News releases
News releases
Allina Health Faribault Medical Center re-designated as Acute Stroke Ready Hospital
Allina Health Faribault Medical Center has once again received the designation of Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), as part of their Minnesota Stroke System.
November 24, 2025
Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute and Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation earn international recognition for cardiovascular research excellence
November 20, 2025
Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine and Pain Institute names new president
Allina Health is pleased to announce that Ram Sankaraneni, MD, FAES, FAAN, FANA, has been named president of the Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine and Pain Institute. Dr. Sankaraneni has served as interim president for nearly a year.
November 12, 2025
Allina Health Orthopedics now offers total knee, hip replacements at United Hospital – Hastings Regina Campus
Hastings-area residents can receive expert care close to home for all types of joint replacements, fracture repairs
November 11, 2025
Allina Health Cancer Institute offers noninvasive ultrasound to treat some liver tumors
An Allina Health Cancer Institute care team at Abbott Northwestern Hospital has successfully performed the first histotripsy procedure in the Twin Cities, marking a major milestone in noninvasive cancer treatment.
November 10, 2025
In the media
In the news
Abbott Northwestern Hospital campus revitalization creates career paths
[Allina Newsroom, December 01, 2025] The Community Workforce Program, a partnership among Allina Health, Mortenson and its partners, is giving nearly 40 residents with little or no construction experience a chance to gain hands-on skills — and a résumé boost — at the future Richard M. Schulze Surgical and Critical Care Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.
November 28, 2025
What you need to know about pancreatic cancer
[WCCO-TV News, November 24, 2025] Jill May, an oncology nurse navigator with Allina Health Cancer Institute, shares key facts about pancreatic cancer, and explains the role of nurse navigators in the cancer care.
November 24, 2025
Deep sleep in the dark: A simple way to protect your heart
[WCCO-TV, November 24, 2025] Sleeping in darkness helps protect your heart. Marc Newell, MD, a cardiologist with Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute, explains why bright light at night may raise your risk of heart disease and how to improve your sleep.
November 24, 2025
Hormone therapy: What women need to know today
[Star Tribune, November 21, 2025] Dr. Indy Lane, MD, FACOG, vice president of Women’s Health at Allina Health, shares expert insights on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in a Minnesota Star Tribune column, addressing misconceptions and highlighting its benefits when started at the right time.
November 20, 2025
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