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Allina Health Buffalo Hospital expands its robotic surgical systems, bringing greater precision to many surgeries

Now patients can benefit from physicians trained on the da Vinci Xi system without having to travel to metro hospitals.
February 23, 2026
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New Ulm Medical Center names Carisa Buegler as new president

Allina Health is pleased to share that Carisa Buegler has been named the new president of New Ulm Medical Center.
February 12, 2026
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New Ulm Medical Center offers several nursing, health care career scholarships

Scholarship applications are due by April 1, 2026
February 10, 2026
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Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation hosts national wheelchair basketball tournament

Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute hosts a National Wheelchair Basketball Association regional qualifier in Minnetonka Feb. 14–15.
February 09, 2026
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Allina Health cardiologist highlights the risks of heart disease in women

[Fox 9 News, March 09, 2026] Dr. Retu Saxena of Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute discusses how heart disease affects women, common symptoms and steps women can take to monitor their heart health.
March 09, 2026
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Healthy sleep habits that can help you feel your best

[WCCO-TV News, March 08, 2026] Allina Health pulmonologist and sleep medicine physician Andrew Stiehm, MD, appeared on WCCO-TV to discuss healthy sleep habits, the benefits and drawbacks of napping, and how to prepare for daylight saving time transitions.
March 08, 2026
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Courage Kenny athletes shine as 2026 winter Paralympics begin

[KARE 11 News, March 05, 2026] As the 2026 Winter Paralympics inspire interest in adaptive sports, KARE 11 visits Allina Health Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute to highlight programs that develop Paralympians.
March 05, 2026
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Supporting caregivers: Allina Health Cancer Institute partners with The Negative Space

[KARE11 News, March 02, 2026] The Allina Health Cancer Institute and The Negative Space are working together to make caregiver resources easier to access. The Negative Space’s founder shares why supporting caregivers is essential.
March 02, 2026
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Pregnancy and heart health: What women need to know

[WCCO-TV News, February 25, 2026] An expert from The Mother Baby Center explains why heart health matters during pregnancy and how the care team supports expectant mothers and their cardiovascular health.
February 25, 2026

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