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04/05/2026

As Easter approaches, it's an opportunity to reflect on the Catholic heritage of St. Cloud Hospital. From 1886 to 2026, that foundation has evolved and allowed us to continue supporting our purpose today — serving and meeting the diverse needs of all our community members. Explore the full story of St. Cloud Hospital.

Happy Easter weekend from our little snuggle bunnies in the CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit...
04/03/2026

Happy Easter weekend from our little snuggle bunnies in the CentraCare - St. Cloud Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. 🐰

Our tiniest patients are celebrating their very first Easter! While this holiday might look a little different from what families expected, our team is 'hopping' to it to make sure it’s still filled with love, joy and a few egg-stra special moments.

With a little help from the Easter Bunny’s crew, each baby and their family enjoyed a festive photo session, because every milestone deserves to be celebrated, no matter where you are.

From our NICU to you, wishing you a 'hoppy' Easter weekend filled with hope, love and sweet new beginnings.

Check out some of our favorite moments below!

This week, in honor of Donate Life Month, CentraCare team members came together for special flag-raising ceremonies, pau...
04/02/2026

This week, in honor of Donate Life Month, CentraCare team members came together for special flag-raising ceremonies, pausing to recognize the powerful, life-saving gift of organ donation.

Each flag raised is a symbol of hope, generosity, and the lives forever changed through donation.

Consider registering as a donor today. It’s a simple step that can make a lasting impact.

Learn more: https://www.lifesourcedonorregistry.org/

It was 45 years ago this week (April 4, 1981) that Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar held a ribbon cutting to unveil a n...
04/02/2026

It was 45 years ago this week (April 4, 1981) that Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar held a ribbon cutting to unveil a new $11 million addition to the hospital.

The event was followed by three days of public open house tours conducted by Rice Memorial Hospital Auxiliary members. The completed addition contained 55,587 square feet joined to the east end of the hospital and held new space for kitchen, cafeteria, X-ray, lab, emergency room, ambulance and reception.

Almost no department of the hospital was unaffected and pharmacy, medical records, laundry, respiratory therapy and hemodialysis were notably expanded. That year, Rice was designated as a Regional Hospital Emergency Medical Service Center and Regional Trauma Center for Southwest Minnesota.

Nearly 90 years since being built, CentraCare-Rice Memorial Hospital continues to adapt to the needs of West Central Minnesota!

As children enter adolescence, their medical privacy rights grow with them—often catching parents by surprise. CentraCar...
04/01/2026

As children enter adolescence, their medical privacy rights grow with them—often catching parents by surprise.

CentraCare Digital Product Communications Manager Jen Evans explains what MyChart proxy access looks like for teens ages 12–17, how to stay connected to your children’s care, and how to help them set up their own account.

Read more: https://www.centracare.com/articles-stories/mychart-proxy-access-for-teens/

Meet Kayla, new to CentraCare General Surgery!Kayla focuses on providing compassionate, patient-centered care that empow...
04/01/2026

Meet Kayla, new to CentraCare General Surgery!

Kayla focuses on providing compassionate, patient-centered care that empowers patients through education. She believes that "the best outcomes occur when patients feel informed and supported in their healthcare decisions."

Learn more: https://www.centracare.com/doctors/profile/kayla-nachbar/

We’re lighting up the night sky in green and blue, marking the start of Donate Life Month! 🟢🔵Watch for the lights to off...
04/01/2026

We’re lighting up the night sky in green and blue, marking the start of Donate Life Month! 🟢🔵

Watch for the lights to officially turn on tonight as we kick things off, a powerful reminder that you can make a difference in someone’s life through organ donation.

Signing up to become a donor is quick and easy. Learn how you can make an impact and help save lives: https://www.lifesourcedonorregistry.org/

Are your running shoes causing you pain? The wrong pair can do more harm than good, especially if you’re dealing with fo...
03/31/2026

Are your running shoes causing you pain?

The wrong pair can do more harm than good, especially if you’re dealing with foot, knee, or hip discomfort. Our orthopedic experts share a few key things to keep in mind when choosing the right shoe.

Train smart. Train safe. Join us for the Earth Day Run on April 17th and 18th. Learn more and register today: https://activecentralmn.org/events/earth-day-run/

03/30/2026

Today, on National Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the people behind the care. They are the listening ears, steady hands and compassionate hearts who show up for our patients every single day.

From routine checkups to life-changing moments, our doctors make a difference in ways big and small, and we are so grateful.

Join us in saying thank you by watching this special message of appreciation.

03/27/2026

Stress fractures are a common injury for runners.

CentraCare M Physicians Orthopedics surgeon Steve Jacobsen, MD, shares symptoms to watch for and how stress fractures are treated.

Train smart. Train safe. Join us for the Earth Day Run April 17–18.

It was 60 years ago (1966) that St. Michael's Hospital in Sauk Centre (now CentraCare - Sauk Centre Hospital) bought a b...
03/26/2026

It was 60 years ago (1966) that St. Michael's Hospital in Sauk Centre (now CentraCare - Sauk Centre Hospital) bought a brand-new piece of equipment: an image intensifier for the radiology department.

Warren Ruchie, MD, radiologist, and Lidwina Brake (far right), X-ray technician, demonstrate the new technology for outgoing hospital administrator Sister Mary Ellen Dinndorf, OSF (second from right), and new hospital administrator Sister Mary Bernadine, OSF.

The intensifier brightened an X-ray image to enable the radiologist to make a more accurate diagnosis and also decreased the amount of radiation to which the patient was exposed.

Many do not realize that the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, Minnesota founded St. Michael's Hospital in 1950 and owned and operated the hospital until they sold it to the City of Sauk Centre in the 1970s.

The hospital auxiliary contributed approximately one-fourth of the cost of the new equipment.

Grace Laudenbach, PA-C, cares for neurosurgery patients in St. Cloud. She says, "Each day brings new opportunities to ex...
03/25/2026

Grace Laudenbach, PA-C, cares for neurosurgery patients in St. Cloud.

She says, "Each day brings new opportunities to expand my knowledge, educate patients and provide them with the tools they need to improve their health and overall quality of life."

Learn more about her care philosophy: https://www.centracare.com/doctors/profile/grace-laudenbach/

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Because Health Means Everything.

Our roots go back to 1886 when St. Cloud Hospital was built to serve the health care needs of people living in Central Minnesota. In 1996, CentraCare was formed, which today includes 8 hospitals in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville, Willmar, Redwood Falls and Sauk Centre. We also have more than 30 clinics, 11 senior housing facilities and 8 long-term care facilities throughout the area.

CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we’re able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It’s our people. We live in the communities we serve. We’re neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.