
05/20/2026

For Rick Bold, M.D., swimming has been a lifelong passion — one that now intersects with his work advancing cancer care at Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Bold, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center site director for Arizona, has participated in numerous open-water swims over the years, including the Trans Tahoe Relay Swim, which he plans to complete for a 10th time this summer.

Now, he’s bringing that passion to Swim Across America – Phoenix, where swimmers and supporters are coming together to help accelerate cancer research and bring hope to patients and families facing cancer.

“This event brings together two passions of mine,” Dr. Bold says. “It’s also a powerful reminder that advancing cancer care is a shared effort that depends on community support, innovation and a commitment to improving outcomes for patients.”

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uTeIKZ

Across Mayo Clinic, more than 1,400 research professionals are advancing studies that bring innovative therapies closer ...
05/20/2026

Across Mayo Clinic, more than 1,400 research professionals are advancing studies that bring innovative therapies closer to those who need them most. From researchers and clinicians to coordinators, specialists, nurses and data teams — this work is powered by collaboration.

We are especially grateful to the patients whose trust and partnership remain at the heart of every clinical trial.

As the landscape of research evolves, so does our approach. This year, we’ve initiated 75+ virtual clinical trials, expanding access to patients in rural communities and bringing research closer to home. At the same time, we continue to reduce trial activation timelines — helping promising therapies reach patients faster.

Together, we're accelerating discovery, expanding access and shaping the future of medicine.

Discover more at the link in our bio.

Helping patients better understand their health and navigate complex diagnoses is at the center of quality care. At Mayo...
05/16/2026

Helping patients better understand their health and navigate complex diagnoses is at the center of quality care. At Mayo Clinic, clinicians are encouraged to take time for meaningful conversations that help patients feel informed and confident in their next steps.

That same commitment extends to professional growth through collaboration, leadership development and continued learning opportunities that strengthen team-based care and support career development across specialties.

Read more from Ashley about her career journey.

How cute! These costumes, originally donated around Halloween so NICU babies wouldn’t miss out, made a special reappeara...
05/11/2026

How cute! These costumes, originally donated around Halloween so NICU babies wouldn’t miss out, made a special reappearance for a springtime book drive. With help from our NICU team, several babies dressed up to match the stories they were reading.

This week, our NICUs are recognizing Kangaroo Care Awareness Week, highlighting the importance of skin-to-skin connection between parents and newborns. Adding reading to these moments can deepen bonding and support early development.

Our NICU Baby Book Club is always looking for donations.
View the wishlist or coordinate a new book drop-off: childlife@mayo.edu

NICU wishlist: https://a.co/02yYbxDx

The results are in! 🏗️ We asked employees and the community to help us name the cranes that will be shaping the Rocheste...
05/08/2026

The results are in! 🏗️ We asked employees and the community to help us name the cranes that will be shaping the Rochester skyline.

After nearly 6,000 votes, the winning names have been announced.
Here are the winners and where they are (or will be) located:

ICU Up There (Saint Marys Staff Parking Ramp)
Ope, Just Gonna Lift This (Clinical building at the Ozmun site)
Crane-adian Goose (West Transit Village Staff Parking Ramp)
Anita Lift (Clinical building at the Ozmun site)
Endo-crane-ology (Bernard E. and Edith B. Waterman Building)
The Claw (Prospect Utility Plant)
Mito-crane-dria (South Parking Ramp)
Lord Hoistington (Arrival Building)
F. Scott Lifts-Gerald (West Transit Village Staff Parking Ramp)
Lift, Laugh, Love (Clinical building at the Ozmun site)

Winning names submitted and voted on by Rochester area students:

Captain Hook (Grainger Building)
Crane-a-saurous Rex (Clinical building at the Ozmun site)
Thomas the Crane (Bernard E. and Edith B. Waterman Building)

Over Christmas, Abby, a nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Mayo Clinic, stepped in when it mattered most. Whi...
05/07/2026

Over Christmas, Abby, a nurse in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Mayo Clinic, stepped in when it mattered most. While attending Mass in her hometown in Nebraska, she performed CPR and used an automated external defibrillator (AED) to help save a life. Because of her efforts, the individual was alert when emergency responders arrived.

Abby's hometown recognized her with a Civilian Life Saving Citation for her skill and quick thinking.

Thank you, Abby, for the compassion and expertise you bring to patients and communities every day.

Meet the latest Karis Award recipients — staff at Mayo Clinic who go above and beyond for patients, families and colleag...
05/05/2026

Meet the latest Karis Award recipients — staff at Mayo Clinic who go above and beyond for patients, families and colleagues.

The word "karis" comes from the Greek word for grace and kindness, and Karis Award recipients are recognized for consistently demonstrating exceptional performance that reflects Mayo Clinic Values in every interaction.

Staff can read more about each nomination on the News Center.

National Nurses Week begins tomorrow, and some teams have already started celebrating. This week brings nurses together ...
05/05/2026

National Nurses Week begins tomorrow, and some teams have already started celebrating. This week brings nurses together and highlights the dedication, compassion and expertise they bring to patients and families every day.

As the week begins, celebrations like these reflect the many ways teams are coming together to recognize the work nurses do across the organization — today and every day.

In celebration of Nurses Week, the Market at Marian Circle returns on Wednesday, May 6, on the Saint Marys Campus. The m...
05/04/2026

In celebration of Nurses Week, the Market at Marian Circle returns on Wednesday, May 6, on the Saint Marys Campus. The market will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine.

Enjoy a variety of local restaurants, food trucks, and artisans, along with music, games, and space to relax and connect with colleagues. The event is self-pay and open to all Mayo Clinic staff and the Rochester community.

For staff unable to leave the hospital, orders can be delivered to the Nasseff Tower entrance. Instructions for ordering ahead and additional details are available on the Market at Marian Circle website: https://bit.ly/4wahm0j

Follow Market at Marian Circle for updates and future event information.

Free airport parking at Rochester International Airport - Rochester, MN isn't why our staff love their work. But it's on...
05/03/2026

Free airport parking at Rochester International Airport - Rochester, MN isn't why our staff love their work. But it's one way we make Mayo-sponsored travel easier.

"I really love the RST airport for one main reason: the convenience," says Rawhi Said, a program director for Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. "Security is efficient, parking is hassle-free, and overall it’s my favorite best-kept gem."

Last month, Rawhi won the first drawing — and the next one is coming soon. Mayo travelers can enter to win two ways:

Add a gold star to the wall in the airport's Mayo Clinic Lounge.
Snap an airport selfie and share it using .

Congratulations to the 5 East team at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, who recently received a team DAISY Award for Extraordinary...
05/03/2026

Congratulations to the 5 East team at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, who recently received a team DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses!

The team was nominated by a liver transplant patient who credits their nurses with providing compassionate, consistent care throughout a long and complex medical journey. From pre-transplant challenges to recovery and ongoing care, nurses across multiple settings offered comfort, answered questions, supported both the patient and their family, and built meaningful connections. The patient highlighted the team’s professionalism, kindness and teamwork, noting their lasting impact and the role they played in a life-saving experience.

Mayo Clinic is among over 5,000 healthcare organizations worldwide committed to the DAISY Award program. The DAISY Award is presented each month to an extraordinary nurse.⁠

⁠If you know someone looking for a career in nursing, explore available opportunities today. https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/nursing

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