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	Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare - 2009 Modern Healthcare would like to congratulate the following healthcare organizations for being selected as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare for 2009. Modern Healthcare; September 8, 2009

	If you don't snooze, you lose Most Americans aren't getting enough sleep. And for both adults and students, there are health consequences. Star Tribune; September 6, 2009
	Turning Point: Congestive heart and respiratory failure big wake-up call for big man Mark Mathes' weight problems came to a head in June 2008, when he was hospitalized with congestive heart and respiratory failure. At the time, the 5-feet-10 truck driver from Forest Lake weighed about 470 pounds. Star Tribune; September 4, 2009

	Long road home for soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder Tawnia Pitcher quietly brushed stain across the old bench she is restoring. She finds satisfaction in the simple acts of fixing up her mother's house. Measure this. Nail that. Finish one project and move on. Most gratifying was the chance to demolish a bedroom wall and make space for shelving. Star Tribune; September 3, 2009
	Hope Floats At a critical moment when they knew their boat was about to tip, The Dragon Divas shouted, “Just keep paddling, and don’t give up!” Their determination kept them upright, but it has also seen this team of breast cancer survivors through a great deal more. Twin Cities Metro; August 20, 2009

	Metro Doctor Searches for Perfect Health Care Plan Will Nicholson, MD, a physician at St. John's Hospital, rejected his employer's health plan so he could buy insurance on his own. His goal was to better understand what so many of his patients are going through and just maybe contribute to the national debate about health care reform. Fox 9; August 17, 2009
	When a Loved One has Cancer Chances are you have a friend, a sister or a co-worker that has been told that she has cancer. Nearly one in every three women will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. How will you handle it? What is the right thing to say when someone you are close to hears those devastating words? Twin Cities Live; August 17, 2009

	Turning Point: Breast cancer survivor is determined to make a difference In the winter of 2001, at age 32, Kelly Moore, a teacher from Lino Lakes, found a lump in her breast. With the busy holiday season, Moore put off seeing a doctor. The following spring, she felt the lump again and went to the doctor. The doctor said not to worry about it, as she was young. But Moore persisted. Her nurse practitioner helped her get an appointment for an ultrasound St. Paul Pioneer Press; August 14, 2009
	Stakes too high not to reform health care system Not since Harry Truman was president has our nation been so close to the sweeping changes that can — if done correctly — transform health care to the benefit of everyone. The Catholic Spirit; August 12, 2009

	Taking Charge Means Being Organized, Confident, Compassionate Charge nurses keep hospital units running smoothly despite having lots of demands on their attention. Training to be a charge nurse means taking advantage of every training opportunity an employer offers and asking lots of questions of people in the job. The questions shouldn't stop once you've landed it. Star Tribune; August 6, 2009
	HealthEast care navigation on St. John's TV show St. John's TV show, "Inside Health Care" focuses on the innovative patient care navigation programs at HealthEast. Special guests include HealthEast Care Navigation leads, Rahul Koranne, MD, Physician Lead and Pennie Viggiano, Project Lead and features a brand new video on the care navigation programs. Inside Health Care; August 6, 2009

	Crazy-good workout with a dull name People of any age and ability can do the Neuromuscular Integrative Action (Nia) workout, which combines judo, ballet, tai chi, hip-hop, kick boxing and more. Star Tribune; August 3, 2009
	What are death, readmission rates for your hospital? Medicare knows. Now you can, too Medicare took a significant step in health care's so-called transparency movement this month by publishing death and readmission rates for all U.S. hospitals treating patients for heart failure, heart attacks or pneumonia. St. Paul Pioneer Press; July 28, 2009

	Definitely, not your mother's maternity ward Minneapolis Star Tribune Sunday front-page article explains why Woodwinds Maternity Care is one of the best in the Twin Cities and what it has to offer new parents. Star Tribune; July 12, 2009
	Religious and nonprofit leaders bemoan budget cuts Bishop Lee Piché, in his first official public act after his June 29 ordination as a bishop, joined religious leaders and about 200 people on the Capitol steps June 30 to lament Gov. Tim Pawlenty's budget cutting plan, termed "unallotment." The Catholic Spirit; July 3, 2009

	Dream fulfilled There's an old Korean saying, according to June Kim, that dictates the duties of a good wife: "The lion comes back to the cave when it hits 40. Until then, just sit and wait." In other words, let the man sow his wild oats while you sit patiently. But for this successful doctor, waiting has never come naturally. Minnesota Women's Press; July 2009
	EMMS Physicians Meet With EMMS physicians [including Stephanie Stanton, MD, HealthEast Roselawn Clinic] met for breakfast with Congresswoman Betty McCollum on Monday, June 1, at the Downtowner Woodfire Grill in St. Paul. Congresswoman McCollum wanted to bring together EMMS physicians to discuss ideas and concerns about the national health care reform initiatives. Congresswoman McCollum is a 5th term Democrat representing Minnesota’s 4th District. Metro Doctors; July/August 2009

	Health Care Heroes 2009 Volunteer John Mastel, Stroke Support Group Leader and Peer Visitors Program Leader, Bethesda Hospital/HealthEast Care System Twin Cities Business; June 2009
	The Woodbury Birth Experience Peace and quiet. Walking through Woodwinds Health Campus, I couldn’t help but notice how quiet it was in the second-floor maternity care center, which resembles a luxury hotel. That serenity was briefly interrupted with the familiar Brahms lullaby, played throughout Woodwinds’ entire campus every time a new baby is born. Twin Cities Metro; June 2009

	Turning Point: After being crushed by tree, he was 'a 50-year-old infant' In October 2007, Don Obernolte, 50, of St. Paul was cutting firewood at the family farm near McGregor, Minn., when straight-line winds snapped a tree he was working on. The 1,600-pound tree split and came down on top of him, breaking his left collarbone, shoulder blade, rib cage, right leg and ankle. He had 17 bones broken in 60 places, a punctured lung, bruised heart and stretched aorta. St. Paul Pioneer Press; June 19, 2009
	Preparing The Tools Matthew Deiman was working in retail, and though he had been promoted to manager, he didn't find the job satisfying. Then a friend told him about an opening for a sterile processing technician at Woodwinds Health Campus (www.woodwinds.org) in Woodbury. Star Tribune; June 14, 2009

	MN Doctors Give Zimbabwe Man New Face, New Future His name is Tonderai Mandigumura. In early April, the 22-year-old flew to Minnesota from Zimbabwe to see if American doctors could accomplish what nearly two dozen operations back home have not: to free him from a life of hiding his deformity behind hats and scarves. Mandigumura has a genetic condition called neurofibromatosis, sometimes called Elephant Man's disease. Since childhood tumorous tissue has overwhelmed the right side of his face. WCCO-TV; June 11, 2009
	From the Margins to the Mainstream Complementary therapies are being integrated into large medical centers as physicians see their benefits. Minnesota Medicine; May 2009

	St. Paul Researcher Works To Prevent Kidney Stones A urinary blockage caused by a kidney stone can be one of the most painful experiences you'll ever have and about one in 10 people will go through it. A Twin Cities doctor is trying to boost the odds you will only have to endure it once. WCCO; May 26, 2009
	Despite losing her fingers and legs to meningitis, Roxy Mueller's laughter endures Roxy Mueller calls herself lucky. She used that word Wednesday, as she rolled awkwardly around her kitchen. St. Paul Pioneer Press; April 24, 2009

	Nelson, Criger, Ryba: Teaming up for better outcomes for patients with serious mental illness It's a shell game that's been played for years, but it's one without winners. The biggest losers are the most vulnerable — people with serious mental illnesses and substance-use disorders. They fill emergency rooms, hospitals, jails and crisis services, but they're often shifted from place to place and often don't get the treatment they need. St. Paul Pioneer Press; April 22, 2009
	New programs will keep St. Paul strong, Mayor Coleman says St. Paul is initiating a program to give first-time home buyers who are public employees or health care workers a $15,000 interest-free loan that can be totally forgiven if the owners stay in their home for longer than 10 years. Star Tribune; April 21, 2009

	St. Paul's mayor will emphasize neighborhoods in his State of the City speech Returning to the hospital where he was born, St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman will return to the basics of his city Monday as he delivers the final State of the City address of his first term in office. St. Paul Pioneer Press; April 18, 2009
	Therapy dog visits library on Saturdays While 7-year-old Olivia Reed read the books she checked out of the Park Grove Branch Library, “Mars” was an encouraging and non-critical companion South Washington County Bulletin; April 17, 2009

	All in a Day's Work: Julie Myhre, Medical Transcriptionist Julie Myhre, a medical transcriptionist for HealthEast Care System, talks about her job. She discusses why she became a medical transcriptionist, what a typical workday is like, and how her role fits into the bigger healthcare picture. Star Tribune; April 9, 2009
	Artists ease the pains of recovery On a Tuesday night, Pat Owen is leading a workshop for a group of patients and their families at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul. It appears to be a simple project: tell a story by drawing a picture. Give it a title, and maybe a one sentence description. But for many here, drawing and writing are challenges - Bethesda Hospital treats patients with long term physical therapy needs - people who have suffered trauma from an accident, or are recovering from a stroke. Minnesota Public Radio; April 5, 2009

	Good news: No wonder we consider each newborn babe a bundle of joy An ordinary miracle happened the other day: A baby was born. She came into the world at 1:44 p.m. March 18 at Woodwinds Health Campus in Woodbury. She had 10 fingers, she had 10 toes; she was perfect, and she was named Liberty. To her family — and maybe to all of us, especially now — she represented 9 pounds and 13 ounces of hope. Star Tribune; April 3, 2008
	Rice Street Clinic establishes legacy of keeping community healthy Shurlee Swaim of Roseville remembers when she was a patient at the [HealthEast] Rice Street Clinic during the pregnancy of her oldest son in 1958. Now, over 50 years later, she continues to get her medical care through the clinic, which has been in operation since 1924 when founded by Dr. Lewis Bouma. Monitor; April 2009

	No limits to being strong, feeling good Doris Caranicas is my hero. She’s had multiple sclerosis for 30 years, but that’s not slowing her a bit. Each week, she rolls her wheel chair off the bus and heads to the Wasie Therapeutic Pool at Abbott Northwestern Hospital’s Sister Kenny Institute in Minneapolis. “It’s fabulous. I go there twice a week and I love it. I swim 13 laps,” she said. “I think a person should do as much as they can for as long as they can.” Star Tribune; March 31, 2009
	Targeting Cancer: The radiation therapist’s goal is to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors. For Sara Unbehaun, the professional is also personal. "My mother developed cancer when I was a teenager, so it gives me a good feeling to know that I'm helping others with this disease," says Unbehaun, lead radiation therapist at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood (www.stjohnshospital-mn.org). Star Tribune; March 22, 2009

	Affirming Life support group gives women with stage four cancers hope and help It was devastating enough when Christa Ingison was diagnosed with breast cancer, but when she learned the cancer had spread to her liver, she knew she needed something beyond surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. St. Paul Pioneer Press; March 20, 2009
	Keeping Certification Current Many healthcare workers must continue their education to keep their certification and their jobs. Staying abreast of the latest developments in their fields doesn't only mean taking off work time to sit in a classroom. Area health services strive to offer education when and where it's convenient, including evenings, weekends and online. Star Tribune; February 25, 2009

	A change in venue for the vows A couple moved their wedding to Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul to make sure the groom's ailing father was there for the blessed event. Star Tribune; February 22, 2009
	Maplewood hospital sees 81 births in a week A doctor at Saint John's Hospital in Maplewood says there are two hospitals of thought when it comes to baby births during a recession. Kare 11; February 7, 2009

	Research Before The Job Interview Preparation is the key to a successful first job interview. In healthcare, that means learning medical terminology and making sure you’re on board with the corporate culture, according to area experts. Star Tribune; January 28, 2009
	Medical residency money on the chopping block The heart-monitoring unit at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood can be a busy place. But on this day it's fairly quiet as Jeremy Peterson makes his rounds. Peterson is in the third and final year of his family medicine residency. A residency is required training for doctors seeking their license to practice in Minnesota. Hospitals that offer residency programs get the benefit of extra help to cover overnight shifts. Minnesota Public Radio; January 27, 2009

	Concussions in girls' hockey worry Minnesota coaches As games get faster and players stronger, brain injuries occur in a non-checking sport. Star Tribune; January 27, 2009
	The Heart Of The Matter Telemetry nurses monitor the cardiac function of patients who are relatively stable. Some are recovering after a stay in the ICU. Others have been admitted for observation. Star Tribune; January 25, 2009

	Comfort food caution It seems we always pack on extra pounds when the temperature falls, but there's a lot we can do to fight off that winter weight gain. Star Tribune; January 11, 2009
	All In A Day's Work: Pharmacy Technician Carol Carletto, pharmacy technician at St. John's Hospital, a HealthEast facility in Maplewood, talks about her job. She discusses why she became a pharmacy technician, what a typical workday is like, and how her role fits into the bigger healthcare picture. Star Tribune; December 31, 2008

	Metro babies make their ’09 entrance With two of her three children having Dec. 29 birthdays, Jill Macioch thought the baby she was carrying might make an appearance the same date, too. But one second after midnight on New Year's Day, Macioch gave birth [at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood] to the metro area's first baby of 2009 -- named Jordyn Huber, who weighed in at 6 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 20.5 inches long Star Tribune; January 1, 2009
	St. John’s helps women identify and deal with stressors There's an old saying that, "Women dip into the bucket until it’s dry and whatever is left is theirs." Which is to say, women tend to take care of others before they take care of themselves. With workplace and family stressors compounded by increasingly dire economic news, the Women's Wellness Journey at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood is addressing stress one woman at a time. Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal; Dec. 5, 2008

	Giving it back: Advocate for homeless to use award money to help those in need Pat Melody [HealthEast Hospice volunteer] received a Virginia McKnight Binger Award in Human Service. The Catholic Spirit; December 2, 2008
	Frustrated trying to manage opioid-dependent patients? ASK JAMES FRANKO, MD, how frequently he encounters medical patients who also present with drug abuse, and he has a weary answer. "Every day," says the section chief for hospital medicine at Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Va. Dr. Franko has treated grandmothers who come through the emergency department with evidence of cocaine use. "And we see many patients who know they’re abusing their prescription opioids." Today's Hospitalist; December 2008

	Nurses urge 'ounce of prevention' on Minnesota's traffic laws Minnesota's refusal to pass stricter traffic safety laws earned it the second-lowest score in a new national ranking. The Emergency Nurses Association released its 2008 scorecard of traffic safety in a St. Paul conference room with vivid views of Interstate 94 and the State Capitol. The group is hoping to persuade the Legislature to save lives -- and lots of money -- by beefing up the rules. Star Tribune; November 20, 2008
	All In A Day's Work: Registered Nurse Lisa McDew, a registered nurse in the orthopedic medical-surgical unit at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, talks about her job. She discusses why she became a registered nurse, what a typical workday is like, and how her role fits into the bigger healthcare picture. Star Tribune; November 19, 2008

	The bloom of birth Hoping to conceive? Pregnant? Blooma, a center with everything from prenatal yoga classes to workshops on eco-conscious baby care, offers resources and support. Star Tribune; November 16, 2008
	Beyond Clinical Competence Clinical competence is essential for any healthcare job. Clinicians need the education and experience required for the position. In some fields, national certification or registration is highly recommended. And some professionals - such as nurses - must be licensed in the state where they practice. Star Tribune; November 12, 2008

	HealthEast names new chief medical officer HealthEast Care System has a new senior vice president and chief medical officer. The St. Paul-based health provider said Thursday that it was promoting Dr. Stephen Kolar. Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal; Nov. 7, 2008
	Offering care now to put off a crisis later Some hospitals, trying to free up ERs, will pay for uninsured's preventive care. Star Tribune; November 2, 2008

	Feast Consciously It's time again for Thanksgiving, the wonderful day that kicks off an entire month of feasting with family and friends. "Holidays are that one time of the year to indulge," says Sara Bernstein, a registered dietitian at Woodwinds Hospital. And indulging is OK as long as we do so carefully — holidays are also the most common time of the year to gain weight. Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine; November 2008
	At age 70, the ER doctor is out Dr. Peter Midgley of Edina started his career before CPR and EMTs. As he retires from St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, he looks back on 40 years of medicine. Star Tribune; November 1, 2008

	HealthEast is ranked one of the best in the nation Modern Healthcare Magazine came out with its national rankings of the top 100 " Best Places to Work in Healthcare" and HealthEast was ranked 37th. Some 238 healthcare organizations and companies participated. The HealthEast ranking is based on an employee survey by 400 randomly selected HealthEast employees. The total average score of 85% positive reponses to the survey questions determined the ranking. Modern Health Care Magazine; October 27, 2008
	Spirit flows through new expansion at St. Joseph’s Hospital The new addition and entrance to St. Joseph’s Hospital flows like a river in the middle of downtown St. Paul. The modern curved glass mimics the sparkling water in the nearby Mississippi River and picks up the architectural lines and hues of the historic building it faces from its new address at 55 10th Street. The Catholic Spirit; October 21, 2008

	Genetic Counselors Help Patients, Families Grasp Health Outlook Genetic counselors assess patients' medical risks based on family history, medical history and diagnoses. Then they discuss the findings with patients, educating them about their risks and whether further testing may help. Star Tribune; October 13, 2008
	Staying On Course Nurse navigators ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate care, answer questions, advocate for patients and help with insurance matters. Star Tribune; September 29, 2008

	Roger Green says health care work is a sacred trust Roger Green recalls recognizing Jesus in an encounter at Bethesda Hospital. Roger Green considers it a blessing to work for HealthEast Care System, where he serves as vice president of strategy, policy, marketing and communications. Green, vice president of strategy, policy, marketing and communications for HealthEast Care System, was heading home after a full day of back-to-back meetings, feeling exhausted. He stepped into an elevator with a woman who seemed distracted. The Catholic Spirit; September 9, 2008
	Parking to grow with Woodbury hospital In a nod to Woodbury's bustling medical industry, the City Council voted recently to approve plans to add 126 parking spaces at Woodwinds Health Campus. Star Tribune; September 2, 2008

	Teamwork Is Crucial In Labor And Delivery "That labor nurse, who admits the patient, is really an advocate for the family and takes care of the mom in the recovery room, should a Caesarean birth be necessary. She initiates breastfeeding if that's the mother's choice, and facilitates bonding in the first hour of life by keeping the baby with the mom rather than scooting the baby off to the nursery," explains Karen McConville, RN, clinical director of maternity care at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul. Star Tribune; August 27, 2008
	Healthy Environment Woodwinds Health Campus defied skeptics to become one of the top providers in the country. Inside Healthcare; August 2008

	St. John's TV show focuses on preventing & treating allergies "Inside Health Care" talks with Twin Cities allergy expert, William Walsh, MD, with the new HealthEast Allergy Care Clinic. "Inside Health Care" is now carried on six cable TV stations in three dozen communities in the East Metro. Starting this month, Channel 14 in Burnsville & Eagan now carries "Inside Health Care." Check your local listings for when the program is scheduled to run in your community. Inside Health Care; August 6, 2008
	St. John's selected best place for health care Maplewood Review & other Lillie newspaper readers once again selected St. John's Hospital as "Best Choice for Health Care." The article features a photo of Nancy Kratzke, St. John's director of radiology. Maplewood Review; August 6, 2008

	Divas are 'all in the same boat,' paddling to defy a disease Breast cancer survivors from the Twin Cities (most are from St. Paul and environs), the Dragon Divas are 30 of the toughest and spunkiest women you'll ever find with paddles in their hands. Star Tribune; July 29, 2008
	HealthEast allergist featured in online article startribune.com interviews HealthEast allergist, William Walsh, MD. Dr. Walsh comments about why he became an allergist and how his role fits into the bigger health care picture. Star Tribune Online; July 16, 2008

	Oh my aching back! New surgeries to relieve pain Medicine is finding faster, safer and longer lasting ways to ease back pain. New technology called O-ARM gives surgeons an extra set of high-tech eyes, allowing them to do the entire operation through small slits. WCCO-TV; July 10, 2008
	HealthEast Maternity delivers lots of July babies Minneapolis Star Tribune front page story on Baby Boom in East Metro reports that HealthEast Maternity units at St. Johns, St. Joseph's & Woodwinds,have been very busy delivering lots of babies in July. On July 1st alone, St. John's delivered 11 babies in 10 hours. Minneapolis Star Tribune; July 10, 2008

	St. John's TV show focuses on how to prevent & treat summertime injuries "Inside Health Care" this month shows you how to protect yourself against the five most common summer-type injuries, as well as gives you advice on how to treat these injuries and decrease your chances of another injury. Special guest this month is Robin Nicholson, PT, Physical Medicine Supervisor with Optimum Rehab. Inside Health Care; July 2 - August 6, 2008
	St. Joseph's Hospital recipient of federal funding for construction project HomeTownSource.com reports that U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar, as part of the fiscal year 2009 appropriations bill, secured funding for the renovation and expansion of the hospital's emergency room. It was one of several Minnesota initiatives directed at improving health, human services, labor and education. Home Town Source Online; June 27, 2008

	HealthEast cancer patients are featured on evening news WCCO-TV Channel 4 at 10 pm featured HealthEast breast cancer survivors who compete in unique boat races. The Dragon Boat Divas also includes two Optimum Rehab employees, Robin Nicholson, PT & Mary Skrypek, PT. One of the survivors says this experience has given her hope and describes the symbolic nature associated with the boat. WCCO-TV; June 26, 2008
	Cancer Survivors Team Up To Paddle Dragon Boats WCCO-TV features the HealthEast Dragon Divas, a group of courageous and inspiring women, all cancer survivors, who compete in regional dragon boat races. WCCO; June 26, 2008

	Minnesota Public Radio spotlights dedicated group of nuns who shaped Minnesota's health care Minnesota Public Radio spotlights this small, dedicated group of nuns who shaped Minnesota's health care landscape and continues to make a difference in the lives of our emerging, richly diverse population. Minnesota Public Radio; June 24, 2008
	International patient undergoes lifesaving surgery at St. Joseph's Hospital StarTribune front page story features a young woman from Ethiopia who successfully underwent a medically complex, life-changing surgery for a severely disfiguring craniofacial condition. Star Tribune; June 15, 2008

	St. John's TV show focuses on concussions "Inside Health Care" this month takes a closer look at concussions. Special guests include Ken Britton, DO, Medical Director of Bethesda's Rehabilitation Brain Injury Program; Mary Griffith, RN, Bethesda's Director of Outpatient Services; Dean Wennerberg, Community Liason; & Maida Gunther, PhD, LP, Clinical Neuro Psychologist. Inside Health Care; June 11, 2008
	Woodwinds expected to continue to grow with Woodbury Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that Woodbury will grow substantially more by 2020 and the demand for medical care at Woodwinds will continue to grow along with the community. Star Tribune; June 10, 2008

	Roselawn Clinic nurse midwife profiled in Sunday newspaper Star Tribune Sunday article titled, "Birthing the Future," features Anne Johnson, a certified nurse-midwife at HealthEast Roselawn Clinic. She talks about the challenges and joys of being a midwife. She cares for maternity patients at St. Joseph's & Woodwinds Star Tribune; June 8, 2008
	Health Care Heroes 2008 On September 11, 2001, David Hale was already a practicing doctor. But as he watched the planes crash into the World Trade Center, he felt helpless—as if there was nothing that he, personally, could do to help. So the next morning he found an Army recruiter and enlisted in the National Guard. Since then, Hale’s job as emergency room medical director at Woodbury’s Woodwinds Health Campus has been interspersed with two deployments to Iraq. Twin Cities Business Magazine; June, 2008

	Family Making Healthy Decisions Together by Beth Dierkhising, RD, LD, Certified Personal Trainer, HealthEast Ways to Wellness program The fast paced lifestyle of a typical American family has made it more difficult for good healthy habits to be a priority at home. All habits and routine that children learn start right at home from watching how their parents live. Be Family; May 21, 2008
	Metabolism is Key to Weight Loss by Brenda Navin, RD, LD, Certified Personal Trainer, HealthEast Ways to Wellness Metabolic rate, or metabolism, is the rate at which the body expends energy. This is also referred to as the "caloric burn rate". Knowing metabolic rate is vital for weight loss. Be Family; May 21, 2008

	Eye to Eye: Colon Cancer's DNA Katie Couric speaks with Anna Leininger, certified genetics counselor at HealthEast Cancer Care, about Lynch Syndrome and how it places a person at greater risk for developing colon cancer. CBS News web site; May 6, 2008
	Genetic Link to Colon Cancer Scientists have identified a genetic defect called Lynch Syndrome that significantly lowers the average age of a colon cancer diagnosis. Katie Couric interviews a brother and sister who have a family history of cancer, and Anna Leininger, certified genetics counselor at HealthEast Cancer Care. CBS Evening News with Katie Couric; May 6, 2008

	Woodwinds physician on how to care for unruly ER patients Startribune.com on Healthcare careers interviews David Hale, MD, Woodwinds ER Medical Director on what physicians and staff do to care for unruly emergency patients. Star Tribune Online; May 1, 2008
	A doctor and a nurse, all in one package As the health care system gets more complex, a new kind of hybrid practitioner is beginning to work at your local clinic. Star Tribune; April 26, 2008

	The Next Step Cheri Friedrich [HealthEast Maplewood Clinic] always knew she wanted to be a nurse who cared for kids. So after completing a four-year degree in nursing, she earned a master's degree and became a pediatric nurse practitioner. Star Tribune; April 23, 2008
	Food shelf planned for Oakdale Reacting to home foreclosures, sky-high gas prices and other signs of economic distress, several Woodbury residents [including a St. John's employee] are rallying to open a new community food shelf that would include other kinds of help like ride shares and child care. Star Tribune; April 22, 2008

	The Arts of Healing Naturopathic medicine combines safe and effective traditional therapies with current advances in modern medicine. The combination of naturpathy, ayurveda and modern medicine can very effectively support healing and benefit patients. Star Tribune; April 8, 2008
	Focusing On Hospital Patients Dr. Nathan Frink [St. Joseph's Hospital] likes the challenge of working with complex patients, and he finds satisfaction in seeing them get better during their hospital stay. Frink is a hospitalist, a new breed of physician whose practice focuses on providing care for hospitalized patients. Star Tribune; March 31, 2008

	From the depths of father's grief, a transcendent piece of music Stanley Woolner is a St. Paul physician whose hands have helped heal many. But to heal himself after his daughter, Katherine, was murdered, his hands didn't turn to medicine. But to music. Star Tribune; March 5, 2008
	Guidance Counselors HealthEast’s Nancy Welty describes her job helping cancer patients navigate the health care system as a blend of social work and nursing. Minnesota Medicine; February 2008

	Developing Your Leadership Potential CEO of Bethesda Hospital Cathy Barr, once a nurse who enjoyed clinical work, was drawn to leadership and administration. She explains that good leadership is grounded in mutual respect and trust, and that the healthcare industry offers many opportunities for those looking to utilize and develop their leadership skills. Star Tribune; February 11, 2008
	Interns Learn By Doing Internships can provide useful on-the-job experience for students looking to get a head start in the healthcare industry. The Summer Healthcare Intern Program, supported by the Minnesota Department of Public Health, employs students for six to twelve weeks and offers them hands-on experience in areas like radiology, occupational therapy, social services, pharmacy, nursing and respiratory therapy. Star Tribune; February 4, 2008

	Backers of psychiatric facility make their case Representatives of east-metro hospitals stated their objections Tuesday night to a proposal by a Fargo, N.D., firm to build a psychiatric hospital in Woodbury. Administrators from HealthEast Care System and Regions and Fairview hospitals detailed a number of concerns at the Minnesota Department of Health public hearing in Woodbury, which drew about 100 people. Star Tribune; January 23, 2008
	All In A Day's Work: Ultrasound Technologist Regi Brantner, an ultrasound technologist for 10 years at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, talks about her job. Star Tribune; January 23, 2008

	All In A Day's Work: Medical technologist Judy Gust, a medical technologist in the laboratory at St. Joseph’s Hospital, talks about her job. Star Tribune; January 16, 2008
	Company news HealthEast Care System, St. Paul, named Nadine Paitich its new home care executive for its HealthEast Home Care business. Star Tribune; January 9, 2008

	Woodbury hospital's addition is opened early, already full The eight new patient beds in a Woodwinds Hospital expansion in Woodbury were filled Wednesday because of a spate of seasonal illnesses and delayed surgeries. Star Tribune; January 9, 2008
	Woodbury survey finds good growth climate Health and medical services continue to grow in Woodbury and the city's retail climate remains strong, a city business survey shows. Star Tribune; January 4, 2008

	All In A Day's Work: Occupational Therapist Jeannie Lauren, an occupational therapist at St. Joseph’s Hospital, describes her work and explains why she likes it. Star Tribune; December 26, 2007
	Healthy Transitions During today's short hospital stays, there's little time to educate patients before they're discharged. They may be unfamiliar about symptoms to watch for, confused about their medications and without home health services. Star Tribune; December 17, 2007

	All In A Day's Work: Speech Therapist Michele McNearney, Director of Speech Therapy for HealthEast Care System, talks about her job. Star Tribune Online; November 28, 2007
	Home Infusion Therapy: A Rewarding Specialty Autonomy. Flexibility. Variety. Satisfaction. Laurie Peterson ticks off the advantages of home infusion nursing. Best of all, says Peterson, who supervises infusion therapy at HealthEast Care System, "You meet a lot of interesting people." Star Tribune; November 27, 2007

	Stroke survivor from EP honored Daniel Jensen has more reason than most this Thanksgiving season to be thankful. Last summer, the Eden Prairie resident nearly died from a massive stroke in his brain. Three weeks ago, he returned to work and most people who don't know his story have no clue as to his near-death experience. MN Sun Newspapers; November 21, 2007
	HealthEast veteran to take reins at Bethesda Hospital in 2008 Cathy Barr will soon step into a new role as the CEO of Bethesda Hospital. Barr, vice president for community based services for HealthEast Home Care, will take over for Dr. Frank Indihar in February 2008. Indihar, 65, has been CEO of the St. Paul hospital for five years and is retiring. Twin Cities Business Journal; November 9, 2007

	UCare announces 2006 Pay for Performance awards UCare's Pay for Performance program paid $1.25 million to clinics and care systems across Minnesota that posted improvements in key quality-of-health measurements achieved in 2006. Business North.com; November 5, 2007
	HealthEast wins an Emmy for St. John's web cast HealthEast won an Emmy from the Upper Midwest Chapter of the National Television Academy in Minneapolis and was nominated for another Emmy. HealthEast won for a web cast on a minimally-invasive back surgery performed at St. John's in June 2006 and carried live on the Internet. KXnet.com; October 20, 2007

	Computers that talk to docs transform medicine At some clinics, costly electronic record systems can give advice and challenge physicians' decisions. This Sunday front page article quotes Brian Patty, MD, Emergency Room Physician & electronic records specialist at HealthEast. Star Tribune; October 13, 2007
	Career Change Was A Healthy Option Todd Peterson was 35 and had just lost a good job as a machinist because the company he worked for went out of business. For the last nine years, Peterson has been a float nurse in the HealthEast Care System, filling in wherever he's needed at St. John's, St. Joseph's or Bethesda Hospital. Star Tribune; September 17, 2007

	A new Da Vinci code A robotic surgical device previously used mainly for prostate procedures is breaking new ground, as doctors find new uses for the $1.2 million machine. Star Tribune; August 12, 2007
	Dialing Up With the national RN vacancy rate hovering at 8.5 percent, employers are looking for new and different ways of connecting with potential candidates. One innovative technique that has been used locally is the recruitment telethon. RNs can call in on a specified day and discuss career opportunities with representatives from human resources and the nursing staff. Star Tribune; August 3, 2007

	Details of state agencies’ response to bridge collapse HealthEast hospitals were among 10 Twin Cities hospitals that treated victims from the 35W bridge collapse. Minnesota Public Radio; August 3, 2007
	Run for a Reason Running is good for the body; running for a cause is good for the soul. Those participating in the Boston Scientific Heart of Summer 5K and 10K Race Aug. 18 will get the best of both worlds. The goal of the race—open to runners of all speeds, shapes, and ages—is to educate the public about the role of health and fitness in the prevention of heart disease and to increase awareness about womens’ unique heart disease risks. Minnesota Monthly; August 2007

	Integrative Medicine Is Becoming The Norm "Alternative" or "complementary medicine." These are the words commonly used to describe acupuncture, chiropractic and other practices that are not currently part of conventional medicine. Valerie Lincoln, however, prefers to use the phrase "integrative medicine." Star Tribune; July 1, 2007
	Survivor helps others beat cancer Kelly Moore fought and won the battle of her life when she beat breast cancer in 2002. Now, she works to help others win that same battle. Through Treasured Chests, a fundraising nonprofit she started, Moore uses culture, music, art and food as her choice of weapons against breast cancer. As a result, the Lino Lakes resident recently gave St. John's Hospital a $20,000 check from her second annual event, held in February. Quad Community Press; June 26, 2007

	Helping Patients Eat Right Clinical dietitians make a difference by creating a nutrition program for patients. Their work can impact healing and help shorten a patient's hospital stay. Star Tribune; June 25, 2007
	Two east-side hospitals expand HealthEast Care System is spending nearly $6 million to add capacity to two of its hospitals in the east metro, bracing for more demand as population continues to spread past St. Paul. Mpls/St. Paul Business Journal; June 22, 2007

	Local Hospital Offers New Technology for Breast Cancer Detection, Treatment When you make your living screening others for breast cancer, a new detection device can be exciting. Mammographer Rita Schomaker calls the new Breast Gamma Camera at the HealthEast Breast Care Center at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood, "a fantastic tool." KARE-11; June 11, 2007
	The Must-Haves of an Effective Vehicle-Safety Program EMS magazine interviews Dave McGowan, program development manager for HealthEast Transportation, who talks about how ambulance training and monitoring guidelines ensure patient/driver safety. EMSReponder.com; June 2007

	Paramedics Provide Emergency Care As a paramedic, Jeff Groess delivered babies, tended heart attack sufferers and climbed into wrecked cars to care for accident victims. One New Year's Eve, he helped resuscitate two little girls rescued from a fire in North St. Paul. Star Tribune; May 27, 2007
	MN Nurses approve labor contracts According to a press release, the Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) said it struck agreements with the Twin Cities hospitals that include a three year wage increase of 11 percent and solid maintenance of MNA's health insurance plans. Minneapols St. Paul Business Journal; May 18, 2007

	All the Trimmings The Crowne Plaza in St. Paul was brimming with the well-heeled, but the real attractions at the HealthEast Festival of Trees were the more than fifty beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, which were also part of a silent auction. Mpls/St. Paul Magazine; May 2007
	Histology Offers Many Opportunities Shortages for histotechnicians and histotechnologists means lots of open positions for these hands-on, detail-oriented jobs. Good communication skills - both written and oral - are a must. Star Tribune; April 2, 2007

	A Breath Of Fresh Air Scott Sapp was looking for a career in healthcare that was interesting and well paid - and that would give him mobility and the possibility to use his skills in a wide variety of settings. Respiratory care seemed like a good bet. Thirty years later, he has no regrets. Star Tribune; February 11, 2007
	Two babies born in dramatic fashion It was the kind-of scene emergency medical technicians train for. Only this time, one deadly ending was threatening someone else's beginning. One woman stuck in traffic was about to give birth. KARE-11; February 11, 2007

	Moment of change: 1 man's recovery from meth addiction Corey Nellis wasn't sure how to respond last October when a man he had once arrested called and asked to meet him... But when he saw Ron Kompelien's vehicle, he remembered. Nellis had used Ron's arrest as an example when he talked to local organizations about drugs. He had arrested Ron almost two years earlier for having meth and meth pipes. St. Cloud Times; January 28, 2007
	Two Years Or Less There are "hot jobs" that require two years of college or less but continued education is encouraged to advance in most healthcare careers. Star Tribune; January 28, 2007

	St. Joseph's joins health care collaborative St. Joseph's Hospital has been invited to join a health care collaborative focused on improving the accuracy of patient billing while maintaining levels of care. The Business Journal; December 11, 2006
	Mammographers Help Save Lives During the course of their life time, about 13% of women will develop invasive breast cancer. Early detection is life-saving. That's where Anita Eicher comes in. Star Tribune; December 3, 2006

	A Familys Blessing: Thanksgiving In A Hospital For many people, Thanksgiving dinner means visiting the house of a relative and enjoying turkey and all the trimmings, but 54-year-old Gloria Durham couldn't be home this Thanksgiving because she's recovering from an illness at Bethesda Hospital. WCCO-TV; November 23, 2006
	Festival of Trees To Benefit the Capistrant Parkinson's Center at Bethesda Hospital Friday November 10th and Saturday November 11th mark the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser for HealthEast Foundation. This year's recipient, Capistrant Parkinson's Center will benefit hundreds of parkinson's patients who are treated there. KARE 11; November 7, 2006

	St. Joseph's offers trials for new stroke treatment St. Joseph's Hospital said Tuesday that it has begun using a new, non-surgical treatment for stroke victims as part of a clinical trial. Business Journal; September 12, 2006
	Soldier in Iraq will get to see son's birth It's all a bit too familiar. The same doctor, same hospital. Only this time it is a little different. Someone is missing. Each time 30-year-old Nicole Flor has had a baby, her husband John has been there. When the twin girls were born 5 years ago, and for their baby sister two years later. KARE-11; July 25, 2006

	Woman delivers baby in parking lot When they couldn't make it to the hospital in time, a woman gave birth in the parking lot at the HealthEast Macalester/Groveland Clinic. WCCO-TV; July 23, 2006
	Teacher with Brain Disorder Helps Save her Own Life It was the 4th of July in 2005 when Beth Wakefield, a teacher, experienced a headache like none she'd ever had before. An exam found one of Wakefield's carotid arteries (which normally supplies blood to the brain) completely blocked. In fact, it was completely dissected. Even so, Beth says, doctors told her, again, not to worry because she was stable. KARE-11; July 9, 2006

	Generic Zocor May Force a Choice: Price or Health? Donald Zibell says he feels as if a bull's-eye has been painted over his heart. Zibell, 69, a retired lawyer from St. Paul, Minnesota, takes one of the most potent drugs available to lower his cholesterol, Pfizer Inc.'s Lipitor, costing $3.33 a pill... Bloomberg News; June 26, 2006
	Good Managers Are Key To Retention Employees who work for effective managers are more likely to settle in for the long term. Star Tribune; June 17, 2006

	Stroke Survivor Heading for San Diego Marathon The event that nearly killed 38-year-old Jeanne Wiestling did not make her body any stronger but it made her heart and her mind, nearly indestructible. KARE 11; May 25, 2006
	Successful Interviewing Congratulations! Your online application has been received by a local healthcare organization, and you've been asked to come in for an interview. You're excited, pleased and a bit nervous. Star Tribune; May 21, 2006

	Getting Better Treatment for Stroke In any kind of medical emergency, time is of the essence. But, in some cases, the best treatment isn't at the nearest hospital. When it comes to stroke, patients are more likely to get more effective treatment at a stroke center than a typical emergency room. KARE-11; May 20, 2006
	The View From Within Jennifer Islam hated her desk job. When her mother suggested looking into sonography, she did - and discovered a satisfying career. Star Tribune; April 30, 2006

	Twin Cities Public Television: The New Medicine When Amy gave birth at Woodwinds, the aromatherapy and massage she received reduced the difficulty of labor and sped her recovery time. Watch Amy talk about her experience
	Healthcare Offers Varied, Plentiful Opportunities About 16 percent of all new wage and salary jobs created between 2002 and 2012 will be in health services. This industry booms with lots of jobs in professional and service occupations. Star Tribune, Feb. 5, 2006

	Helping Patients Enjoy Themselves Folk singer Bob Payton needed a day job to pay the bills. So he began working in a nursing home, helping with recreational activities. He loved the job so much that he eventually became a certified therapeutic recreational specialist. Star Tribune, Jan. 3, 2006