2023 News Releases
2023 News Releases
Allina Health’s cost-cutting innovation receives national Supply Chain award recognition
Allina Health is proud to be one of five finalists for Gartner Power of Profession’s “Process or Technology Innovation of the Year.” This award honors organizations that achieve outstanding business performance thanks to a breakthrough supply chain innovation in process engineering or technology application.
December 20, 2023
Allina Health names new President of Owatonna Hospital and Faribault Medical Center
Allina Health names new President of Owatonna Hospital and Faribault Medical Center
December 19, 2023
Allina Health commits to the safe use of artificial intelligence via White House pledge
Allina Health is proud to be among a small group of health care provider and payer organizations that have voluntarily committed to the Biden-Harris Administration to harness the potential and manage the risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI).
December 18, 2023
The Mother Baby Center locations at United and Mercy hospitals earn top ratings from U.S. News and World Report
The Mother Baby Center locations at United and Mercy hospitals earn top ratings from U.S. News and World Report
December 05, 2023
Full scholarships for future emergency medical technicians
Full scholarships for future emergency medical technicians
December 05, 2023
Allina Health appoints Dr. D’Andre Carpenter to health care system’s first senior vice president, chief nursing executive role
Allina Health is pleased to welcome Dr. D’Andre Carpenter as the health system’s new senior vice president, system chief nursing executive.
November 21, 2023
Faribault Medical Center Hospital Auxiliary makes donation to help young athletes stay safe
Faribault Medical Center Hospital Auxiliary makes donation to help young athletes stay safe
November 08, 2023
Allina Health Southern Market President accepts position as Mercy Hospital President
Allina Health Southern Market President accepts position as Mercy Hospital President
November 07, 2023
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new outpatient mental health provider
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new outpatient mental health provider
November 06, 2023
Allina Health Faribault Medical Center commemorates Johnston Hall
Allina Health Faribault Medical Center commemorates Johnston Hall
November 02, 2023
Allina Health Surgery Center – Vadnais Heights opens to patients
Allina Health Surgery Center – Vadnais Heights opens to patients
October 31, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute begins first-of-its-kind clinical trial to revolutionize cancer treatment and diagnosis
Allina Health Cancer Institute begins first-of-its-kind clinical trial to revolutionize cancer treatment and diagnosis
October 30, 2023
Allina Health announces retirement of Helen Strike, president of River Falls Area Hospital and United Hospital – Hastings Regina Campus
Helen Strike, president of Allina Health United Hospital — Hastings Regina Campus in Hastings, Minn. and Allina Health River Falls Area Hospital in River Falls, Wis., will retire on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023.
October 19, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute — Piper Breast Center — Minneapolis Earns Prestigious Accreditation
Allina Health Cancer Institute — Piper Breast Center — Minneapolis Earns Prestigious Accreditation
October 17, 2023
Allina Health Lakeville North Clinic now open for patients
Allina Health Lakeville North Clinic now open for patients
October 16, 2023
Allina Health statement regarding Doctors Council SEIU vote
Allina Health statement regarding Doctors Council SEIU vote
October 13, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Coon Rapids designated an ACR Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Coon Rapids designated an ACR Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center
September 26, 2023
Allina Health celebrates future of Abbott Northwestern Hospital
Allina Health celebrates future of Abbott Northwestern Hospital
September 14, 2023
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new surgeon
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new surgeon
September 11, 2023
Allina Health joins Vizient's Community Contracting Program to expand business opportunities for diverse suppliers
Allina Health joins Vizient's Community Contracting Program to expand business opportunities for diverse suppliers
September 06, 2023
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital is first in Twin Cities to perform groundbreaking lung cancer procedure
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital is first in Twin Cities to perform groundbreaking lung cancer procedure
August 25, 2023
Allina Health expanding care offerings at Allina Health – Eden Prairie
Allina Health expanding care offerings at Allina Health – Eden Prairie
August 24, 2023
3 Allina Health hospitals awarded 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Allina Health Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Buffalo Hospital and Cambridge Medical Center have been awarded the highest quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
August 21, 2023
Allina Health Buffalo Hospital marks 500th surgery with Stryker Mako Robotic Assisted-Arm
Allina Health Buffalo Hospital marks 500th surgery with Stryker Mako Robotic Assisted-Arm
August 15, 2023
Allina Health hospitals ranked among highest in state, says U.S. News & World Report
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern, Mercy and United hospitals were ranked first, second (tie) and fifth (tie), respectively, in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area in the new U.S. News & World Report 2023-24 Best Hospitals rankings released today.
July 31, 2023
8 Allina Health hospitals earned awards from the American Heart Association
8 Allina Health hospitals earned awards from the American Heart Association
July 26, 2023
Allina Health announces changes to services in Owatonna
Allina Health announces changes to services in Owatonna
July 18, 2023
Allina Health statement on labor reductions
Allina Health statement on labor reductions
July 17, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Plymouth welcomes cancer patients at new expanded infusion center
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Plymouth welcomes cancer patients at new expanded infusion center
July 12, 2023
Allina Health New Ulm Pharmacy receiving transfer of Winthrop Pharmacy prescription files
Allina Health New Ulm Pharmacy receiving transfer of Winthrop Pharmacy prescription files
July 11, 2023
New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new podiatrist
New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new podiatrist
July 05, 2023
The Miller-Dwan Foundation Acquires Northland Adaptive Recreation, formerly Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – Northland
The Miller-Dwan Foundation has acquired Northland Adaptive Recreation, formerly Allina Health’s Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – Northland.
June 30, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute receives accreditation for excellence in delivering high-quality patient care in radiation oncology
Allina Health Cancer Institute (AHCI) is pleased to announce it has been accredited by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) through APEx - Accreditation Program for Excellence®.
June 15, 2023
Allina Health pauses interruptions to non-emergent, outpatient clinic scheduling
Allina Health pauses interruptions to non-emergent, outpatient clinic scheduling
June 09, 2023
Allina Health June 2023 media response
At Allina Health, we go to tremendous lengths to assist patients with their financial obligations for medical care. In a typical year, Allina Health provides $18 million in financial assistance to thousands of patients.
June 01, 2023
Allina Health researchers present two studies aimed at improving care during pregnancy and childbirth
Allina Health researchers presented findings from two obstetric studies at the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland.
June 01, 2023
Allina Health receives national award for environmental sustainability
Allina Health receives national award for environmental sustainability
May 30, 2023
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center receives award for its investment in rural health care workforce
Allina Health New Ulm Medical Center receives award for its investment in rural health care workforce
May 25, 2023
Allina Health announces new Mental Health and Addiction Services programs at United Hospital – Hastings Regina Campus
Allina Health announces new Mental Health and Addiction Services programs at United Hospital – Hastings Regina Campus
May 19, 2023
Allina Health names MedSpeed as partner to provide system-wide health care logistics
Allina Health names MedSpeed as partner to provide system-wide health care logistics
May 18, 2023
Owatonna Hospital, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Owatonna Hospital, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
May 15, 2023
Cambridge Medical Center, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Cambridge Medical Center, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
May 15, 2023
Buffalo Hospital, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
Buffalo Hospital, part of Allina Health, awarded spring 2023 ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from Leapfrog Group
May 15, 2023
Allina Health 5.10.23 statement on tentative agreement with SEIU
Allina Health 5.10.23 statement on tentative agreement with SEIU
May 10, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Faribault welcomes patients at new expanded cancer center
Allina Health Cancer Institute – Faribault welcomes patients at new expanded cancer center
May 09, 2023
Allina Health and Free Bikes 4 Kidz MN celebrate partnership at large bike giveaway
Allina Health and Free Bikes 4 Kidz MN celebrate partnership at large bike giveaway
May 05, 2023
Allina Health 5.4.23 statement on SEIU 10-day notice
Allina Health is frustrated by SEIU’s choice to file a 10-day strike notice, especially after progress at a bargaining table yesterday.
May 04, 2023
Allina Health earns Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health
Allina Health earns Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health
May 04, 2023
Notice of data privacy incident from Allina Health
Notice of data privacy incident from Allina Health
April 28, 2023
Allina Health 4.26.23 statement on SEIU strike authorization
Allina Health 4.26.23 statement on SEIU strike authorization
April 26, 2023
Allina Health earns accreditation from AAHRPP
Allina Health earns accreditation from AAHRPP
April 26, 2023
Allina Health appoints Dominica Tallarico, B.S., M.S., FACHE, new Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer
Allina Health appoints Dominica Tallarico, B.S., M.S., FACHE, new Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer
April 25, 2023
Allina Health EMS welcomes therapy dog to the Communication Center team
Allina Health EMS welcomes therapy dog to the Communication Center team
April 25, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute partners with Foundation Medicine to advance precision oncology across its cancer care network
The Allina Health Cancer Institute today announced a non-exclusive collaboration with Foundation Medicine to use its portfolio of comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) tests across its cancer care network to help identify the most appropriate treatment plans for patients living with advanced cancer.
April 20, 2023
Allina Health announces first Climate Action Plan ahead of Earth Day
Allina Health announces first Climate Action Plan ahead of Earth Day
April 19, 2023
New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new acupuncturist
New Ulm Medical Center welcomes new acupuncturist
April 18, 2023
Allina Health now scheduling FREE skin cancer screenings for Melanoma Monday
Allina Health now scheduling FREE skin cancer screenings for Melanoma Monday
April 18, 2023
Allina Health partners with Epic-based KeyCare Platform for 24 X 7 Virtual Care
Allina Health partners with Epic-based KeyCare Platform for 24 X 7 Virtual Care
April 17, 2023
Allina Health adds mobile app to help deaf and hard of hearing patients better communicate
Allina Health adds mobile app to help deaf and hard of hearing patients better communicate
April 07, 2023
Allina Health Cancer Institute adds ClinicalPath to enhance evidence-based cancer care
Allina Health Cancer Institute adds ClinicalPath to enhance evidence-based cancer care
March 21, 2023
Allina Health’s Mercy Hospital named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023 List
Allina Health’s Mercy Hospital named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023 List
March 16, 2023
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2023
March 16, 2023
Allina Health introduces wayfinding app at three more hospital campuses
Allina Health introduces wayfinding app at three more hospital campuses
March 14, 2023
Minnesota United announces expanded partnership with Allina Health
Minnesota United announces expanded partnership with Allina Health
March 07, 2023
Allina Health takes steps to prepare for winter storm
Allina Health takes steps to prepare for winter storm
February 22, 2023
Nursing and health care career scholarships available from New Ulm Medical Center
Nursing and health care career scholarships available from New Ulm Medical Center
February 09, 2023
Allina Health joins Guardian Research Network to drive Translational Research
Allina Health announced today that it has joined the Guardian Research Network® (GRN), a nationwide, non-profit, research healthcare network focused on advancing technology to accelerate cures for life-threatening diseases such as cancer.
February 02, 2023
Faribault Medical Center begins construction on expanded cancer clinic
Faribault Medical Center begins construction on expanded cancer clinic
January 26, 2023
Allina Health Springfield Clinic now offering 3D mammography
Allina Health Springfield Clinic now offering 3D mammography
January 25, 2023
Allina Health’s new Complex Hernia Program offers care options for all case types
Allina Health’s new Complex Hernia Program offers care options for all case types
January 19, 2023
Allina Health’s United Hospital updates mental health unit to create more welcoming spaces
Allina Health’s United Hospital updates mental health unit to create more welcoming spaces
January 17, 2023
Allina Health requests hospice care volunteers as nationwide shortage continues
Allina Health requests hospice care volunteers as nationwide shortage continues
January 11, 2023
St. Francis Regional Medical Center announces construction of surgery and endoscopy center on Shakopee campus
St. Francis Regional Medical Center announces construction of surgery and endoscopy center on Shakopee campus
January 11, 2023
Allina Health Partners with Qventus to Improve OR Efficiency and Grow Surgical Program
Allina Health Partners with Qventus to Improve OR Efficiency and Grow Surgical Program
January 10, 2023