United Plastic Surgery Clinic

10/31/2025

Donna Brandell – Office & Staff Support Volunteer at Mercy Hospital – Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, was honored earlier this month with the Allina Health Annual Volunteer award, one of four volunteers to receive this top volunteer recognition.

Everyone knows Donna - volunteering with a smile on her face 5 days a week. She always finds ways to make our space brighter and happier. She supports the pediatric clinic through her creativity and innovation and is a mentor for patients recovering from brain tumors. We're fortunate to have a volunteer so dedicated and caring!

Thank you, Donna, for all that you do for our patients, care team members, and our community.

Link to volunteer website: http://bit.ly/43zDJzG.

10/30/2025

Stroke survivor Jennifer Smith recently celebrated her birthday at Allina Health Mercy Hospital—not just marking another year, but a powerful milestone in her recovery.

Jennifer’s story is a beautiful reminder of the healing power of care, community, and courage. Read here: http://bit.ly/4oFabsw.

10/29/2025

Please join us for a special screening of Hello Beautiful, a powerful film inspired by the true story of Christine Handy, a successful model and mother who courageously faced breast cancer.

The evening is open to all: survivors, supporters, friends, family and anyone moved by stories of resilience, hope and unity.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Allina Health Cancer Institute, supporting vital care for patients navigating cancer and other health challenges.

A panel discussion will follow each showing, featuring Christine Handy and providers from Allina Health Cancer Institute.

Purchase tickets: http://bit.ly/4oKHFG1

Not able to attend but still want to support cancer care and research? http://bit.ly/4ooX7Yz

Join us at the Hello Beautiful Movie Premier Fundraising Event - A Story of Strength and Hope Hosted by Allina Health Cancer Institute

10/28/2025

Exciting News!

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute is proud to announce a new partnership with Williams Integracare Clinic in Sartell. Through this collaboration, we're now offering mobile echocardiograms and remote Holter monitor test readings, expanding access to high-quality diagnostics across our communities.

This partnership reflects our commitment to innovation, outreach and patient-centered care, ensuring that no matter where you are, your heart health is in expert hands.

10/27/2025

Earlier this month, Dr. Andrea Wasilewski and the amazing team from Allina Health’s Givens Brain Tumor Center joined patients, families and supporters at the Twin Cities Brain Tumor 5K.

We were proud to sponsor this inspiring event and walk alongside our community to raise awareness and support brain tumor research.

10/27/2025

Way to go MNUFC 2 - your Allina Health family is behind you all the way! Good luck in the Western Conference Finals!

10/25/2025

PK Loon stopped by for a Playoff Pop-In to help our Allina Health Care Team Members get ready to cheer on the Loons! From swag giveaways to spinning the wheel, the playoff spirit was in full swing.

As the Official Health Care Provider for Minnesota United FC, we’re proud to stand behind the Loons this postseason. 💙⚽ Let’s go Loons!

10/25/2025

Help prevent drug misuse before it starts by safely disposing of unwanted, not-needed medications.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at locations across the country, including Allina Health retail pharmacies.

Find location near you here: http://bit.ly/3LsFHeT.

10/24/2025

Earlier this month, Jeff Finley, a Wayfinder Volunteer at Abbott Northwestern Hospital, was honored posthumously with the Allina Health Annual Volunteer award, one of four volunteers to receive this top volunteer recognition.

Jeff helped patients and guests navigate the large hospital campus with a smile on his face and a pep in his step, and boy did the patients and guests respond to his brand of joy. Patients knew him by name and some would make sure their appointments aligned with his volunteer schedule, so he could keep an eye out for them.

We are so grateful to have had Jeff as part of our volunteer team – he was an amazing light and friend to countless individuals at Abbott.

Link to volunteer website: http://bit.ly/4o7f65y.

10/23/2025

Quick thinking, lifesaving action!

Allina Health nurse Sunny Saengdara was in the right place at the right time. She used CPR and an AED to save a life on a pickleball court in Eden Prairie.

We’re proud to celebrate Sunny’s heroic response and the power of preparedness.

10/22/2025

Team members from Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine and Pain Institute joined the 2025 WALK to End Hydrocephalus at Buck Hill in Burnsville. Led by Dr. Pat O’Brien and clinic manager John Wittenberg, our team walked to support the hydrocephalus community and raise awareness for this important cause. We were proud to sponsor the event and stand with patients, families and advocates!

10/21/2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects nearly 1 million people in the U.S. — but no two experiences are the same. Learn how from early symptoms like numbness and vision changes to long-term impacts on mobility, MS challenges both body and mind: http://bit.ly/3IY22jU.

Learn the latest ways to treat MS symptoms.